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Feds sue Minneapolis schools over contract protections for teachers of color

Feds sue Minneapolis schools over contract protections for teachers of color

Federal prosecutors on Wednesday said they’re suing the Minneapolis Public Schools over a provision in the district’s teachers contract that provides job protections for teachers of color meant to help diversify the teaching ranks.
by Peter Cox

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Grain market expert weighs in on federal bailout for Minnesota farmers hurt by tariffs, inflation

Grain market expert weighs in on federal bailout for Minnesota farmers hurt by tariffs, inflation

Ed Usset, grain marketing specialist at the Center for Farm Financial Management and U of M Extension professor, joined Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition Wednesday to share how tariffs have affected farm country.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Here’s how much snow has fallen in Minnesota so far

Here’s how much snow has fallen in Minnesota so far

We saw a whole mess of weather with our most recent winter storm — snow, sleet and freezing rain. Here’s the latest recorded snowfall totals across Minnesota and in neighboring states.
by Matt Mikus

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Driving remains difficult, snow emergencies in place as Minnesota digs out from winter storm

Driving remains difficult, snow emergencies in place as Minnesota digs out from winter storm

The State Patrol reported hundreds of crashes on Minnesota highways amid the snow. Minneapolis, St. Paul and other cities declared snow emergencies to give plow crews a chance to more effectively clear streets.
by Andrew Krueger

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4 facts about 'I Feel Down Today,' the new single from Ponderosa

4 facts about 'I Feel Down Today,' the new single from Ponderosa

Minneapolis musician Josh Lavonn says his latest album came from one place: love. The Ponderosa frontman credits his wife and the relationships around him as the spark behind “Woman,” a retro-soul record built on devotion, vulnerability and long-term partnership.
by Anika Besst

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As Waymo testing continues, Minnesota legislators weigh regulations for autonomous vehicles

As Waymo testing continues, Minnesota legislators weigh regulations for autonomous vehicles

More automated vehicles are hitting the road in Minnesota — but for now, they still have drivers behind the wheel due to legal questions. Lawmakers are weighing possible regulations for driverless cars.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Rape suspect allegedly resisted jailers, smeared feces ahead of hearing

Rape suspect allegedly resisted jailers, smeared feces ahead of hearing

A man charged in connection with a string of sexual assaults allegedly smeared feces on the walls of his jail cell while resisting officers’ attempts to transport him across the street for his initial court appearance on Tuesday.
by Matt Sepic

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