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Pioneering transplant surgeon John Najarian dies at 92

Pioneering transplant surgeon John Najarian dies at 92

From the late 1960s through the early 1990s, Najarian ran one of the largest organ transplant programs in the world at the University of Minnesota. For much of that time he enjoyed rock-star status. But a scandal tarnished his reputation in the early '90s.
by Lorna Benson

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State aims for quick turnaround on $300 unemployment boost

State aims for quick turnaround on $300 unemployment boost

After securing federal approval for enhanced benefits over the weekend, Minnesota’s unemployment officials hope to quickly dispatch the extra $300 in weekly aid to qualified recipients.
by Brian Bakst

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Judge allows Minnesota wineries to use out-of-state grapes

Judge allows Minnesota wineries to use out-of-state grapes

A federal judge has struck down a Minnesota law that required wineries in the state to use mostly Minnesota-grown grapes, in a ruling that could have implications for other states.
by The Associated Press

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Minn. Catholic schools begin to open their doors for in-person learning

Minn. Catholic schools begin to open their doors for in-person learning

As many public schools prepare for distance learning, some Catholic schools are starting the school year with in-person instruction. School leaders say they’re seeing a boom in enrollment, and they’re implementing new protocols to help protect its students and staff from the coronavirus.
by Myah Christenson

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As Mpls. plans phased reopening of 38th and Chicago, protesters plan to hold their ground

As Mpls. plans phased reopening of 38th and Chicago, protesters plan to hold their ground

The City Council will soon seek public comment on a plan to open a portion of the intersection where George Floyd was killed. People from the surrounding community say they won’t give up the intersection until the city meets a list of 24 demands.
by Tom Crann and Megan Burks

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In northern Minnesota, tracking songbirds to help them thrive in a changing forest

In northern Minnesota, tracking songbirds to help them thrive in a changing forest

In northern Minnesota, researchers are tracking threatened songbirds through the forest to identify the habitat the birds rely on after they hatch. The goal is to help land managers create the kind of forest these birds need to survive into the future.
by Dan Kraker

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Aug. 28 update on COVID-19 in MN: State increasing enforcement at bars, restaurants

Aug. 28 update on COVID-19 in MN: State increasing enforcement at bars, restaurants

State health officials announced that bars and restaurants across Minnesota will face increased scrutiny starting Friday over whether they're complying with COVID-19 guidelines. The state reported 862 new cases Friday, in keeping with the steady drumbeat of new cases all month.
by MPR News Staff

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Minnesota's boreal forest is a climate change hot spot

Minnesota's boreal forest is a climate change hot spot

Northern Minnesota is among the fastest warming areas on the planet, and that’s beginning to change the makeup of forests there.
by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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Art Hounds: Drive-in music videos and other art you can enjoy outdoors

Art Hounds: Drive-in music videos and other art you can enjoy outdoors

Battle of the bands meets drive-in in Olmsted County, paintings inspired by Zoom and music from the sidewalk are among the recommendations from this week’s Art Hounds.
by Emily Bright

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