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Minnesota officials ready for potential feral pig invasion
With wild hogs in Canada approaching the U.S. border, Minnesota officials are reviewing state management of feral pigs to limit potential future damage from the destructive invasive species.
Jost's victory completes all-female, highly diverse St. Paul City Council
St. Paul officials confirmed civil engineer Saura Jost as the winner of the Ward 3 race, setting up the council to be the city’s youngest and most diverse council ever when it convenes in January.
Cathy Donovan of Onamia, a family practice physician with the Mille Lacs Health System, died Monday afternoon after being struck by a vehicle while walking along U.S. Highway 169 near Mille Lacs Lake. Authorities say the driver fled the scene.
Survey: Minnesota hospitals report hefty financial losses
The Minnesota Hospital Association said that 67 percent of its members that took part in a recent survey reported financial losses in the first half of 2023. That’s a sharp increase over the 55 percent that reported negative operating margins in 2022. 
Minneapolis moves forward with $1M plan for policing alternatives
A Minneapolis City Council committee on Thursday moved forward a contract with New York University School of Law’s Police Project to help the city implement more public safety alternatives to policing. 
A new report from the Office of the Legislative Auditor of Minnesota found that the Minnesota Board on Aging did not meet legal standards in its oversight of the Senior Nutrition Program.
Girls on the Run 5K empowers Minnesota youth to reach potential
Over 1,000 third to eighth grade girls participated in a 5K hosted by Girls on the Run, a nonprofit focused on promoting positive physical activity and confidence in young girls.