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Minnesota Now with Nina Moini is journalism that doesn’t take itself too seriously. It’s reporting that puts people first with live, down-to-earth, unscripted interviews that aim to inform and entertain. Tune in to Minnesota Now weekdays at noon on the radio or the live audio stream at mprnews.org.

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From zombies to Elvis, Minnesota Fringe Festival opens with 'something for everyone'

From zombies to Elvis, Minnesota Fringe Festival opens with 'something for everyone'

This year’s Minnesota Fringe Festival offers a diverse lineup from the funny to the frightful as it marks 32 years. Executive director Dawn Bentley and performer Jen Scott shared more about what people can expect.
by Nina Moini and Ngoc Bui

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Black Visions to sunset after a decade of advocacy

Black Visions to sunset after a decade of advocacy

The organization founded in 2017 gained national attention for efforts to end police violence and advance social justice. Notably, it was behind a campaign to replace the Minneapolis Police Department with a new public safety department after the murder of George Floyd.
by Nina Moini and Ngoc Bui

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Sale of planned Appleton ICE detention center to federal government raises tax base concerns

Sale of planned Appleton ICE detention center to federal government raises tax base concerns

Appleton city council member Jim Massee says the property taxes from the shuttered prison set to become an ICE detention center makes up 30 percent of the budget. Federal buildings and properties owned by the United States government are generally exempt from local property taxes. Though its unclear at the moment what economic impact the new ownership will have on the city’s budget.
by Nina Moini and Alanna Elder

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Fargo-based country musician Zach Thomas to make debut at giant Detroit Lakes festival

Fargo-based country musician Zach Thomas to make debut at giant Detroit Lakes festival

WE Fest starts Wednesday outside Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. Zach Thomas is from nearby Wendell, Minnesota and will play a set at the festival for the first time Thursday.
by Kelly Gordon and Alanna Elder

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A look at trends in driver's license road tests in Minnesota

A look at trends in driver's license road tests in Minnesota

State data shows older teens seeking driver’s licenses are failing road tests at higher rates than 16 and 17-year-olds. A test examiner says that lines up with what he’s seen behind the wheel.
by Kelly Gordon and Ellen Finn

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