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July 30, 2025 10:22 AM

Some city services still unavailable after St. Paul cyberattack

Emergency services — including 911 — are still fully operational, but the St. Paul Police Department said other services may be delayed.

by Lisa Ryan

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July 30, 2025 6:18 AM

St. Paul police officers deemed justified in October shooting of man who was brandishing a gun

St. Paul Police shot Earl Bennett 15 times in October. Bennett, who survived, was later charged in two earlier shootings that killed four people in Minneapolis.

by Jon Collins

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July 30, 2025 4:00 AM

This Minnesota Greek folk dance group has spread joy for nearly 30 years

The Greek Dancers of Minnesota practice and perform dozens of authentic Greek folk dances with traditional costumes and music year round. The dancers say that over the years they’ve developed something even more special: friendship.

by Anita Li

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July 29, 2025 12:47 PM

Minnesota National Guard assists city of St. Paul after cyberattack

The city asked the state for support from the National Guard, which will provide cybersecurity services to make sure city services continue.

by MPR News Staff

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July 28, 2025 4:14 PM

Thunderstorms move into the metro, more damaging storms track into Iowa

Severe thunderstorm warnings continue into the night. A more damaging line of storms that had the potential to produce tornadoes only clipped the state, tracking instead from South Dakota into Iowa.

by MPR News Staff

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July 28, 2025 6:17 AM

Overnight storms leave damage, power outages across Minnesota

Powerful storms swept across the state on Sunday night and early Monday morning, knocking out power to tens of thousands of people and causing downed trees, flooding and other damage.

by MPR News Staff

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July 25, 2025 10:01 AM

Federal funding freeze leaves Minnesota school districts scrambling to fill budget gaps

The Trump administration put already allocated education funding on hold, including $74 million slated for Minnesota. After pushback, it released $13 million for Minnesota after-school and summer school programs, but $61 million is still missing.

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July 23, 2025 4:00 AM

How urban farms help tackle food insecurity in the Twin Cities

One nonprofit, Urban Roots, is working to equip youth with the skills to grow, cook and share their own food. They hope to provide more nutritious food for people who struggle to access it.

by Jaylan Sims