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Roads closed due to flooding after storms in central Minnesota

Roads closed due to flooding after storms in central Minnesota

Repeated rounds of thunderstorms late Thursday and early Friday brought flooding rain to parts of central Minnesota, along with hail and high winds.
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The housing market squeeze pushes renters into bidding wars

The housing market squeeze pushes renters into bidding wars

Rising mortgage rates and a wave of millennials put more pressure on the rental market. Rents have soared by double digits, but landlords say they're also struggling with higher costs.
by Jennifer Ludden

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More Minnesota jails weigh dropping controversial medical provider

More Minnesota jails weigh dropping controversial medical provider

Sherburne County is the latest to consider switching from MEnD Correctional Care after its leader’s medical license was suspended earlier this year. Some advocates say it’s time to rethink the for-profit model of health care for people incarcerated in jails.
by Kirsti Marohn

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The Future of WELY in Ely, Minn.

WELY was slated to shut down on June 1, but there are efforts in Ely to save its beloved community radio station. Roger Skraba is the mayor of Ely and one of the people working to keep WELY alive. He joined host Cathy Wurzer to share some of the latest updates on his efforts.
by Cathy Wurzer and Simone Cazares

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Minneapolis assisted-living facility becomes shelter for homeless youth

Minneapolis assisted-living facility becomes shelter for homeless youth

A facility opening in Minneapolis will be the largest shelter for homeless youth in Minnesota. Catholic Charities converted a former senior living community to house up to 30 young people, as well as case managers, counselors and other staff.
by Tim Nelson

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One dead as severe storms sweep across Minnesota

One dead as severe storms sweep across Minnesota

One person died as severe storms packing winds in excess of 90 mph swept across Minnesota overnight.
by Andrew Krueger

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MN Supreme Court says Frey has 'clear legal duty' to hire more police

MN Supreme Court says Frey has 'clear legal duty' to hire more police

Chief Minnesota Supreme Court Justice Lorie Gildea issued a ruling Monday that Minneapolis' mayor should employ a certain number of police officers or demonstrate why a higher staffing level is not possible.
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Locals endure monthslong emotional grind of living beside flooding Rainy Lake

Locals endure monthslong emotional grind of living beside flooding Rainy Lake

People who have battled rising floodwaters on Rainy Lake along the Canadian border since the end of April finally got some good news last week when the giant lake crested. But weeks of constant work and stress have taken an emotional toll.
by Dan Kraker

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COVID-19 shots for infants, toddlers available in Minnesota this week

COVID-19 shots for infants, toddlers available in Minnesota this week

State officials say children as young as 6 months old can start vaccinations against COVID-19 as early as this week, after federal officials gave their long-awaited approval for the shots.
by Catharine Richert

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Minnesota celebrates Juneteenth

Minnesota celebrates Juneteenth

Juneteenth events in Minnesota looked both toward the past and toward the future.
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