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Breaking ground for better care: Minneapolis VA strives to create safer space for women veterans
The Minneapolis VA recently broke ground on a new women’s clinic. When it’s completed in two years, the new facility will not only be larger and offer more services than the current clinic, it will be specially designed to serve the specific physical and mental needs of women veterans.
What are Minnesota's undecided voters thinking about?
MPR News host Cathy Wurzer spoke with John Blanchar, director of the Social and Political Psychology Lab at the University of Minnesota Duluth to learn what’s going on inside the minds of the undecided voters.
Dreamer entrepreneur behind new Mexican flavored markets in Minneapolis
Daniel Hernandez, the owner of Colonial Market stores in Minneapolis has long dreamed of success and is bringing fresh food and jobs to parts of the city where both are in short supply.
Minnesota first responders, volunteers head south to aid in Hurricane Helene cleanup
Gov. Tim Walz authorized the Minnesota National Guard to provide aid in response to an emergency request from North Carolina officials. Minnesota utility companies, law enforcement agencies and fire departments are sending additional help.
On Wrongful Conviction Day, people rally for incarcerated loved ones in Minnesota
Wednesday marked the 11th annual International Wrongful Conviction Day, an awareness effort spearheaded by the Innocence Network. Advocates and people with loved ones who are incarcerated rallied to raise awareness about wrongful convictions, urging state leaders to take more action.
Minneapolis grants consent for Blue Line extension through city’s north side
The Minneapolis City Council signed off Wednesday on the proposed route of a light rail line that will run through a section of the city’s north side. However, some council members said they could only get to a yes vote after some of their concerns with the route were addressed.