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She’s a liberal MN legislator; he’s a conservative. A bike trip brought them together
A handful of Minnesota legislators from opposite sides of the aisle are pairing up to learn more about each other's districts. This comes at a time of deep political polarization and just months after the politically motivated assassination of former House Speaker Melissa Hortman.
In this Minnesota city, proposed property tax bumps pile up as residents push back
As local governments face increased costs and more directives from state and federal laws, added costs are expected to drive up taxes for property owners. In some places, the tax hits are coming from all directions.
MPR News is broadcasting live from Moorhead
MPR News is broadcasting live from the Fargo-Moorhead area this week to talk agriculture and honor the retirement of our Moorhead reporter Dan Gunderson.
New community clinic brings culturally sensitive care to Minneapolis
The Inspire Change Clinic is open to everyone in the community. Care will not focus solely on treating illness; there will also be space for clothing donations and assistance with resume writing.
The Minnesota Department of Human Rights says an assistant principal in the Osseo school district sexually harassed a fourth-grade student. The agency is requiring the district to pay the student more than $61,000 and apologize.
Minneapolis teachers vote to authorize strike
The vote outcome does not mean a strike has been called by Minneapolis teachers. If the union chooses to move ahead with a work stoppage, it would need to announce a strike date with at least 10 days’ notice to the district.
Twin Cities recycling plant boosts capacity with AI sorting
A major regional recycling plant in the Twin Cities has finished a $23 million renovation to increase its capacity, as the state aims to recycle more and throw away less.