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After deadly encampment shooting, Hennepin County weighs supportive housing efforts
On Sept. 15, seven people were injured in a shooting at a homeless encampment in south Minneapolis that was on private property. Since then, one person has died from their injuries. It’s raising questions about how to best prevent and respond to homeless encampments.
U of M to start paying out class action lawsuit over 2023 data breach
The University of Minnesota is required to start paying out a class action lawsuit this week to people impacted by a 2023 data breach, according to the terms of a settlement in U.S. district court.
Beltrami County storm damage highlights housing need in greater Minnesota
The June storms that tore through Beltrami County impacted the area in ways that will be felt for generations. One of the positives was shining a light on housing, which is scarce throughout all of Minnesota. Now state and local leaders are renewing dialogues for solutions to the statewide problem.
St. Paul voters to decide ballot measure that would allow fines for ordinance violations
St. Paul voters will vote on a charter amendment that would allow the City Council to issue fines for ordinance violations. The ballot measure follows the council’s unanimous approval of the charter change in January.
Walking 161 miles in support of firefighter health
Minnesota firefighters Doug Foote and Kyle Bode completed a 161-mile walk from Duluth to St. Paul Sunday to raise funds for MnFIRE, a nonprofit working to keep firefighters healthy across the state.
Scientists look for cause of spike in swimmer’s itch plaguing Minnesota lakes
The itchy red rash is caused by tiny parasites in the water that can burrow into human skin. Researchers are looking at whether certain waterfowl, invasive species or warming lakes could be factors.
On a northern Minnesota island, arts and inspiration find safe harbor
A small island on Rainy Lake near the Canadian border was once home to a legendary Minnesota environmentalist. Now it’s a place for introspection and inspiration for artists and nature lovers.