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Council recommends $12 million to fight invasive carp
A proposal to install a barrier to prevent invasive carp from moving up the Mississippi River got a surprise boost this week. The Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council makes recommendations on how to spend money from a dedicated sales tax.
How zebra mussels spurred the Red Lake Nation push to return tribal lands
For over a century, the Band has maintained the United States government disregarded a treaty agreement when it took a portion of Upper Red Lake and land around it. Recent events involving the tribe’s relationship with the state DNR sped up the tribe’s decision to reclaim the lands around Upper Red Lake.
The area has a 40 percent chance of snow Friday with a high of 37. The weekend is looking partly sunny with highs around 40.
International Institute of Minnesota has helped thousands of refugees rebuild lives in America
Shalom Mugisha is one of the thousands of refugees who have settled in the state with help from the International Institute of Minnesota. The organization expects close to 700 refugees to arrive in the state this year. 
Holiday break: In parts of Minnesota, familiar gas station name is going away
An iconic Minnesota brand is vanishing from parts of the state, nearly seven years after it was acquired by another company. Holiday gas stations and convenience stores are being converted to the Circle K brand.
Minneapolis plans community safety center, police precinct under same roof
The city of Minneapolis is moving forward with plans for two new community safety centers along the Lake Street corridor. One is expected to house the new 3rd Precinct police station and would also include social service agencies.