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U.S. surgeon general 'worried about what is to come' in pandemic

U.S. surgeon general 'worried about what is to come' in pandemic

The U.S. surgeon general said Sunday that he's concerned about what lies ahead with cases of COVID-19 increasing in every state, millions still unvaccinated and a highly contagious virus variant spreading rapidly.
by The Associated Press

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State Sen. David Tomassoni announces ALS diagnosis

State Sen. David Tomassoni announces ALS diagnosis

Longtime state Sen. David Tomassoni of Chisholm says he has Lou Gehrig's disease, also called amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or ALS. He says he intends to continue serving his district as well as being an advocate for those living with ALS.
by MPR News Staff

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Minnesota DFL leaders call on Rep. John Thompson to resign

Minnesota DFL leaders call on Rep. John Thompson to resign

Top Minnesota Democrats including Gov. Tim Walz and House Speaker Melissa Hortman are calling on Democratic State Rep. John Thompson to resign.
by MPR News Staff

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Minnesota congressional candidates start money race early

Minnesota congressional candidates start money race early

The 2022 congressional elections are more than a year away, but some Minnesota representatives who may face competitive races are getting off to an early start.
by The Associated Press

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Walz signs order restricting 'conversion therapy' for minors

Walz signs order restricting 'conversion therapy' for minors

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed an executive order aimed at banning so-called conversion therapy on Thursday — but he said it's just a start and called on the Legislature to make the ban permanent.
by The Associated Press

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