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Minnesota manufacturer finds gold in green hydrogen, electrolyzers

Minnesota manufacturer finds gold in green hydrogen, electrolyzers

A manufacturing facility in Fridley, Minn., has been getting national attention from green energy advocates, including President Joe Biden, because of its production of electrolyzers, which are key to producing hydrogen using renewable energy.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Driver killed in collision with school bus in southern Minnesota

One man from Brandon, S.D., was killed after his 2006 Ford Mustang collided with the school bus, which was carrying a group of Waseca volleyball players home from an away game.
by Nicole Ki

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St. Paul City Council apologizes for reparations commission hiring process

St. Paul City Council apologizes for reparations commission hiring process

In a statement released Thursday, city officials also apologized for the negative scrutiny brought upon the hire, who "has also been deeply affected by this situation," according to the release. It confirms the person declined the role.
by Feven Gerezgiher

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Photos: The fun's begun in first weekend of Minnesota State Fair

Photos: The fun's begun in first weekend of Minnesota State Fair

We’re closing out the first weekend of the the Minnesota State Fair for 2023. Freelance photographer Caroline Yang documented the first weekend of the Great Minnesota Get-Together for MPR News.
by MPR News Staff

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Minneapolis police search for man accused of trying to run over officer

Minneapolis police are still searching for a 27-year-old man connected to a traffic stop on Saturday that injured one police officer. They attempted to arrest the driver for the stolen license plates on the vehicle, but the driver engaged in a struggle with officers to flee.
by Nicole Ki

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New law aids campaign to curb winter litter on lakes

New law aids campaign to curb winter litter on lakes

A campaign to stop trash and waste dumping on frozen Minnesota lakes gets a boost from a new state law: The Keep It Clean campaign is at the state fair to educate winter anglers.
by Dan Gunderson

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Sober State Fair: Non-alcoholic options at the Minnesota State Fair

Sober State Fair: Non-alcoholic options at the Minnesota State Fair

Looking for a non-alcoholic drink to quench your thirst at the Minnesota State Fair? There are more NA options than just the all-you-can-drink milk booth.
by Lisa Ryan

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State Patrol: SUV with Gustavus hockey players failed to stop at intersection

Jori Lynn Jones, 19, was riding in an SUV Sunday in western Minnesota when it collided with a minivan at a four-way stop, killing her. The Minnesota State Patrol said in a search warrant application released Friday that the SUV failed to stop at a four-way stop intersection.
by Matt Sepic

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