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Minnesota News

MPR News is your go-to source for Minnesota news and stories.

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

Wind and solar energy producers frustrated by connection delays, congestion in power grid

Wind and solar energy producers frustrated by connection delays, congestion in power grid

Across Minnesota, solar and wind companies are building new facilities to generate green energy. However, many are frustrated by long delays in getting connected to the power grid, and then when they do, many find they cannot operate at full capacity because the grid cannot handle it. 
by Hannah Yang

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A Floridian transplant expected the worst of Minnesota's winter. She documented her disappointment on TikTok

A Floridian transplant expected the worst of Minnesota's winter. She documented her disappointment on TikTok

For some life-long Minnesotans, this wimpy winter might be considered a nice break. But we were curious what is it like for a Minnesota transplant who was expecting the worst of winter. Aubrey Regner moved from Minnesota to Florida this past summer and chronicled that move on TikTok.
by Nina Moini and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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‘It’s like losing a family member’: Former Lutsen Lodge owners of 30 years reflect on loss, legacy

‘It’s like losing a family member’: Former Lutsen Lodge owners of 30 years reflect on loss, legacy

The lodge has been a Minnesota landmark on the North Shore since 1885, making it the oldest resort in the state. Scott Harrison and Nancy Burns purchased the lodge in 1988 from the family who originally built it.
by Nina Moini, CJ Younger and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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St. Paul teachers union set to vote on whether to strike

St. Paul teachers union set to vote on whether to strike

The St. Paul Federation of Educators said Tuesday that its leaders voted unanimously late Monday to authorize a Feb. 15 strike vote for all three bargaining groups, teachers, educational assistants and school and community service professionals.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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Historic North Shore lodge destroyed in overnight fire, owner plans to rebuild

Historic North Shore lodge destroyed in overnight fire, owner plans to rebuild

The fire at the lodge along the Lake Superior shore was reported just after midnight, with staff members reporting smoke coming from the floor in the lobby area. Crews from eight fire departments battled the fire. The State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating.
by Dan Kraker and Andrew Krueger

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On the cusp of a contentious election year, Ely finds new ways to talk about divisive issues

On the cusp of a contentious election year, Ely finds new ways to talk about divisive issues

The northern Minnesota town has long been the epicenter of the state’s conflict around mining and the environment. Now, though, there’s a renewed effort in Ely to restart a civil discussion around long-standing divisions.
by Catharine Richert

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Today in Fargo-Moorhead: A wet, wintry week/end ahead

Moisture makes its way to the Fargo-Moorhead area this week, with more patchy fog and a chance of rain Wednesday. Rain is likely Wednesday night and Thursday with snow likely Thursday night and Friday.

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