Child psychiatric bed shortage eased by PrairieCare expansion in Brooklyn Park
While more beds and services are needed, state leaders commended the investment in a healing space for children and teens.
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Term of 4¾ years for Maple Grove woman who was extremely drunk, killed other driver in crash
At sentencing, the victim's family and friends wore "The North Remembers" shirts in honor of the avid Vikings fan.
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Federal labor ruling backs Mercy doctors' union vote
Doctors say the pressures of the COVID-19 pandemic motivated the union drive to gain more control inside the hospital.
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Minnesota Supreme Court: Jury must decide truth of Facebook post accusing rape in defamation case
At the heart of the case is a 2020 Facebook post accusing a Minneapolis dance instructor of sexual assault.
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Stillwater prison water is safe to drink, health department says
Men who have been incarcerated at Stillwater say water runs brown in the summer. The Department of Corrections has pledged action.
Minnesota Supreme Court to hear arguments Nov. 2 in Trump ballot challenge
Led by former Secretary of State Joan Growe, group questions whether U.S. Constitution allows Trump on the ballot.
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Officials: Two girls, ages 10 and 11, behind 'concerning messages' that closed Edina schools
Last week, a teenager was arrested on allegations that he had a gun outside Edina High School and uttered a threat.
Rules of the road: What Minnesotans can and cannot do with marijuana in their vehicles
Possession is allowed. Consumption and open containers are not.
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After cyberattack, Rochester schools puts $10 million tech levy before voters
The spring cyberattack prevented the district from administering state standardized tests.
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Nonprofit shifts plans for Minnesota's largest sports dome from Ramsey to Anoka
The Anoka City Council on Monday took the first step to allow the Anoka Ramsey Athletic Association to buy city-owned property for $1.
Amid pushback, Stillwater reminds drivers it still offers free parking
A conversion of some free parking spots to paid has drawn complaints, especially on social media, but city staff point out a majority of parking in downtown Stillwater is still free.
Charges: Teen severely injures woman, boy in fiery St. Anthony crash
Av Vang, the 11-year-old boy in the other vehicle, suffered injuries that he might not survive, the charges read.
House fire kills one in St. Paul's North End
The death marks the city's first fire fatality this year.
Robbinsdale Schools and superintendent mutually part ways
David Engstrom's last day was Monday. He came to the district in July 2021.
Her family has ties to the man who created the Minnesota state seal. Now she'll help change it.
Kate Beane is one of 13 people who will approve the design of a new state flag and seal by Jan. 1.
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Lead found in three taps at Lino Lakes prison, DOC outlines water management plan
The lead amounts were "below the level that would indicate an immediate health concern," according to the DOC, which is providing bottled water to inmates and staffers while more comprehensive testing takes place.
Twins trainer, Wolves assistant trainer fined for treating players while unlicensed
Two trainers with the Vikings ran into the same regulatory trouble earlier this year. Both were similarly fined, reprimanded and sanctioned.
Minneapolis council casts aside downtown Third Precinct plan in favor of 'other options'
Tuesday's nonaction came a day after Mayor Jacob Frey's demand for action on a new police station.
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Hennepin County Attorney now considering charges in state trooper shooting of Ricky Cobb
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty said in a statement that some State Patrol employees refused to cooperate with the investigation into the fatal shooting.
Tonya Puckett-Miller dies after 20-month battle with glioblastoma
She was married to the late Minnesota Twins superstar Kirby Puckett during his playing days.
Eastern Carver County Schools splits from Grace Church, moves 2024 graduation to Target Center
Attorneys said the district faced "considerable risk of litigation" if the church continued to host commencement ceremonies.
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Hennepin County Board sets maximum levy hike at 6.5%
New revenue would largely pay for employee raises and benefits; the board will finalize its budget plan and tax levy in December.
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Survey: Almost all Minnesota nonprofits need workers, forcing cuts in services
More Minnesota nonprofits are reporting widespread job openings than nonprofits are facing nationwide.
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