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Minnesota lawmakers could OK $109 million for property owners over sales of forfeited parcels

Minnesota lawmakers could OK $109 million for property owners over sales of forfeited parcels

Minnesota lawmakers are planning to set aside money to pay for a legal settlement over property forfeitures. A $109 million line item was part of a broader budget framework approved by legislative leaders last week.
by Dana Ferguson

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Meet the people moving to Minnesota

Meet the people moving to Minnesota

Explore Minnesota’s new advertising campaign is trying to lure new residents from other states. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about what’s drawing people to Minnesota — from job seekers to climate refugees to people attracted to the state's more liberal laws and policies.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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Monday storm updates: Rain and slush in southern Minnesota; snow continues north

Monday storm updates: Rain and slush in southern Minnesota; snow continues north

Snow changed over to rain in the Twin Cities early Monday morning leaving a slushy, slippery mess on streets and sidewalks. To the north, snow continued to fall — with more than a foot in some locations by midday.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox, Cari Spencer and MPR News Staff

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Snow day: School and college cancellations, delays across Minnesota on Monday

Snow day: School and college cancellations, delays across Minnesota on Monday

A winter storm continues to affect the region. Dozens of school districts and colleges across Minnesota and in neighboring states have canceled classes, moved to online learning or opted to start classes two hours late on Monday.
by MPR News Staff

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14-year-old Minnesota chess master wins national women’s title

14-year-old Minnesota chess master wins national women’s title

International chess master Alice Lee, who grew up in North Oaks, won the Women’s American Cup and defeated an acclaimed grandmaster for the national title.
by Nicole Ki

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Waiting for the next wave of snow

Waiting for the next wave of snow

Winter storm warnings and blizzard warnings coming Sunday. Some areas of the state could see up to 12 inches of snow.
by MPR News Staff

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