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From local stories from your Minnesota neighbors to breaking news updates across the state, we have you covered.

Medical examiner: Willmar man died from fall after deputy deployed Taser

A medical examiner’s report says a Willmar man who died in January after a sheriff’s deputy used a Taser on him died from blunt force injuries to his head, from falling after he was struck by the Taser barbs.
by MPR News Staff

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‘Unsung heroes:’ 21 Minnesotans share their climate solutions on a national stage

‘Unsung heroes:’ 21 Minnesotans share their climate solutions on a national stage

It wasn’t just scientists in Minnesota sharing their climate solutions, but artists and faith leaders that got the chance to go to the “Aspen Ideas: Climate” gathering.
by Emily Bright and Alanna Elder

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After 20 years of shrinking enrollment, Minneapolis and St. Paul schools face a reckoning

After 20 years of shrinking enrollment, Minneapolis and St. Paul schools face a reckoning

Minneapolis school board members on Tuesday will discuss how to close a $110 million deficit, but that annual effort to close budget gaps masks a much deeper problem in St. Paul and Minneapolis: Enrollment decline is a budget killer, and the kids likely aren’t coming back.
by Elizabeth Shockman and Kyra Miles

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Discarded batteries a growing fire risk for garbage handlers

Discarded batteries a growing fire risk for garbage handlers

Discarded rechargeable batteries pose a growing fire risk at garbage and recycling facilities. Minnesota officials hope to change an outdated state law to address the threat.
by Dan Gunderson

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Food for everyone: Fargo international market serves diversifying population

Food for everyone: Fargo international market serves diversifying population

The biggest international grocery store in both North and South Dakota, the Asian and American Supermarket, is celebrating just over one year at its new location, becoming more of an important cultural hub for the Fargo-Moorhead area.
by Amy Felegy

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