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Minnesota U.S. Rep. Phillips calls for armed guards in schools after Nashville shooting

Minnesota U.S. Rep. Phillips calls for armed guards in schools after Nashville shooting

In an interview on All Things Considered, Minnesota U.S. Rep. Dean Phillips recognized he is an outlier among Democrats in calling for armed security at schools ”to provide a modicum of safety to our children.” But he said he is skeptical that much else can be done in the Republican-led House without significant public pressure.
by Tom Crann and Megan Burks

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Minnesota schools in line for big funding year

Minnesota schools in line for big funding year

The budget that Minnesota lawmakers are assembling is certain to deliver a giant aid boost to public schools. The question is how the money gets parceled out.
by Brian Bakst

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Stephanie Burrage to become Minnesota’s first chief equity officer

Stephanie Burrage to become Minnesota’s first chief equity officer

Burrage is a deputy education commissioner who led a monthslong effort to convene Black leaders in Minnesota to write a state budget that better addresses their priorities.
by Dana Ferguson

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At trial, Minnesota says e-cigarette maker Juul targets kids

At trial, Minnesota says e-cigarette maker Juul targets kids

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison personally opened the state’s lawsuit against Juul Labs and tobacco giant Altria. The state is seeking more than $100 million in damages.
by The Associated Press

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Walz's temporary quarters stir uproar over dollars

Walz's temporary quarters stir uproar over dollars

Gov. Tim Walz and his family will be required to relocate during renovation of the Governor’s Residence, but the rent at a leased property is giving critics sticker shock.
by Brian Bakst

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