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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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What a southern Minnesota solar dispute could mean for renewable energy projects in rural, tribal areas

What a southern Minnesota solar dispute could mean for renewable energy projects in rural, tribal areas

A judge ruled in early June the Minnesota Valley Cooperative Light and Power Association cannot cut power to the Upper Sioux Community’s casino over a large solar project. State regulators expect to take up the case this fall.
by Nina Moini and Alanna Elder

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'I'm not comfortable with where things are:' State leader on lack of progress in Minneapolis police reforms

'I'm not comfortable with where things are:' State leader on lack of progress in Minneapolis police reforms

Two years after the Minneapolis Police Department was put under court-mandated reforms, Department of Human Rights Commissioner Rebecca Lucero told MPR News host Nina Moini about the department’s progress — and lack thereof — in meeting the mandates.
by Nina Moini and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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Once again, a Minnesotan leaves the team and wins a championship

Once again, a Minnesotan leaves the team and wins a championship

Former Minnesota Timberwolves player Karl-Anthony Towns is now an NBA champion with the New York Knicks. It follows a familiar trend, after former Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold became a Super Bowl winner with the Seattle Seahawks.
by Nina Moini and Alanna Elder

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New Minneapolis clinic provides safe space for sexual assault exams, outside traditional ER settings

New Minneapolis clinic provides safe space for sexual assault exams, outside traditional ER settings

Southside Community Health Services, which recently opened a clinic on Lake Street in Minneapolis, is offering sex assault exams in a clinic setting, one step in its trauma-informed care.

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Post Modern Times plans to continue donation-based restaurant model as long as possible

Post Modern Times plans to continue donation-based restaurant model as long as possible

Owner Dylan Alverson made the switch during the surge of immigration agents to the state. Four months later, he said he’s been scrambling to make the new model work but hopes to continue to keep it going.
by Nina Moini and Ellen Finn

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ICE, Border Patrol getting $70 billion in funding. Advocates say it comes with little oversight

ICE, Border Patrol getting $70 billion in funding. Advocates say it comes with little oversight

President Trump has signed off on a massive increase in funding for U.S. immigration enforcement. Congressional Democrats had demanded reforms in the bill due to the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis this winter. Ultimately, those did not make it in the bill.
by Nina Moini and Ellen Finn

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'Guided by Gilbert' litter carries on Hortmans' legacy through service dogs

'Guided by Gilbert' litter carries on Hortmans' legacy through service dogs

One year after the deaths of Melissa and Mark Hortman and their dog Gilbert, Helping Paws is honoring their legacy through a new generation of service dogs. The "Guided by Gilbert" litter will train to support veterans and first responders with PTSD.
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'She's still here:' Rep. Kristin Bahner honors Melissa Hortman's legacy in her work and life

'She's still here:' Rep. Kristin Bahner honors Melissa Hortman's legacy in her work and life

State Rep. Kristin Bahner says she never doubted whether she would continue serving in public office even after the attacks on two lawmakers a year ago. In part, because she wanted to honor the legacy of her late colleague, former House Speaker Melissa Hortman.
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