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Biden administration says it has increased vaccine supply
Officials announced a boost of about 3 million doses to the states and an additional 1 million to the federally run pharmacy program.
Drive for low-cost housing finds bipartisan buy-in
This legislative session is already showcasing sharp divides over COVID-19 measures, civil unrest response, taxes and more. But Minnesota lawmakers could find harmony on another critical issue: Housing.
Owners of burned, looted businesses plead for state help
State lawmakers heard appeals for rebuilding assistance from shop and restaurant owners whose businesses in Minneapolis and St. Paul suffered heavy damage during widespread riots last spring.
Growing pains: How one southern Minnesota city is taking steps to address diversity, inclusion
As part of the city’s strategic plan, Marshall has formed a new Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission. Its goal: To launch tough conversations, so that, eventually, the city becomes a more welcoming place for all of its residents.
Democratic congressman sues Trump over role in Capitol riot
Mississippi Rep. Bennie Thompson accused Donald Trump in a federal lawsuit on Tuesday of inciting the deadly insurrection at the U.S. Capitol and of conspiring with his lawyer and extremist groups to try to prevent the Senate from certifying the results of the presidential election he lost to Joe Biden.
Security funding for Chauvin trial hits roadblock at Capitol
Security planning around the upcoming trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin remains in doubt amid divisions over who should pay and what standards police should be held to as they respond to protests.
Minnesota House pulls $35M security fund for officer trials
A proposal by Gov. Tim Walz to create a $35 million fund to bolster security during the murder trial of a former Minneapolis officer charged with killing George Floyd has stalled out in the Democratic-controlled Minnesota House. Leaders abruptly pulled the bill Monday, acknowledging that they lacked enough votes to pass it.
Pelosi says independent commission will examine Capitol riot
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says Congress will establish an independent, Sept. 11-style commission to look into the deadly insurrection that took place at the U.S. Capitol. In a letter to Democratic colleagues, Pelosi said the House will also put forth supplemental spending to boost security at the Capitol.