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FAQ: What are DFL lawmakers proposing next on abortion?
DFLers at the Capitol are taking another pass at Minnesota’s abortion restrictions and working to set up legal protections against other state’s bans. Here’s what you need to know.
Lake residents want a tougher law to keep trash (and worse) off the ice
A growing coalition of organizations wants to crack down on trash and waste dumped on Minnesota lakes over the winter. They’re seeking tougher laws and more enforcement, and hoping for legislative support at a hearing this week.
Students urge University of Minnesota to better fund scholarship, Native American studies 
Students and activists protested in the freezing cold to urge the University of Minnesota to follow through on promises to tribal communities. At the top of their list was an expansion of a tuition program they say too few can access. 
Walz signs universal school meals bill into Minnesota law
Gov. Tim Walz signed a bill into law Friday that will provide breakfasts and lunches at no charge to students at participating schools. It makes Minnesota the fourth state in the country to do so.
City officials: Monticello's water system not affected by radioactive water leak
City officials in Monticello, Minn., say the city’s water wells are not affected by the leak of radioactive water reported at the nearby Xcel Energy nuclear power plant — and they’re working to gather information and address residents’ concerns.