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Minneapolis City Council renews liquor licenses for two hotels allegedly housing ICE agents

Minneapolis City Council renews liquor licenses for two hotels allegedly housing ICE agents

The Minneapolis City Council approved liquor license renewals Thursday for two hotels that protesters have targeted for allegedly housing federal agents. Some council members pushed to deny the licenses, pointing to public comment from staff at the hotels who said they felt unsafe.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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As political pressure prompts exodus of Minnesota prosecutors, some defendants catch a break

As political pressure prompts exodus of Minnesota prosecutors, some defendants catch a break

The federal prosecutor’s office in Minnesota has been gutted by a wave of career officials resigning or retiring over objections to Trump administration directives. The diminished U.S. Attorney's Office has been forced to dismiss some cases, kill others before charges are filed and seek plea agreements and delays.
by The Associated Press

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Federal hemp ban leaves Minnesota THC sellers in limbo

Federal hemp ban leaves Minnesota THC sellers in limbo

Minnesota already regulates hemp edibles, but it's unclear what Congress’ new cannabis rules mean for the state. That’s creating uncertainty for businesses that sell other hemp-derived beverages and other products.
by Harshawn Ratanpal

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A somber first day marks the start of the 2026 legislative session

A somber first day marks the start of the 2026 legislative session

The Minnesota Legislature began its new session by honoring the former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark after they were assassinated days after the last adjournment. Sen. John Hoffman returned to a standing ovation in the Senate.
by Clay Masters and Matthew Alvarez

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Rev. Jesse Jackson’s connections to Minnesota go back decades

Rev. Jesse Jackson’s connections to Minnesota go back decades

Over his long career, civil rights icon the Rev. Jesse Jackson made many visits to Minnesota to champion causes, and work to empower people who were underrepresented.
by MPR News Staff

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