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Next St. Paul police chief wants to reduce gun violence, focus on evolution

Next St. Paul police chief wants to reduce gun violence, focus on evolution

Commander Axel Henry is a 24-year veteran of the department and is set to be confirmed Wednesday. He says police reform isn’t a bad thing, and he is looking forward to evolve the department and curb gun violence.
by Tom Crann and Megan Burks

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Fairview, Sanford health care systems plan to merge

Fairview, Sanford health care systems plan to merge

The regional care giants say they are in discussions now and intend to combine next year. Public criticism in Minnesota scuttled a similar proposal in 2013.
by Andrew Krueger

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Record flock of sandhill cranes at Sherburne refuge

Record flock of sandhill cranes at Sherburne refuge

The graceful, vocal birds stop by the Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge before heading to warmer climes for the winter. This has proved a record year, although many have moved on due to the weekend cold weather.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Dire warnings from world leaders at annual global climate conference

Dire warnings from world leaders at annual global climate conference

The United Nations’ COP27 global climate summit of world leaders takes place this week. And the need for global cooperation against climate change is more urgent than ever.
by Paul Huttner

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Minnesotans elect hundreds of new school board members in often heated contests

Minnesotans elect hundreds of new school board members in often heated contests

Minnesota school districts will be welcoming some 400 new people to board seats following Tuesday’s elections. Many districts saw unusually intense competition over board positions. 
by Elizabeth Shockman

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Minnesota Democrats win Capitol ‘trifecta’: Governor, House and now Senate

Minnesota Democrats win Capitol ‘trifecta’: Governor, House and now Senate

Tuesday’s election results mean Democrats will control the Minnesota House, Senate and governor’s office next year. The new power structure in St. Paul could expedite DFL priorities in 2023, but leaders said they take their slim majority as a sign they should work with the GOP.
by Brian Bakst and Dana Ferguson

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This Minnesota hazelnut can pump up your favorite recipe and the environment

This Minnesota hazelnut can pump up your favorite recipe and the environment

A University of Minnesota-bred hazelnut exemplifies the benefits of regenerative agriculture, and adds flavor to granola and fall salads. Find Beth Dooley’s recipes for them here.
by Tom Crann and Megan Burks

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A Minnesota hazelnut with unique climate fighting abilities

A Minnesota hazelnut with unique climate fighting abilities

The University of Minnesota’s Forever Green Initiative is developing special crops that can improve crop productivity and fight climate change. One of which is a hybrid hazelnut grown regeneratively that’s packed with flavor and good for the environment.
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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