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Cannabis agency drops plans for licensing fast track, early 2025 retail launch in Minnesota grows doubtful

Minnesota’s nascent marijuana market is likely to take longer to launch — both getting plants into the ground and products into approved stores — as ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Thursday, December 12, 2024 5:30 am

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Pearl Harbor attack gun may leave Minnesota Capitol grounds for new museum home

For 66 years on the Minnesota Capitol grounds, a 50-caliber gun with a barrel mouth 4 inches wide has served as a reminder of the ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Monday, December 9, 2024 6:01 am

Cops, Courts & Fires

Minnesota U.S. Attorney Andy Luger to step down ahead of Trump transition

U.S. Attorney Andy Luger is stepping down soon as the top federal law enforcement official in Minnesota. As is custom for political appointees, he’s resigning ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Friday, December 6, 2024 5:08 am

Education

As Minnesota school absences climb, lawmakers focus on possible policy fixes

The number of Minnesota students chronically absent from school doubled during the COVID-19 pandemic. Last year, the state Education Department determined more than 1 in ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Friday, December 6, 2024 4:50 am

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Minnesota budget update shows $1.1B less than prior forecast

Minnesota lawmakers will have far less fiscal wiggle room and might have to take steps to head off a potential deficit, according to a new ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Wednesday, December 4, 2024 9:48 am

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Experts urge caution around thin ice after death, several rescues in Minn., Wis.

Emergency responders were called to recover at least four people from water Monday, after they fell through thin ice. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Tuesday, December 3, 2024 5:06 pm

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Minnesota’s state House is split down the middle, but could that still change?

All indications are that Minnesota is headed for a 67-67 state House of Representatives in 2025. But that road to a tied chamber has plenty ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Monday, December 2, 2024 6:17 am

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Deaths from ATV crashes in Minnesota surged in 2024

Minnesota is on pace for a record number of deaths related to deadly all-terrain vehicle crashes this year. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Monday, December 2, 2024 6:10 am

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Minnesota businesses that rely on snow hope for better conditions after less-than-ideal winter last year

Unprecedented warmth and record-low precipitation during the 2023-24 winter season left many Minnesota businesses that rely on snow and cold weather struggling to survive. With ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Friday, November 29, 2024 5:44 am

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Dementia research and support to continue in Minnesota after Congress passes legislation

Legislation that was passed last week will provide research, education and support for those facing Alzheimer’s and dementia and their caregivers.  Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Friday, November 29, 2024 5:40 am

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Southeast corner of Minnesota remains chronic wasting disease hotspot 

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reports early chronic wasting disease testing results from the firearm deer hunting season opener show positive cases remain relatively ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Wednesday, November 27, 2024 3:34 pm

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Minnesota cannabis license lottery challenge moves to state appeals court

A case challenging how the Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management handled social equity license applications moves next to the state Court of Appeals. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Wednesday, November 27, 2024 3:32 pm

News

Walz, agriculture leaders celebrate Minnesota turkey production, show concern over tariffs

Gov. Tim Walz is back to carrying out traditions of the governor’s office after coming up short in the presidential race, presiding over a ritual ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Wednesday, November 27, 2024 5:25 am

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Lawsuit challenges Minnesota abortion access in federal court

Through prior court rulings and legislative actions, Minnesota has among the most accommodating laws granting access to abortion. A lawsuit filed late last week in ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Tuesday, November 26, 2024 8:39 am

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Judge halts cannabis license lottery that is precursor to Minnesota marijuana retail launch

A planned lottery to give some would-be cannabis business owners a licensing head start won’t go forward early this week after a judge halted the ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Tuesday, November 26, 2024 8:32 am

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