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Minnesota Forge ready to serve up a new era of pro volleyball

Minnesota Forge ready to serve up a new era of pro volleyball

Minnesota Forge, the state’s new Major League Volleyball team, will begin play in January 2027 at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, with a mission to bring top-level women’s volleyball talent home to Minnesota.
by Nina Moini and Ellen Finn

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New $1.8B Blatnik Bridge design unveiled; Duluth to Superior span opening set for October 2031 

New $1.8B Blatnik Bridge design unveiled; Duluth to Superior span opening set for October 2031 

The new bridge between Duluth and Superior, Wis. features a tied-arch design and a new walkway for pedestrians and bikers. It will take four to five years to build and officials plan to open the new bridge in October 2031.
by Dan Kraker

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St. Paul mayor asks departments to reduce budget by 4 percent

St. Paul mayor asks departments to reduce budget by 4 percent

The proposal includes a $20,000 cut to Mayor Kaohly Her’s own compensation. The mayor’s budget also proposes a 6.8 percent increase in the property tax levy.
by Regina Medina and Lisa Ryan

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Reeling from middle schooler suicides, Brainerd school district aims to prevent more deaths

Reeling from middle schooler suicides, Brainerd school district aims to prevent more deaths

The community has been calling for action to address student mental health and bullying after two middle schoolers died by suicide. But the rise in youth suicide extends beyond Brainerd, and some say it needs a broader response.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Minneapolis mayor's budget proposal cuts staffing, raises property taxes

Minneapolis mayor's budget proposal cuts staffing, raises property taxes

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is proposing an 11.3 percent property tax hike to help cover a budget gap. While some city programs and positions would be cut, the proposal also includes new spending for police, fire and neighborhood safety.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Crew member battling to contain northern Minnesota wildfires dies

Crew member battling to contain northern Minnesota wildfires dies

A crew member working to contain the wildfires burning in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area has died of a medical emergency. It’s the first fatality in the monthlong firefighting effort.
by Dan Kraker

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