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Minnesota plans to spend $700 million to reduce ‘forever chemical’ water pollution in east metro

Minnesota plans to spend $700 million to reduce ‘forever chemical’ water pollution in east metro

The plan promises to create more water treatment capacity and help homeowners who use wells to address pollution from PFAS — human-made chemicals known for their ability to repel water and tendency not to break down.
by Nina Moini

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State Fair won't mandate masks, receives pushback

State Fair won't mandate masks, receives pushback

Organizers are strongly encouraging people to wear face masks and will require them in some cases. “Mandating masks fairgrounds-wide would be extremely difficult for our organization to enforce, so we are urging you to pitch in and do what’s right,” says health guidance from the fair.
by Mark Zdechlik and Will Matuska

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Minnesota extends $100 vaccine incentives for another week

Minnesota extends $100 vaccine incentives for another week

Any Minnesotan age 12 or older who gets their first shot through Sunday can claim a $100 Visa gift card. Anyone who has gotten their first shot since July 30 is eligible.
by The Associated Press

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Crews battling new, 'rapidly growing' wildfire in northeastern Minnesota

Crews battling new, 'rapidly growing' wildfire in northeastern Minnesota

Crews were battling a new, “rapidly growing” wildfire Sunday night in northeastern Minnesota, as gusty winds and very low humidity brought another round of dangerous fire conditions to the region.
by Andrew Krueger

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Minnesota GOP chair faces growing calls to step down

Minnesota GOP chair faces growing calls to step down

Republican Party of Minnesota Chair Jennifer Carnahan faced growing calls to resign over the weekend, in the wake of a major GOP donor and activist being indicted on sex trafficking charges.
by MPR News Staff

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Minnesota woman arrested on sex trafficking allegations; linked to earlier indictment

A 19-year-old Minnesota woman has been arrested on allegations she was part of a conspiracy to commit sex trafficking — a case that's been linked to the federal indictment of a Minnesota Republican Party donor and activist earlier this week.
by MPR News Staff

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Census data forces Minnesota lawmakers to grapple with remap

Census data forces Minnesota lawmakers to grapple with remap

New census data has given legislators tasked with redrawing Minnesota’s political map a lot to think about, and they only have a few months to agree or to punt the high-stakes job to the courts.
by The Associated Press

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Frey highlights public safety, housing in proposed budget

Frey highlights public safety, housing in proposed budget

The Minneapolis mayor also warned that the city was projected to experience shortfalls in the coming years and urged residents to get vaccinated so businesses and events may resume more safely.
by Jon Collins

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