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GOP hopefuls jockeying to face Walz hone in on COVID, crime

GOP hopefuls jockeying to face Walz hone in on COVID, crime

Minnesota Republicans saw significant developments Wednesday in their chase for a nominee to take on DFL Gov. Tim Walz in his expected reelection bid next year. 
by Brian Bakst

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Freeman won't seek reelection as Hennepin County prosecutor

Freeman won't seek reelection as Hennepin County prosecutor

"When you get into your 70s and worked nonstop for over 50 years, I think you're entitled to a rest,” Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman told MPR News.
by Riham Feshir and MPR News Staff

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GOP's Benson runs for governor; Gazelka poised to enter race

GOP's Benson runs for governor; Gazelka poised to enter race

The GOP field for governor expanded Wednesday with Sen. Michelle Benson announcing a run and Sen. Paul Gazelka leaving his majority leader post ahead of an expected announcement.
by Brian Bakst

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Joy, concern for students with ADHD as in-person learning returns

Joy, concern for students with ADHD as in-person learning returns

As schools go back to in-person learning, students with ADHD are hoping to return to some semblance of routine. Host Tom Crann spoke with an expert on children with ADHD about the challenges they’ve faced during the COVID-19 pandemic.
by Tom Crann, Lindsay Guentzel and Alex Cheng

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As Line 3 nears completion, pipeline battles are far from over

As Line 3 nears completion, pipeline battles are far from over

Opponents don't plan to give up trying to stop the pipeline, even as their legal options dwindle. They plan to continue contesting Line 3 through protests and in court even after oil begins flowing from Alberta, Canada.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Is your child anxious about going to school during a pandemic? Here’s how to talk about it

Is your child anxious about going to school during a pandemic? Here’s how to talk about it

As the school year begins, many kids will be returning to in-person learning for the first time in months. Here’s how a children’s mental health expert suggests talking to your child if they’re anxious about going to school during the COVID-19 pandemic.
by Steven John, Kyle Shiely, Aron Woldeslassie and Alex Cheng

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Under court review: Deadly force law that passed after Floyd's killing

Under court review: Deadly force law that passed after Floyd's killing

A Minnesota judge heard arguments Monday from police groups seeking to overturn a new use-of-deadly force law while state attorneys asked to have the challenge thrown out. A quick ruling is expected.
by Brian Bakst

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With kids in school, demand for COVID-19 testing jumps

With kids in school, demand for COVID-19 testing jumps

Kids across Minnesota are heading back to school in the midst of rising COVID-19 cases. Demand for testing is increasing, too, causing the state and health care providers to expand testing options just months after they started to wind them down. 
by Catharine Richert

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The corn is the key

The corn is the key

Gustavo Romero opened Nixta in July 2020 because he saw a necessity to bring a better tortilla to Minneapolis and the state. The chef and owner of the northeast Minneapolis tortilleria stays close to tradition to produce authentic flavors.
by Vicki Adame

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