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Andrew Luger on his plans for U.S. attorney of Minnesota

Andrew Luger was sworn in as U.S. attorney for Minnesota on March 30. He joined host Cathy Wurzer to talk about what he plans to accomplish during his second term.
by Cathy Wurzer and Ellen Finn

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Plenty of money, but how much will to get a surplus deal?

Plenty of money, but how much will to get a surplus deal?

The big policy and spending plans that signal each party’s election-year priorities are rolling out at the state Capitol. They’re going to be quite different in the Minnesota House and Senate.
by Brian Bakst

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Will the Legislature pass paid family leave?

Will the Legislature pass paid family leave?

Are more Minnesota workers closer to getting paid time off work to bond with a child, cope with illness, or care for sick family members?  Host Mike Mulcahy talks with two state legislators about different proposals for paid family leave. Plus, should Minnesota pay for school breakfasts and lunches for all students? 
by Mike Mulcahy and Maja Beckstrom

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The far-right and environmentalism overlap is bigger than you think — and growing

The far-right and environmentalism overlap is bigger than you think — and growing

The modern environmental movement and the far-right movement might appear to be on opposing sides of the political ideology spectrum. But overlap does exist and researchers say it's growing.
by Ari Shapiro, Matt Ozug and Casey Morell

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U.S. House passes bill to decriminalize marijuana

U.S. House passes bill to decriminalize marijuana

Democrats said the federal prohibition on marijuana has had particularly devastating consequences for minority communities. Republicans mostly opposed the bill and called it a distraction from more pressing issues.
by The Associated Press

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Ukraine top of agenda as China, EU prepare to meet at summit

Ukraine top of agenda as China, EU prepare to meet at summit

The European Union is seeking China's assurances that it won't assist Russia in circumventing economic sanctions for invading Ukraine and cooperation on ending the war at today's virtual meeting.
by The Associated Press

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House passes bill to cap insulin prices

House passes bill to cap insulin prices

The chamber voted on a bill that caps the price of insulin at $35 a month but fate for the legislation in the Senate is unclear.
by Barbara Sprunt

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Minnesota Senate passes agriculture relief bill

Minnesota Senate passes agriculture relief bill

The Minnesota Senate passed legislation Thursday to provide drought relief to farmers and make preparations for farm disease outbreaks.
by Tim Pugmire

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