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Community healing: Groundbreaking honors ‘all lives lost and forever changed’ by 2005 Red Lake shootings
On Saturday, supporters will gather for a groundbreaking ceremony on the Red Lake Nation for a memorial dedicated to those affected by the mass shooting in 2005. Ten people died that day, including the perpetrator.
Six months after fire, 19 Bar sets sights on reopening
The 19 Bar — one of the oldest gay bars in the state — is aiming to reopen by the end of the year. It’s been closed since a fire in March.
What to know as early voting starts Friday in Minnesota
Minnesotans will be able to cast their ballot for presidential, statewide and local elections starting on Friday. People can vote early via mail-in ballot or visit a designated early voting location before Election Day. 
Art Hounds: A play looks at things Hinckley lost in the fire
Art Hounds recommend Bucket Brigade Theater’s original play “Survivors of the Fire,” “SOLO: the performances of the McKnight Dancer Fellowships” and the the St. Peter Art Stroll.
Officials search for more staff, other fixes for growing child care crunch in Duluth
Officials, providers and parents gathered in Duluth this week to discuss possible solutions to the child care crisis in the city. The news three large day care centers will close soon is adding to an already large shortage of child care slots
St. Paul City Council passes zoning ordinance for cannabis businesses
The new rules mirror those of liquor stores in St. Paul. The ordinance requires 24/7 video monitoring of the store’s sales areas and entrances and exits.
Report: Minnesota youth have huge potential to shape the 2024 presidential election
Voters ages 18 to 29 could decide Minnesota’s pick for president, according to nonpartisan research center CIRCLE. They could also impact the outcome in Minnesota’s 2nd Congressional District. 
Gas pipeline approved near pipestone quarry sacred to Indigenous people, with conditions
The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission approved a permit to Magellan Pipeline Company along a route near a pipestone quarry considered sacred by many tribal nations. Tribal input over the past year resulted in the commission requiring the pipeline company to consult with tribes.
At least 1 Minneapolis school reports measles case, district stresses up-to-date vaccinations
District officials say they’re working with the state department of health to notify close contacts. They did not say how many cases there are or what school they’re associated with, citing privacy reasons.