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State of Minnesota opening two more COVID testing sites as demand increases

State of Minnesota opening two more COVID testing sites as demand increases

Rising COVID case counts in recent weeks are bringing more demand for testing. The state will open a COVID testing site at the Minneapolis Convention Center on Wednesday, and another at the former YMCA in Lino Lakes on Sept. 13.
by MPR News Staff

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With food scarce amid drought, bear sightings on the rise in Minnesota

With food scarce amid drought, bear sightings on the rise in Minnesota

Due to the drought encompassing much of Minnesota this year, natural food sources are harder to find. Bear sightings have been common across the state, as the opportunistic creatures take advantage of backyard bird feeders and other readily available food sources.
by Kirsti Marohn

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The housing shortage is significant. It's acute for small, entry-level homes

The housing shortage is significant. It's acute for small, entry-level homes

The American dream of owning a small home with a backyard is being put on hold. In 1982, 40 percent of houses built were entry-level homes. By 2019, the annual share had fallen to 7 percent.
by Uri Berliner

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Judge: Quick response coming on challenge to MPD ballot measure

Judge: Quick response coming on challenge to MPD ballot measure

The measure would replace the Minneapolis Police Department with a new Department of Public Safety that may — but is not required to — include police officers.
by Matt Sepic

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Arrest made in July fatal shooting on Highway 169 in Plymouth

Arrest made in July fatal shooting on Highway 169 in Plymouth

Jay Boughton was killed July 6 in what police said they believe was a traffic dispute. Plymouth’s police chief said Thursday he expects the 33-year-old suspect, who was arrested last week in Illinois, will be charged soon with second-degree murder.
by Euan Kerr

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Freeman won't seek reelection as Hennepin County prosecutor

Freeman won't seek reelection as Hennepin County prosecutor

"When you get into your 70s and worked nonstop for over 50 years, I think you're entitled to a rest,” Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman told MPR News.
by Riham Feshir and MPR News Staff

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Ranked choice voting, explained

Ranked choice voting, explained

Ranked choice voting is used in Minneapolis, St. Paul, St. Louis Park, Bloomington and Minnetonka elections. It’s complicated, but not that complicated. Here’s a refresher on the process.
by Grace Birnstengel

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