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U.S. Supreme Court's property forfeiture decision spurs class-action lawsuit in Minnesota
Three law firms have filed a class-action lawsuit on behalf of other Minnesotans who, like Geraldine Tyler, lost out on recouping their home’s equity after it was seized for unpaid property taxes.
Hennepin Healthcare makes its case for more equity, inclusion training
The Minneapolis hospital now requires doctors and other health professionals to undergo equity and inclusion training. The program is atypical in the health field, but one that hospital leaders say is crucial in their mission to serve the entire city. Here’s how it works.
Winona County seeks harsher sentencing for Adam Fravel murder case
Winona County prosecutors seeking aggravated sentencing for Adam Fravel, charged with second-degree murder, due to the particular cruelty inflicted on Madeline Kingsbury's body and the emotional impact on her young children.
Dip a toe into Minnesota's growing boat cultures
Minnesota is the land of 10,000 lakes and more than 830,000 boats. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about everything from canoes to pontoons — and how to get on the water.
North Dakota university leaders fear 'catastrophic implications' of new Minnesota free tuition plan
North Dakota higher education officials are deeply worried about losing students and revenue in 2024 when neighboring Minnesota makes tuition free for thousands of its residents at public colleges and universities.