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Long wait times and far out appointments frustrate Minnesotans seeking drivers licenses

Long wait times and far out appointments frustrate Minnesotans seeking drivers licenses

Officials from Driver and Vehicle Services say continuing staffing shortages are largely to blame for the struggle to nail down an appointment, with backlogs from the pandemic making matters worse.
by Olivia Stevens

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Pakistan's parliament is dissolved to pave way for elections

Pakistan's parliament is dissolved to pave way for elections

Pakistan's president on Wednesday dissolved the lower house of parliament as the country's top opposition leader is fighting to overturn a corruption conviction.
by The Associated Press

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Challenger Reinert outpolls incumbent Larson in Duluth mayoral primary

Challenger Reinert outpolls incumbent Larson in Duluth mayoral primary

Challenger Roger Reinert outpolled incumbent Duluth Mayor Emily Larson 63-35 percent in Tuesday’s primary. The two will face off in November’s general election.
by Brian Bakst

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A protective order is unlikely to curb Trump or affect his popularity

A protective order is unlikely to curb Trump or affect his popularity

A hearing is set for Friday on the parameters of a possible protective order dictating how former President Donald Trump and his legal team can talk about evidence in the Jan. 6 criminal case.
by Jaclyn Diaz

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The challenge, and opportunity, of 'getting to green' in Minnesota

The challenge, and opportunity, of 'getting to green' in Minnesota

While many people are in favor of moving towards a so-called green economy through reducing our dependence on climate change causing fossil fuels, the realities of making that move are complex. Margaret Cherne-Hendrick who works for Fresh Energy, a St. Paul-based clean energy nonprofit, says the transition offers challenges and opportunities.
by Dan Kraker

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Unity or challenge? Rep. Dean Phillips responds to potential presidential bid

Unity or challenge? Rep. Dean Phillips responds to potential presidential bid

The Democratic Party is still largely backing incumbent President Joe Biden for the 2024 nomination since the 80-year-old launched his reelection campaign in April. Minnesota Congressman Dean Phillips has been flirting with the idea of adding his name to a short list of Democratic presidential candidates.
by Cathy Wurzer, Gracie Stockton, Gretchen Brown and Lukas Levin

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DFL lawmaker cited with 2 counts in July drunk-driving stop

Minnesota state Rep. Dan Wolgamott has been charged with two impaired driving counts. He said he takes responsibility and has undergone alcohol assessments.
by Brian Bakst

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