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The state of activism in Minnesota 4 years since George Floyd’s murder

The state of activism in Minnesota 4 years since George Floyd’s murder

Saturday will mark four years since Floyd’s death. Each day this week on Minnesota Now, we look at a different impact. On Tuesday, the focus is activism and the grassroots work that continues years after the uprising.
by Cathy Wurzer and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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Critical DMs: The arts team critiques the smell of Horace the corpse flower

Critical DMs: The arts team critiques the smell of Horace the corpse flower

The MPR News arts team discuss the strong, pungent smell of the yet-to-bloom corpse flower at the Como Zoo and Conservatory, comparing it to sour cheese, garlic and sweaty feet, while exploring fragrance terminology and the flower’s impact on visitors.
by Alex V. Cipolle and Max Sparber

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Lawsuit: Woman alleges Chauvin also kneeled on her months before George Floyd’s murder

Lawsuit: Woman alleges Chauvin also kneeled on her months before George Floyd’s murder

A lawsuit filed in federal court Tuesday alleges then-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin and a partner used excessive force that was similar to that used in the murder of George Floyd later that same year.
by Peter Cox and Brandt Williams

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Multiple strong tornadoes possible through Tuesday evening

Multiple strong tornadoes possible through Tuesday evening

A tornado watch is in effect for most of southeastern Minnesota and includes the southern Twin Cities counties of Carver, Scott and Dakota. The watch is designated as a “particularly dangerous situation.” That means the threat of violent EF2 to EF5 long-track tornadoes exists.
by Paul Huttner

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Mother, toddler among 3 people injured in Minneapolis shootings

Minneapolis police say three people — including a mother and toddler — were seriously wounded in two separate shootings Sunday night.
by Anika Besst

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Guthrie Theater announces almost $4 million deficit

Guthrie Theater announces almost $4 million deficit

The Guthrie Theater announced a $3.8 million deficit for fiscal year 2023 despite higher ticket sales and donor support, with challenges attributed to rising operational expenses, pandemic impacts and an aging building.
by Cari Spencer and Jacob Aloi

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Edelson wins Hennepin County Board seat in special election

Edelson wins Hennepin County Board seat in special election

DFL state Rep. Heather Edelson will fill a vacant seat on the Hennepin County Board, after winning a special election on Tuesday. There were mixed results for school district referendum questions on the ballot around the state.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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