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Recent Minneapolis bear sighting is part of larger trend, experts say

Recent Minneapolis bear sighting is part of larger trend, experts say

A bear was euthanized after it was spotted wandering in a north Minneapolis neighborhood on Sunday, and it’s part of a larger trend of more bear sightings, officials said.
by Hannah Yang

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Minnesota Senate passes paid family and medical leave program

Minnesota Senate passes paid family and medical leave program

The plan would set up a payroll tax for workers and employers, and employees could then get partial pay replacement if they got sick or had to care for a loved one.
by Brian Bakst and Dana Ferguson

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Paid family leave today, ‘last chance’ at bonding bill in Senate this week

Paid family leave today, ‘last chance’ at bonding bill in Senate this week

With two weeks left, the Minnesota Legislature still has to resolve big questions around new taxes and fees, proposals to start up new programs and fund billions of dollars in local projects.
by Dana Ferguson

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Sauna pronunciation battle boils, but don't sweat it

Sauna pronunciation battle boils, but don't sweat it

The Finnish cultural tradition of sauna is enjoying a renaissance in Minnesota and around the country. That’s rekindled a very passionate debate in the North Woods over just how to say the word.
by Dan Kraker

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Shooting leaves beloved St. Paul hockey coach dead

Shooting leaves beloved St. Paul hockey coach dead

The man killed has been identified as Michael Scott Brasel by his wife and the hockey team in Roseville he coached.
by MPR News Staff

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St. Croix County sheriff's deputy fatally shot while responding to call

St. Croix County sheriff's deputy fatally shot while responding to call

A sheriff’s deputy was fatally shot after responding to a call Saturday evening in western Wisconsin. The deputy is the fourth law enforcement officer in the region to be fatally shot while responding to calls in the past month.
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'It's a really big deal': Secretary Simon on the voting bill, registration and upcoming elections

'It's a really big deal': Secretary Simon on the voting bill, registration and upcoming elections

Gov. Tim Walz signed a bill supporters are calling the “Democracy for the People Act” into law Friday. DFL lawmakers say it will “protect and strengthen the freedom to vote.” All Things Considered host Tom Crann spoke with Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon about what the law does.
by Tom Crann and Megan Burks

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As Minnesota floodwaters recede, the cleanup of 2023 is underway in riverside communities

As Minnesota floodwaters recede, the cleanup of 2023 is underway in riverside communities

After weeks of flooding along many Minnesota rivers, the first days of May have brought reason for optimism. Floodwaters are receding more quickly than anticipated in some communities — allowing cleanup to begin.
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Behind the (animal) mask: Liz Sexton elevates papier-mâché to high art 

Behind the (animal) mask: Liz Sexton elevates papier-mâché to high art 

Liz Sexton creates lifelike papier-mâché animal masks and sculptures for her solo exhibition "Liz Sexton: Out of Water" at the Minnesota Marine Art Museum, highlighting environmental issues through her unique art form.
by Alex V. Cipolle

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