Biden should reboot transatlantic ties
Strengthened U.S.-European relationship needed as a counterbalance to a rising China.
Minnesota Hockey's response to COVID 'pause' deserves praise
Youth sports leaders took the responsible high road in reaction to restrictions.
'This isn't a drill': Spread of virus requires action, sacrifice
It's packing a hard punch in Minnesota, and the governor's moves are necessary.
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Early results show too many students are failing online
In St. Paul, nearly twice as many high school students as last year are behind in earning credits.
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Thanksgiving 2020: Staying mindful while being grateful
A painful year is nearing its end, and the holiday provides a chance to reflect on the journey.
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At long last, let the presidential transition begin
GSA administrator is finally letting the transfer of power proceed as it should.
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Biden builds a solid foreign policy team
Adversaries and allies alike will respect the seasoned group of appointees.
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Handling the basics of urban policing
New St. Paul commission will look at new ways to handle nonemergency calls.
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As COVID surges, many businesses are struggling to survive
Minnesota's COVID-related mitigation is needed, but lack of federal aid means states must step up.
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From nagging cough to the ICU in under 30 hours
Former legislator's bout with COVID illustrates need for precautions, preparation.
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A victory for courtroom access in George Floyd case
Judge's decision to allow livestream is a well-reasoned call for transparency in the pandemic.
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No excuse for virus nondisclosure
Sadly, the Legislature apparently needs a rule mandating basic decency.
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How the communication cookie crumbles
Girl Scouts' Amy Coney Barrett tweet — and the response to it — are revealing.
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A painful but necessary step: Safety first on Thanksgiving
Prioritizing COVID prevention over typically large gatherings will help halt viral spread.
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Here's what U.S. is losing as transition is delayed
While Trump refuses to give Biden access to briefings and funds, national security is at risk.
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Mpls. City Council should OK police chief's request for funding
Violent crime has spiked, and the department has to get more officers on the streets.
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A wary world watches U.S. election turmoil
Intransigence from Trump, GOP is "squandering" time needed to meet global challenges.
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Vaccine news is promising but not a COVID 'cure'
Masking up, forgoing large gatherings is still key to controlling COVID's spread.
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Trump is recklessly blocking the transition
He has a right to pursue legal challenges, but the nation must be ready to move on.
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Carjacking on the rise in the Twin Cities
City must address worrisome trends and focus on prevention and enforcement.
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Biden's unifying message, optimism won the presidency
Biden and Harris made history, and now they'll lead a country facing myriad challenges.
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Trump challenges the vote without evidence
Slow-motion count was not due to wrongdoing: The system worked the way it should.
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