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DFL tax plan in the works includes 'millionaire tax,' shield from social security income

DFL tax plan in the works includes 'millionaire tax,' shield from social security income

The state legislature is considering a tax bill that could define what you pay for next year. Representatives in the house taxes committee spent the morning hearing from representatives of tribal nations, local governments and advocacy groups on a DFL tax plan.
by Emily Bright and Alanna Elder

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What the future could hold if marijuana is legalized in Minnesota

What the future could hold if marijuana is legalized in Minnesota

MPR News host Angela Davis talks about what the future of legalized marijuana in Minnesota could hold, how it would work and what we can learn from other states that have already legalized cannabis. 
by Angela Davis, Samantha Matsumoto and Nicole Johnson

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Minnesota moves to protect Native children as Supreme Court decision looms

Minnesota moves to protect Native children as Supreme Court decision looms

A case currently before the U.S. Supreme Court could affect how American Indian children are treated in the foster care system. In response, Minnesota lawmakers took steps this year to strengthen a state law designed to keep Native children connected to their families and communities.
by Dan Gunderson

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Huge law enforcement escort takes fallen deputy home

Huge law enforcement escort takes fallen deputy home

The town of Glenwood, Minn., lined the streets to welcome home fallen sheriff’s deputy Josh Owen. He died Saturday night after being shot while responding to a domestic violence call.
by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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Minnesota House tax plan seeks billions in cuts, also increases

Minnesota House tax plan seeks billions in cuts, also increases

One-time rebates, more Social Security income shielded from state taxes and additional relief to offset rising property taxes are features of a House plan.
by Brian Bakst

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Minnesota settles case against e-cigarette maker Juul

Minnesota settles case against e-cigarette maker Juul

Minnesota announced a settlement Monday in its lawsuit against Juul Labs and tobacco giant Altria — the first of thousands of cases against the e-cigarette maker to reach trial — just ahead of closing arguments.
by The Associated Press

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Supreme Court looks at whether Medicare and Medicaid were overbilled under fraud law

Supreme Court looks at whether Medicare and Medicaid were overbilled under fraud law

Arguments on Tuesday center on a powerful tool for fighting fraud in government contracts and programs. The case examines whether major pharmacies knowingly overcharged Medicare and Medicaid.
by Nina Totenberg

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