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Rep. Omar disappointed state money to fight measles in Somali-American community denied
On Monday, state Rep. Ilhan Omar introduced an emergency bill to secure $500,000 to help curb the outbreak. That effort failed in the house, in part because those funds wouldn't be available for weeks.
Willie Nelson out with new album
The singer celebrated his 84th birthday over the weekend.
One of the more colorful and controversial public figures we have covered over the last 50 years is former Minneapolis police chief Tony Bouza, who led the department from 1980 to 1989.
Elvis and Priscilla wed 50 years ago
The eight-minute ceremony was officiated by a Nevada Supreme Court justice.
Budget deal yet to be reached at Minnesota Capitol
There are three weeks to go before the Legislature's required session adjournment.
Public health workers push back against anti-vaccine claims at Somali community meeting
At least 34 Minnesota children have contracted measles since an outbreak began last month. The vaccination rate among 2-year-olds in Minnesota's Somali-American community is 42 percent, compared with 88 percent of non-Somali kids.
Minneapolis mayor and police chief plan to meet soon, say they'll work together
Betsy Hodges spoke to MPR News to defend her decision to rescind Lt. John Delmonico's promotion to the top job in the 4th Precinct. In a statement, Janee Harteau said she won't comment further because she doesn't want the situation played out in public anymore.
On Gunflint Trail, memories of 'devil's fire' still burn
The Ham Lake Fire started 10 years ago Friday. It burned more than 75,000 acres and destroyed over 100 structures, including many longtime family cabins. But the forest, and the people, are recovering.
Secretary of state's office targeted for budget cuts
The Minnesota Secretary of State's office is among many targets for budget cuts by the GOP-controlled Legislature. And a former occupant of the office is one of those calling for it to do with less.