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As Tennessee, others target drag shows, many wonder: Why?
Across the country, conservative activists and politicians complain that drag contributes to the “sexualization” or “grooming” of children. Several states are considering restrictions, but none has acted as fast as Tennessee to ensure children are not exposed to drag.
Minnesota catalytic converter theft bill rumbles toward approval
The Minnesota Senate has approved a bill that imposes new criminal penalties and tracking methods around catalytic converter theft. A House vote could send it to Gov. Tim Walz.
Minnesota could legalize physician-assisted suicide
The proposal would allow adults with less than six months to live to get a prescription from their doctor to help them end their life.
What is gender-affirming health care? 'Trans refuge' bill would help kids get it
Minnesota’s Legislature is considering a bill that would make the state a safe haven for transgender youth seeking gender-affirming health care here. But what exactly is the bill seeking to protect?
Session fundraising lockdown doesn’t close off all avenues
State lawmakers and their caucuses can’t raise money from certain sources while the Legislature is in session. But lawmakers can — and do — help their parties rake in contributions.
'I'm really worried about it': As federal emergency food help ends, Minnesotans voice concerns
Emergency federal benefits that help Minnesotans pay for food are set to run out this month. And even with some state funding set to boost food shelves, people who need help and nutrition groups say more needs to be done.
Pandemic food assistance that held back hunger comes to an end
Millions of people who depend on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program known as SNAP will see a cut of $90 a month or more. Some recipients say it will make it harder to buy healthy food.