In the cellar with Minnesota state Sen. Nicole Mitchell
An evenhanded process is needed for dealing with legislator behavior.
State wisely mulls banning book bans
Legislation would require that key decisions be made by library professionals.
St. Thomas needs to work with neighbors
With hockey arena project looming, St. Paul university's growth is causing a parking controversy.
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Kristi Noem's disturbing revelation
Killing a dog isn't normal, but the potential Republican VP candidate and South Dakota governor thinks it shows strength.
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Strengthen firearm storage laws
A proposed expansion of Minnesota law would help prevent accidental deaths, and it could be enough to stop some suicides.
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What's lost when newspapers die
Eight Minnesota papers will stop publishing this month in a blow to their communities.
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Turn off cellphones in state's classrooms
Legislation that would require schools to have smartphone policies is a good foundation.
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Taiwan policy must be a campaign issue
An expert panel will examine the U.S. approach to China on Thursday at the U.
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Transparency leads to better government
Minnesota shouldn't change law mandating that public notices be published in newspapers.
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Aid votes show Congress can still work
But it's unfortunate that four members of Minnesota's delegation failed to see the big picture.
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Minnesota is losing the race on mental health care
A new state study concludes that reimbursement provided by medical programs hasn't kept pace with the cost of providing care. So it makes zero sense to let a cut passed in 2023 take effect.
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Mpls. must investigate suspicious fires
Police Department staffing issues have led to a disturbingly low clearance rate for arson cases.
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Be a major player in film and TV game
A dedicated film office under Explore Minnesota would make the state more competitive.
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An urgent call for long-term care advocates
The ranks of "certified ombudsman volunteers" have thinned. Their work is vital in ensuring dignity, quality of life for residents in nursing homes, assisted living. Minnesotans should step up.
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Israel needs U.S. after attack by Iran
A unilateral response to the weekend drone and missile attack risks a much wider war.
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Don't blow up HCMC's governance
Direct oversight of Hennepin County Medical Center by county commissioners isn't the solution to concerns voiced by nurses.
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Make smart changes to Minnesota marijuana laws
Lawmakers should keep working on improvements to legislation legalizing cannabis.
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Minnesota group rallies to stand with Ukraine
The state's congressional delegation should listen to Stand With Ukraine MN, not reckless rhetoric from representatives like Marjorie Taylor Greene.
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Move ahead with Third Precinct plan
Minneapolis City Council can aid healing by embracing new uses for fire-damaged police station.
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Japan is an ally U.S. can count on
A state visit by the prime minister reflects the tight ties between Tokyo and Washington.
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A season to build on for women's sports
Stars, including two of Minnesota's own, elevated the quality of play while serving as role models.
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End the 'zombie' Comstock Act
The 1873 law could be resurrected to target abortion access. It's time to repeal its rigid puritanical parameters on Americans' freedom of choice and speech.
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