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Tag, bait, scoop: Researchers explore new ways to rid Minnesota lakes of pesky common carp
The four-year project is aimed at developing tools and technology to remove large numbers of the invasive fish, and gauge whether it can restore habitat and help native species bounce back.
Minnesota’s HIV service organizations juggle cuts and brace for more
HIV assistance and testing organizations across the state are working on tighter budgets this year, with more federal cuts possible. Advocates say they’re worried about setting back progress towards ending HIV.
How to talk to kids about politics without divisive rhetoric
Braver Angels, an organization committed to helping Americans depolarize, has been hosting a series of workshops for parents who want to be able to discuss politics with kids.
‘Sticker shock’: Inflation, Ozempic drive health care costs higher for Minnesota schools
School districts across Minnesota are struggling to contain double-digit health insurance cost increases. Some officials say inflation and accelerating prescription costs, especially for new weight loss drugs, are to blame. 
‘Someone’s got to help’: Minnesota volunteers give injured, orphaned animals a chance
Trained wildlife rehabbers work to save injured and orphaned wildlife. Most get no pay. They scrape by on grants and help from local volunteers, doing the work for the joy of giving animals a chance to return to the wild. 
Mosquitoes with West Nile virus found in Anoka and Carver counties
An official with the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District says they have detected West Nile virus, but it’s not to the point where there’s a concern about human transmission.
Minnesotan Chet Holmgren returns with an NBA championship trophy — and hoops with kids
Oklahoma City Thunder star Chet Holmgren — and native Minnesotan — returned home to show off the Larry O’Brien trophy on Thursday in St. Paul. The Thunder trounced the Timberwolves in the Western Conference Finals in May, then went on to capture the title last month.
13-year-old Minnesota boy killed in fireworks accident
A 13-year-old boy died after being struck by a firework Friday night in Naytahwaush, Minn. The boy was identified as Michael Turner of Naytahwaush, which is located about 80 miles east of Fargo.