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Minneapolis’ 517 Sworn Police Officers Must Protect 425,000 People
Minneapolis' 517 police officers must protect 425,000 Minneapolis residents and some say that is not enough.
Lawsuit Challenges Minnesota Election Speech Code
A lawsuit challenges a new law allowing civil fines for certain speech within 60 days of an election.
Tests: Minnesota Student Grades Down Since 2019
The Minnesota Department of Education released the 2023 statewide assessment results.
Minneapolis City Council Passes Rule; Ride-Share Company ‘Determining’ Future
The Minneapolis City Council passed an ordinance that ride-share companies say will force them out of the city because of increased costs and regulations.
Minnesota’s Fatal Overdoses Jump 327% in 11 Years
And the number is likely to climb.
Uber: Minneapolis Drivers Get Minimum Wage, $5 Minimum After Frey Veto
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey struck a deal to boost Uber driver pay to the city minimum wage and guarantee at least $5 per ride.
Walz: Up to $1,300 Tax Rebates for Minnesotans Start This Week
Starting this week, Gov. Tim Walz says more than two million, one-time tax rebate payments up to $1,300 per family will be sent to Minnesotans through September.
14 States, Including Minnesota, Want Action on ‘Plastic Pollution Crisis’
Fourteen state attorneys general asked the Biden Administration to do more to "combat the plastic pollution crisis."
Minnesota Department Announces Roll-Out of Loans Laws
The Minnesota Department of Commerce is implementing laws that legislators passed this spring and Gov. Tim Walz signed in May.