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January 23, 2024 6:55 PM

Minneapolis City Council advances cease-fire resolution for Israel-Hamas war

A Minneapolis council committee on Tuesday moved forward a resolution calling for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war and an end to U.S. military aid to Israel. The council voted 9-3 with one abstention to send the resolution on to the full council meeting on Thursday.

by Jon Collins

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January 23, 2024 5:11 PM

Hunters and ranchers demand wolf delisting at Willow River meeting

Hundreds of people vented their anger at gray wolves during a Congressional listening session in Willow River on Monday evening. It’s the latest example of a growing backlash to wolves in northern Minnesota, where residents blame them for a poor deer hunt, killing livestock and threatening pets.

by Dan Kraker

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January 23, 2024 4:07 PM

After New Hampshire vote, Dean Phillips says he'll ‘keep this baby going’ in Democratic race

The unsanctioned Democratic Party primary in New Hampshire won’t award delegates, but Minnesota’s Dean Phillips saw a chance for a symbolic stand against President Joe Biden.

by Mark Zdechlik

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January 23, 2024 2:26 PM

North Dakota judge won't temporarily block part of abortion law for doctors

A North Dakota judge has denied a requested temporary block on a part of the state's revised abortion laws so that doctors can perform the procedures to save a patient's life or health.

by The Associated Press

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January 23, 2024 12:55 PM

2024 Minnesota legislative session

What you need to know about Minnesota’s 2024 legislative session. Stay informed on the political developments, legislative actions and more shaping our state's future.

by Brian Bakst, Dana Ferguson, Clay Masters, Mark Zdechlik and Ellie Roth

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January 23, 2024 5:42 AM

More than $1 billion awarded to Minnesota, Wisconsin bridge

Officials announced Monday that the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded nearly $1.06 billion in federal funding to replace the aging John A. Blatnik Bridge between Duluth and Superior, Wis.

by The Associated Press and MPR News Staff

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January 23, 2024 4:00 AM

New Hampshire voters kick off first-in-the-nation presidential primary

The first-in-the-nation New Hampshire primary will test former President Donald Trump’s Republican front-runner status — though on the Democratic side, the contest may count only for bragging rights.

by The Associated Press and MPR News Staff

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January 22, 2024 6:35 PM

Supreme Court sides with Biden administration in Texas border razor-wire case

The move paves the way for federal officials to remove the wire from the state's border with Mexico.

by Washington Desk

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January 22, 2024 5:49 PM

Minnesota launches child care initiative for military families

Gov. Tim Walz announced Monday the launch and expansion of the Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood-PLUS program to offset the cost of child care for military families in Minnesota.

by Kyra Miles