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Demand grows for gender-affirming clothes as more LGBTQ+ people find Minnesota a good fit

Demand grows for gender-affirming clothes as more LGBTQ+ people find Minnesota a good fit

Minnesota’s status as a transgender refuge is drawing new people to the state with new needs. At Rainbow Wardrobe in Minneapolis, LGBTQ+ advocates are using donated clothes to help meet demand for business attire, androgynous jeans, larger sized women’s shoes and other items.
by Sam Stroozas

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'It's a fickle thing, music': Artist Laamar on recent wins and why he writes songs

'It's a fickle thing, music': Artist Laamar on recent wins and why he writes songs

Laamar was named one of 2023’s Best New Bands by First Avenue and recently played with other Minnesota greats such as the Cactus Blossoms and Dan Wilson of Semisonic.
by Cathy Wurzer and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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How are Minnesota's trees faring during this warm winter? An expert explains

How are Minnesota's trees faring during this warm winter? An expert explains

The weirdly warm and dry weather has potential consequences for the natural world, including Minnesota’s trees. Lee Frelich, director of the University of Minnesota Center for Forest Ecology, shared his insight with MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Frey vetoes Minneapolis cease-fire resolution

Frey vetoes Minneapolis cease-fire resolution

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey announced Wednesday that he has vetoed a resolution passed last week by the City Council which calls for a cease-fire in the Israel Hamas war. Nine council members’ approval votes are enough to override his veto.
by MPR News Staff

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