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Cities receive state aid to help plan for climate change, extreme weather

Cities receive state aid to help plan for climate change, extreme weather

The state funding will help Minnesota communities plan for the impacts of climate change. Many cities have outdated stormwater management systems that can’t handle extreme rainfalls.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s campaign downplays polling, fundraising, ballot access woes

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s campaign downplays polling, fundraising, ballot access woes

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s campaign manager insists the independent candidate is qualified for this week’s presidential debate despite the fact that he did meet the criteria to appear on the stage.
by Stephen Fowler

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Politics Friday: The stage is set for a Biden, Trump debate that could have implications on a tight race

Politics Friday: The stage is set for a Biden, Trump debate that could have implications on a tight race

Are you ready for a Joe Biden and Donald Trump presidential debate? It’s only June, but this week brings the first head-to-head showdown. MPR News host Brian Bakst and his guests talk about whether debates offer voters substance or are more just for show. 
by Brian Bakst and Matthew Alvarez

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The stage is set for a Biden, Trump debate. What they say could have implications on an already tight race

The stage is set for a Biden, Trump debate. What they say could have implications on an already tight race

Are you ready for a Joe Biden and Donald Trump presidential debate? It’s only June, but this week brings the first head-to-head showdown. MPR News guest host Brian Bakst and his guests talk about whether debates offer voters substance or are more just for show. 
by Brian Bakst and Matthew Alvarez

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Hundreds seek social equity cannabis business license in first 24 hours of program

Hundreds seek social equity cannabis business license in first 24 hours of program

The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management is giving social equity applicants — ranging from veterans to new farmers, to those who’ve faced historical harms from the war on drugs — a head start on business licenses.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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This week's televised debate is crucial for Biden and Trump — and for CNN as well

The stakes are high for Joe Biden and Donald Trump for Thursday's first presidential debate. But they're not the only ones on the stage: CNN's Dana Bash and Jake Tapper will be with them, carrying the hopes of a network that could use a boost.
by The Associated Press

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