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Is the writing on the wall? Minn. to debate cursive in school

Is the writing on the wall? Minn. to debate cursive in school

A new bill before the Minnesota Legislature would require a state agency to write up a cursive curriculum, although school districts could decide whether to introduce it.
by Brian Bakst

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The title this director gave his parents' story? 'Cold War'

The title this director gave his parents' story? 'Cold War'

Pawel Pawlikowski grew up in the shadow of a tempestuous love affair. Naturally, he made it into a movie.
by Euan Kerr

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Art Hounds: Portraits of and by Native American youth

Art Hounds: Portraits of and by Native American youth

Plus, Art Hounds recommend a poetry reading performed to music, and "Something Elegant, Like This."
by Marianne Combs

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Target Foundation signals change in aid to nonprofits

Target Foundation signals change in aid to nonprofits

Arts and social service agencies in the Twin Cities are learning that the foundation may withdraw its support.
by Marianne Combs

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Future of marijuana legalization is hazy at State Capitol

Future of marijuana legalization is hazy at State Capitol

Supporters and opponents of recreational marijuana use disagreed loudly at the Capitol Wednesday and legislative leaders say they won't rush to pass legislation.
by Tim Pugmire

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Walz vows to keep programs afloat during federal shutdown

Walz vows to keep programs afloat during federal shutdown

DFL Gov. Tim Walz and legislators from both parties pledged to maintain services delivered in concert with the federal government despite a prolonged shutdown. But that doesn't mean the state will let Uncle Sam off the hook for the costs.
by Brian Bakst

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New play charts a civil servant's journey from man to woman

New play charts a civil servant's journey from man to woman

Former St. Paul Deputy Mayor Susan Kimberly said her play is a conversation between the person she used to be and the person she has become.
by Marianne Combs

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Sheriff: Jayme a 'hero'; guns found at home of suspected kidnapper

Sheriff: Jayme a 'hero'; guns found at home of suspected kidnapper

The Barron County sheriff says the man suspected of abducting Jayme Closs had a shotgun in his house similar to what was believed to have been used to kill her parents. The man apparently had no contact with the family until that night.
by MPR News Staff

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