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CDC issues sweeping new mask mandate for public transit in U.S., extends eviction moratorium

CDC issues sweeping new mask mandate for public transit in U.S., extends eviction moratorium

The new travel order will require passengers to wear face coverings on nearly all forms of public transportation, including airplanes, ships, ferries, trains, subways, buses, taxis and ride-shares.
by Jason Breslow

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Greater Minnesota cities outline top legislative priorities

Greater Minnesota cities outline top legislative priorities

Communities across Minnesota are asking state lawmakers for more support for child care, housing, water infrastructure and aid to local governments this legislative session as smaller municipalities continue to navigate the economic fallout of the pandemic.
by The Associated Press

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New plan for Minneapolis police overhaul follows familiar model

New plan for Minneapolis police overhaul follows familiar model

The latest attempt by City Council members to change the Minneapolis Police Department is designed to look like the state’s Department of Public Safety.
by Brandt Williams

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With Biden team focused on other crises, experts say drug epidemic is exploding

With Biden team focused on other crises, experts say drug epidemic is exploding

The Biden administration had Day One plans for the pandemic, economy and climate change. Experts say they haven't yet seen that same focus on the addiction crisis, which is killing 220 people a day.
by Brian Mann

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DNR proposes state park fee hike to help plug budget deficit

DNR proposes state park fee hike to help plug budget deficit

The annual state park vehicle permit fee would go from $35 to $45, while the daily permit cost would rise from $7 to $10. Without the increases, the state’s park account is scheduled to go into the red by the end of the 2023 fiscal year, something the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources warns would result in shortened camping seasons and less frequent bathroom cleanings.
by Dan Kraker

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For some Muslims, hope, uncertainty after travel ban lifted

For some Muslims, hope, uncertainty after travel ban lifted

President Joe Biden's repeal of the Trump administration's travel ban for several Muslim-majority nations brought a sigh of relief from those affected. But amid the celebrations are tales of dreams broken, families separated, savings used up and milestones missed. There's also uncertainty about the future: questions about backlogs, fees and travel restrictions due to the pandemic.
by The Associated Press

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Hope and skepticism as Biden promises to address environmental racism

Hope and skepticism as Biden promises to address environmental racism

Environmental racism means that people of color experience more air and water pollution than white people, and suffer the health impacts. Can President Joe Biden change that?
by Rebecca Hersher

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Minneapolis council to consider move to establish rent control

Minneapolis council to consider move to establish rent control

The measure would set limits on the rates at which housing prices can grow. The Minneapolis City Council is expected to start the process Friday.
by Brandt Williams

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DFL state lawmakers propose what they say is most ambitious clean energy goal in U.S.

DFL state lawmakers propose what they say is most ambitious clean energy goal in U.S.

With a slate of executive actions this week, President Joe Biden is aiming the country to use 100 percent clean energy by 2050. In a bill introduced this session, Minnesota lawmakers propose doing it by 2040.
by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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