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As state workers return to the office, downtown St. Paul’s Keys Cafe is optimistic
MPR News host Catharine Richert sat down with Keys Cafe owner Carol Hunn-Gregory at the downtown St. Paul restaurant to find out what it has been like to weather the past five years.
Shutdown planning moves into picture amid upbeat talk of completing a Minnesota budget
For weeks top state leaders have tried to tie up loose ends on a new Minnesota budget. Weeks from now there would be a partial government shutdown if they can’t cross off remaining items.
Minnesota officials warn of scam ‘DMV’ texts
The text says if the respondent fails to take action by clicking on a link, they will face major penalties, including vehicle registration suspension and stiff fines — but the claims are false.
Jewish communities across the country and here in Minnesota are heartbroken and outraged after another targeted act of violence. Steve Hunegs, executive director of the Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas, or JCRC, joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Tuesday to talk about the uptick in antisemitism and its implications.
Trump food aid cuts eliminate key income source from some smaller Minnesota farms
The Trump administration slashed funding for a program that helps feed school children and the food insecure this spring, and it’s affecting not only those in need but also those who grow that food, leaving some farmers without a critical source of income.
Minnesota lawmakers back K-12 ed spending plan amid worries over future cuts
The deal raises per-pupil funding in line with inflation but slashes special education transportation spending and teacher pipeline programs. It also gives schools flexibility around the state tradition of starting the academic year after Labor Day.
Federal law enforcement presence draws protests in south Minneapolis
A large federal law enforcement presence drew protests in south Minneapolis on Tuesday. Officials from the FBI, ATF and Department of Homeland Security gathered at the corner of Lake Street and Bloomington Avenue.