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3rd District constituents sound off on Rep. Dean Phillips' possible presidential campaign

3rd District constituents sound off on Rep. Dean Phillips' possible presidential campaign

As Phillips explores a Democratic primary challenge to President Joe Biden, he’s playing up the need for political alternatives. His potential presidential run is drawing mixed reactions from his constituents.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Rally for Palestinians draws crowd to Minnesota Capitol

Rally for Palestinians draws crowd to Minnesota Capitol

A rally in support of Palestinians drew a large crowd to the Minnesota State Capitol Wednesday night. Demonstrators protested Israel’s response to the Oct. 7 Hamas attack and called for an end to both the siege of Gaza and American support for Israel.
by Matt Sepic

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Art Hounds: 'Uncle Vanya,' but make it hilarious

Art Hounds: 'Uncle Vanya,' but make it hilarious

It’s a Minnesota music double music feature on Art Hounds this week. The Winona Symphony Orchestra performs, featuring Minnesota composer Libby Larsen. The Bakken Ensemble celebrates the bassoon. And “Life Sucks” at the Open Eye Theatre in Minneapolis.
by Emily Bright

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'Making grandfriends': Mankato care model draws kids, seniors together

'Making grandfriends': Mankato care model draws kids, seniors together

Memory loss can be an especially isolating experience as people age. A new child care and memory care model in Mankato seeks to bring generations together through connections and joy.
by Hannah Yang

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Smashing: The artists behind the pumpkins at the Minnesota Zoo

Smashing: The artists behind the pumpkins at the Minnesota Zoo

The Minnesota Zoo hosts an annual Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular, where local artists carve intricate designs into thousands of pumpkins. Managed by Brian Christensen, the workshop produces up to 8,000 pumpkins each year, with a focus on wildlife themes.
by Alex V. Cipolle

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Twin Cities queer hockey group worries new NHL guideline is shortsighted

Twin Cities queer hockey group worries new NHL guideline is shortsighted

Over the summer, the National Hockey League announced that special Jerseys worn during warmups on theme nights — like Pride night — would no longer be allowed. After a handful of players refused to wear them last season, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said it had become a distraction.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lukas Levin

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Former University of Minnesota professor breaks down battle for speakership

Former University of Minnesota professor breaks down battle for speakership

Monday begins the second week the U.S. House is without a speaker — and apparently without a clear path for any candidate to get the votes needed to lead the chamber. Political science professor at Arizona State University, and former professor at the University of Minnesota Steven Smith helped breakdown what congress faces.
by Cathy Wurzer, Lukas Levin and Andrew Krueger

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Facing eviction, she reached out for help and found a new home

Facing eviction, she reached out for help and found a new home

As eviction filings soar in Hennepin County, advocates say too many people are missing out on resources that can keep them in their homes.
by Nina Moini

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Frost creeps across Minnesota as rain concludes the week

Frost creeps across Minnesota as rain concludes the week

Widespread rains concluded the week with frost creeping across the majority of the state. a third of the Minnesota landscape is seeing moderate drought and 40 percent in extreme.
by Cathy Wurzer, Mark Seeley and Lukas Levin

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