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Minnesota Department of Corrections announced phased closure of Stillwater prison

The Minnesota Department of Corrections announced Thursday that state leaders have agreed to a plan to close the Stillwater prison. Lawmakers say the facility is outdated, unsafe and too expensive to maintain.
by Matt Sepic

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Minnesota lawmakers reach budget deal with days left in session but dissent could be an obstacle

Minnesota lawmakers reach budget deal with days left in session but dissent could be an obstacle

Gov. Tim Walz and top lawmakers detailed the agreement after legislative leaders shared it with their caucus members. What’s less clear is whether there is sufficient time remaining to write and pass bills by midnight Monday.
by Dana Ferguson and Clay Masters

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Minnesota Freedom Fund switches focus from cash bail to policy

Minnesota Freedom Fund switches focus from cash bail to policy

A nonprofit that seeks to end cash bail in Minnesota said Wednesday that it’ll no longer post bail for people who are in pretrial detention. The Minnesota Freedom Fund says it’s shifting its focus from helping individual clients to education and legislative advocacy.
by Matt Sepic

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Political headwinds could spell trouble for solar power in Minnesota

Political headwinds could spell trouble for solar power in Minnesota

MPR News Chief Meteorologist Paul Huttner talked to energy reporter Brian Martucci about how much solar energy has expanded in Minnesota and the politics that could stunt its growth.
by Paul Huttner and Matthew Alvarez

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From Nye’s to Betty’s Pies: A Minneapolis designer photographs the signs of Minnesota

From Nye’s to Betty’s Pies: A Minneapolis designer photographs the signs of Minnesota

Minneapolis-based designer and sign painter Kelsi Sharp showcases her photo collection and hand-painted signs in the exhibition “Greetings From” at Augsburg University, reflecting on Minnesota’s visual history through iconic and hidden signage.
by Alex V. Cipolle

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