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Two St. Paul council members reveal how they overcame deep divisions to pass cease-fire resolution

Two St. Paul council members reveal how they overcame deep divisions to pass cease-fire resolution

Late last month, the St. Paul City Council was at an impasse over a resolution calling for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war. But then last week, they passed one unanimously, calling for a quote “immediate and permanent mutual cease-fire.” MPR News correspondent Catharine Richert sat down with council members Cheniqua Johnson and Rebecca Noecker to find out how the council found common ground.
by Catharine Richert

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Legislation for the ‘Eras’ — New Taylor Swift ticketing bill could help fans in Minnesota

Legislation for the ‘Eras’ — New Taylor Swift ticketing bill could help fans in Minnesota

The bill, prompted by the demand for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour last summer, would create more protections for consumers purchasing tickets through online ticketing companies like Ticketmaster and StubHub.
by Ellie Roth

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Minnesota Senate advances school resource officer bill

Minnesota Senate advances school resource officer bill

The bill heads next to a conference committee where members of the House and Senate will smooth out differences between the proposals that they advanced.
by Dana Ferguson

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Minnesota Democrats weigh in on national IVF debate, push infertility treatment coverage

Minnesota Democrats weigh in on national IVF debate, push infertility treatment coverage

After Super Tuesday, candidates up and down the ballot are turning their sights toward the general election. And for Minnesota Democrats, that means casting a light on access to infertility treatment, including in vitro fertilization — or IVF.
by Dana Ferguson

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On latest lap through Capitol, backers of legal sports betting bill strain for winning formula

On latest lap through Capitol, backers of legal sports betting bill strain for winning formula

As Minnesota lawmakers consider legalizing and regulating sports betting, they’re debating whether to keep certain kinds of wagering off the table. How far they go could dictate whether a bill passes this year.
by Clay Masters

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Grassroots government in action on township day

Grassroots government in action on township day

Minnesota townships hold annual meetings on Tuesday to set tax levies and discuss local issues. Organizers call it grass roots democracy on display.
by Dan Gunderson

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