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Designer’s state seal entry could be last hope for loon-loving Minnesotans
Graphic designer Ross Bruggink spoke about his submissions for a new Minnesota state flag and seal, the latter of which includes a loon-forward entry universally praised by a state selection panel.
A Minneapolis man has been charged with murder in a fatal stabbing at a bus stop in Edina on Nov. 22, in what the victim’s family called a “random act of violence.”
Native American Heritage Month is ending. Here's how our Native News team celebrated
Native American Heritage Month is observed in Minnesota to recognize the land it is on, the many contributions by Native people, and the relationship between tribes and the state. MPR’s Native News team celebrated the month by spending time in community, while sharing events with the public through social media channels.
Get out and enjoy the weather today if you can! Here’s the latest on the former PolyMet copper mine, Taste of Scandinavia, tree lighting and this week’s block party.
Man serving life for 2004 murder makes his case for innocence
A man serving life in prison for a 2004 murder got the rare chance on Tuesday to argue in court for his exoneration. Attorneys from the Great North Innocence Project are asking a judge to overturn the conviction of Marvin Haynes in the shooting death of Harry “Randy” Sherer.