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‘I'm one American story’: Minnesota author Kao Kalia Yang resists being ‘the Hmong voice’
Author Kao Kalia Yang resists being boxed in, both as the only '“Hmong voice” in literature and in a singular genre. The Minnesota author has written memoirs, fiction, picture books, and even an opera.
Fraud is a focus for Minnesota lawmakers this year. Here are measures they’re pitching to fix it
Following the Feeding Our Future nutrition aid scandal and others, fraud prevention has been top of mind at the state Capitol. With two weeks left in the legislative session, here’s what’s moving forward.
Young girls often struggle with self-esteem. This Minnesota native is ready to help
Worried about the negative effects of cultural messages on her daughters, Missy Heilman started a nonprofit to teach girls to value themselves. BIO Girls is now active in 120 communities across Minnesota and the Upper Midwest.
Fourth victim killed in Minneapolis shootings identified
The fourth victim in a Minneapolis shooting on Tuesday has been identified by the Hennepin County Medical Examiner’s office. LeRas Francis Rainey, 28, of Minneapolis, died on Thursday.
Bemidji school board slashes $1.5 million from next year’s budget
The Bemidji School Board last week cut more than $1.5 million from next school year’s budget, and officials say those steep cuts will be felt in the classroom. Bemidji’s superintendent says state aid hasn’t kept up with inflation, forcing the district to make the cuts.