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Data shows Minnesota has paid a steep price for Trump’s tariffs
President Donald Trump doubled down on his tariff strategy in July. The Midwest, with six states accounting for one-fifth of our nation’s total agricultural and manufacturing output, will pay the pric...
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Help us put a Documenter in the room
Will you help us put a Documenter in the room? Local government has never had more power over daily life and less scrutiny on how it uses it. City councils, […] The post Help us put a Documenter in......
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Project Veritas founder dresses in ‘traditional Muslim attire’ in video attacking Minnesota election law
Secretary of State Steve Simon blasted the video, suggesting that James O’Keefe, the right-wing activist behind it, may have overstepped legal boundaries. The post Project Veritas founder dresses in ...
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How wildfire smoke is disrupting Minnesota high school sports
Plus: Hermantown public officials apologize over leaked audio disparaging data center opponents; hempcrete makes a difference in southwestern Minnesota community; and a Wisconsin waterski destination ...
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Data centers: Where projects go, local candidates follow
Six Minnesota cities that have been linked to proposed data centers saw upticks in city council filings this year. The post Data centers: Where projects go, local candidates follow appeared first on M...
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Double your impact for Twin Cities Documenters
Earlier this year, MinnPost launched our Twin Cities Documenters program. Help us sustain this work with a donation. The post Double your impact for Twin Cities Documenters appeared first on MinnPost....
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Counterpoint: This isn’t the time to dismiss the damage done by fraud in Minnesota
To address fraud at all levels of government, Minnesotans desire and deserve meaningful reforms to state and local audit arrangements. The post Counterpoint: This isn’t the time to dismiss the damage ...
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Minnesota Republicans want trans girls out of girls sports, but complaints are hard to find
Examples aside, gubernatorial candidate Lisa Demuth and other politicians say it’s about protecting girls’ rights. The post Minnesota Republicans want trans girls out of girls sports, but complaints a...
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With funding set to dry up, Minneapolis faces tough choices on lead pipe removal
The city is prioritizing historically disenfranchised neighborhoods, daycare and childcare facilities, and streets due for utility work. The post With funding set to dry up, Minneapolis faces tough c...
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DFL, GOP condemn vandalism on Blaine City Council member’s car
Plus: library budget cuts in St. Paul; vacation rental regulations in Duluth; Dinkytown church stands behind court order against federal agents in churches. The post DFL, GOP condemn vandalism on Blai...
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How Trump’s unprecedented effort to prosecute noncitizen voters fell apart
HSI deployed its tech platform to find noncitizens on voter rolls, despite warnings from agency insiders that it would lead to an “ungodly” number of false positives. The post How Trump’s unprecedente...
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Trump administration OKs use of federal money to pay Minnesota nursing home workers
The unprecedented new wage floor for a specific industry goes into effect next month following multiple delays. The post Trump administration OKs use of federal money to pay Minnesota nursing home wor...
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Public health can’t survive without trust in official recommendations
Basing decisions on significant evidence is the standard we should demand from every administration, health agency and public official. The post Public health can’t survive without trust in official r...
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D.C. Memo: Trump’s $1B White House makeover
WASHINGTON — If you live in Washington, D.C. — and maybe even if you don’t — you know the White House is a massive construction site, the ailing Reflecting Pool […] The post D.C. Memo: Trump’s $1B Whi...
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Documents show federal surveillance operation in Minnesota targeted progressive groups, unions
The program was aimed at what officials called a network of conspirators helping “violent opportunists and agitators.” The post Documents show federal surveillance operation in Minnesota targeted prog...
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If you can’t arboretum, join ’em
Plus: DHS looking for Antifa in unions; supporting children and teens in Brainerd; Mangione changing plea; and more. The post If you can’t arboretum, join ’em appeared first on MinnPost....
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More speakers announced for MinnPost Festival 2026
Three more exciting conversations join the MinnPost Festival 2026 lineup! The post More speakers announced for MinnPost Festival 2026 appeared first on MinnPost....
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A ‘kissing canopy’ is getting harder to find on Twin Cities streets
In many areas, our trees are too small and streets are too big, making it harder to find a branching crown overhead. The post A ‘kissing canopy’ is getting harder to find on Twin Cities streets appear...
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Frey’s proposed budget gives Minneapolis Park board less than half of what it asked for
Commissioners said the “placeholder” figure would lead to layoffs, reduced maintenance or closed recreation centers. The post Frey’s proposed budget gives Minneapolis Park board less than half of what...
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A message to the city of Minneapolis: Consolidation would hurt our parks
The quality of our parks would erode under consolidation and be an ineffective use of taxpayer dollars. The post A message to the city of Minneapolis: Consolidation would hurt our parks appeared first...
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New exhibit centers Palestinian American identity, highlights strength of Arab women with screen printing
“I want to present Palestinian people as normal people,” St. Paul-based artist Hend Al-Mansour said. “To show their love of beauty, what they do, what they love, what are their hopes.” The post New ex...
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AP: Republicans see Minnesota fraud scandal as a chance to go on offense in a blue state
On Tuesday, former sportscaster Michele Tafoya won the Senate nomination, and state House speaker Lisa Demuth secured the primary for governor. Both candidates defeated rivals seen as too extreme for ...
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You’re being followed
Steve Sack's cartoons, like this one on Flock cameras, appear on MinnPost each Thursday. The post You’re being followed appeared first on MinnPost....
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What is 7-OH kratom — and why are healthcare providers worried about a possible ban?
A University of Minnesota nurse practitioner says banning products without a plan for addicted users could have unintended consequences. The post What is 7-OH kratom — and why are healthcare providers...
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Should 11.3% appear too small, be thankful I don’t take it all
Your daily news roundup starts … NOW. Mayor Jacob Frey delivered his proposed budget of $2.3 million on Wednesday, and the big news is an 11.3% property tax increase. The […] The post Should 11.3% app...
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How Peggy Flanagan won a chance to succeed Sen. Tina Smith
A progressive movement fueled by anger at Trump, reaction to Operation Metro Surge and other factors propelled Flanagan's primary win over Angie Craig. The post How Peggy Flanagan won a chance to succ...
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Peggy Flanagan could make history for Native American women in November. She’s not the only one.
This story on Peggy Flanagan was originally reported by Mel Leonor Barclay of The 19th. Meet Mel and read more of their reporting on gender, politics and policy. Lt. Gov. […] The post Peggy Flanagan c...
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Minnesota’s PFAS law risks cutting off patients from needed medical devices
Precision is critical when policymakers and regulators consider PFAS in medical devices and can directly influence whether patients trust and continue using recommended devices. The post Minnesota’s P...
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Wake up Maggie, I think I’ve got to cancel my State Fair show
Plus: Right to Repair heads to ballot; DOJ observers kept out of polling places; Vintage Music Co. for sale; and more in your news roundup. The post Wake up Maggie, I think I’ve got to cancel my State...
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‘A clear choice for voters’: Hennepin County Attorney field narrows to Frazier, Folk
The results set up a November contest that will likely serve as a referendum on the progressive policies of Mary Moriarty. The post ‘A clear choice for voters’: Hennepin County Attorney field narrows ...
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After hard-fought primaries, it’s Peggy Flanagan vs. Michele Tafoya for U.S. Senate
Angie Craig vows to support Flanagan in the race against GOP Senate candidate Michele Tafoya. The post After hard-fought primaries, it’s Peggy Flanagan vs. Michele Tafoya for U.S. Senate appeared firs...
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AP: Lisa Demuth wins Republican nomination for governor in Minnesota
WASHINGTON (AP) — Lisa Demuth wins Republican nomination for governor in Minnesota. Catch up on our recent reporting on Lisa Demuth: The post AP: Lisa Demuth wins Republican nomination for governor in...
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Matt Little prevails in the 2nd District, expanding progressive wins in Democratic primaries
The lawyer ran as a progressive, besting flight attendant Kaela Berg and Mayo Clinic physician Matt Klein. The post Matt Little prevails in the 2nd District, expanding progressive wins in Democratic p...
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AP: Michele Tafoya wins Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Minnesota
WASHINGTON (AP) — Michele Tafoya wins Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Minnesota. The post AP: Michele Tafoya wins Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Minnesota appeared first on MinnPost...
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Amy Klobuchar wins Democratic nomination for governor in Minnesota
WASHINGTON (AP) — Amy Klobuchar wins Democratic nomination for governor in Minnesota. This story will be updated. The post Amy Klobuchar wins Democratic nomination for governor in Minnesota appeared f...
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What to expect from MinnPost on primary election night
Our plans for bringing you unique, insightful reporting this evening. The post What to expect from MinnPost on primary election night appeared first on MinnPost....
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Finally, a real debate on government and the economy
Thanks to the candidacies of Democratic Socialists, America is seeing more fundamental differences between the two major political parties. The post Finally, a real debate on government and the econom...
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New bathroom stalls are priority No. 1, perhaps No. 2
Plus: Customized ballots; undercover ICE agent at Omar event; financial assistance drying up for students; and more in your news roundup. The post New bathroom stalls are priority No. 1, perhaps No. 2...
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Minnesota election experts: SAVE America Act would disrupt voting to fix ‘a problem that doesn’t exist’
Academic reviews of recent elections have found illegal voting to be extraordinarily rare and often unintentional when it does occur. The post Minnesota election experts: SAVE America Act would disrup...
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Sure, it’s convenient, but much is missing in virtual courtrooms
Even in an increasingly virtual world, courtrooms should be filled with suits, arguments and the sounds of pounding gavels. The post Sure, it’s convenient, but much is missing in virtual courtrooms ap...
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Trump’s immigration crackdown looms over Minnesota’s bruising Senate primary
The immigration debate is an added schism in a race that otherwise echoes many of the other left versus center divides that have played out across the United States this year. The post Trump’s immigra...
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Minnesota and Wisconsin primaries next to feature progressive clash with Democratic establishment
Abdul El-Sayed's victory in Michigan has energized the left while stoking fears among Democratic Party leaders that the shift to the left, particularly in battleground states like Michigan and Wiscons...
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‘I don’t trust any election ever done with a computer’: A look at the GOP candidates for governor
Mike Lindell has a line into Trump. Lisa Demuth has name recognition and a legislative record. And Kendall Qualls says he is a less divisive version of Lindell. The post ‘I don’t trust any election ev...
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Please don’t drink the lake water
Plus: Mayor Frey spending $3k on candles; what Craig v. Flanagan means on the national level; scooter night in Minneapolis; and more. The post Please don’t drink the lake water appeared first on MinnP...
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Documenters report: Planning Commission seeks public input on Rondo plan
The plan, proposed by Reconnect Rondo, lays out redevelopment priorities that would complement the proposed 21-acre land bridge. If approved, it would be added to the city's comprehensive plan. The po...
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Photos: The faces of Farmfest
MinnPost photographer Bridget Bennett spent two days at Farmfest documenting the candidate forums, media scrums, and handshakes. So many handshakes. The post Photos: The faces of Farmfest appeared fir...
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Documenters report: Hennepin County increases funding commitment for Blue Line extension
To meet local funding requirements for a federal grant, the board voted to contribute $2.25 billion toward the $3.4 billion project. The post Documenters report: Hennepin County increases funding comm...
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Counterpoint: Minnesota PUC decision reflects practical progress in energy policy
A recent Voices piece failed to reflect Minnesota reality and ignored the practical progress of a recent Public Utilities Commission decision, which will drive improvements to Minnesota’s housing stoc...
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A data center is an odd fit for the increasingly valuable North Loop in Minneapolis
The Minnesota Star Tribune’s plan to sell its North Loop printing facility to a data center developer is less-than-ideal news. The post A data center is an odd fit for the increasingly valuable North ...
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Outside groups fuel bitter Senate race between Peggy Flanagan and Angie Craig
Those helping Craig are spending much more, but Flanagan has also gotten a boost as there are few guardrails on special interest involvement in politics. The post Outside groups fuel bitter Senate rac...
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