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As Sanford, Fairview look to push merger forward, questions about UMN’s role remain
The two health care companies have set a March 31 deadline to complete the merger. The U’s medical school dean says he wants the the university to be part of the deal but worries the deadline is too tight to resolve all of its concerns.
'Going big': Walz to fill in rest of budget puzzle this week
As Gov. Tim Walz issues his complete budget proposal this week, he says he’s attempting to invigorate a state that has “lived on our laurels” of bygone days.
An MPR listener noted that after last year’s very windy January, this month seems much quieter in comparison.
Inside the world of cornhole playing with Minnesota's first professional player
Lexi Hugeback is Minnesota's first professional cornhole player, and according to her, cornhole isn't just a game where you throw a beanbag into a hole in a board — it's a game of the mind.
Minnesota House passes right to abortion bill as supporters and opponents gather
The Minnesota House of Representatives late Thursday approved a proposal to enshrine in state law the right to an abortion — and access to other reproductive health care. After hours of passionate debate, the House voted 69-65 to pass the bill.
Art Hounds explore an artist’s legacy, and recommend a 'Haunting' play
This week’s Art Hounds recommend the spine-tingling play “The Haunting of Hill House” at Rochester Repertory Theatre and “Act III: Who the Heck is Hoffman?” a posthumous exhibit of painter Frank Hoffman’s life’s work, curated by a St. Paul artist.
Walz proposes big increases in school, child care spending
Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday proposed a major element of his budget plan that increases education spending and includes tax credits for families with children.