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February 29
Gov. Tim Walz speaks about the February budget forecast on Thursday in St. Paul.

Save, don't spend, state surplus

Additional $3.7 billion likely will be needed to address a projected deficit in the next biennium.
Editorial
February 28
Protesters rally in support of in vitro fertilization at a demonstration outside the Alabama State House in Montgomery on Feb. 28. Alabama lawmakers a

Embrace, don't restrict, use of IVF

This reproductive health care has helped many become parents. Ill-advised legislation supported by three Minnesota U.S. House members could jeopardize access.
Editorial
February 27
Dr. Rebecca Cunningham was selected on Monday as the next president of the University of Minnesota. She was photographed here at a public forum in the

Cunningham, the U emerge as winners

Three strong candidates and a transparent process impressed as the University of Minnesota selected a new president.
Editorial
February 26
The memorials to three Burnsville first responders killed Feb. 18 continue to grow outside the Burnsville Police Station and City Hall.

Gun laws in light of Burnsville's tragedy

Dismissing the need because they didn't stop Shannon Gooden would be the wrong takeaway. A safety net with a stronger mesh is needed.
Editorial
February 24
Former President Donald Trump talked to reporters in October at the courthouse in Manhattan where his civil fraud trial was under way.

The damage done by Trump's fraud

Corporate financial dishonesty is not a victimless crime. "The institution of business depends on trust," St. Thomas professor says.
Editorial
February 23

Say no to human bones sold as 'curiosities'

Minnesota Legislature should pass bill that would prohibit use of "calcified" remains for commercial purposes.
Editorial
February 22
See a circle in blue? Time to renew.

See a circle in blue? Time to renew.

The massive effort to redetermine eligibility for medical assistance programs continues. It's vital for enrollees to do their part by returning paperwork. Help is available.
Editorial
February 21
Volunteers packaged onions at Second Harvest Heartland in Brooklyn Park in January.

Finding new ways to fight hunger

Second Harvest Heartland has ambitious goals built on an effort to learn more about feeding Minnesotans in need.
Editorial
February 21

A place for standardized tests

Dartmouth is bringing back the SAT and ACT because going test-optional wasn't working
Editorial
February 20
The high price paid when kids skip school

The high price paid when kids skip school

Minnesota has an absenteeism problem, and the long-term implications are scary.
Editorial
February 19
A flower and a picture are left as a tribute to Russian politician Alexi Navalny near the Russian embassy in London on Sunday.

Navalny's ideals must live on

The dissident's widow, and the West, can continue to press for a Russia without Putinism.
Editorial
February 18
Charter buses arrived at Hennepin County Medical Center carrying dozens of Burnsville police officers, family members and uniformed paramedics on Sund

A day to mourn losses, again, among those who protect and serve

A standoff in Burnsville takes the lives of two police officers and a paramedic.
Editorial
February 17
ICU health care workers at the M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center in Minneapolis.

An integral future for U's medical center

Letter of intent between University of Minnesota, Fairview is a welcome step in U's quest to reacquire its teaching hospital. Vision and recognition of state's role are needed from Gov. Tim Walz and lawmakers.
Editorial
February 16
Cortez Hull, school resource officer (SRO) at Highland Park High School in St. Paul, monitored the hallways as classes let out for the day.

Find a fix to aid cops in schools

Some want school resource officers in their buildings, and the Legislature needs to help.
Editorial
February 15
Adina Togal, now 12, had a serious reaction to allergens in a prescription drug. Legislation has been introduced in Congress that would improve labeli

Add allergen labels to medications

The ADINA Act, which honors a Maple Grove girl, would remedy a vexing oversight. The nation requires food labels to list major allergens, but the same standard doesn't apply to prescription drugs.
Editorial
February 14
How state can help with medical debt

How state can help with medical debt

Minnesotans shouldn't be denied care because of outstanding bills — or have their financial lives ruined.
Editorial
February 13
Kindergarteners and first-graders enjoy the unseasonably warm weather on the playground at the Windom Community School in Minneapolis on Jan. 31.

Minneapolis gets nod as child friendly

U.N. agency recognizes the city's commitment to its youngest citizens.
Editorial
February 12
A public option? In Minn.? Well … maybe?

A public option? In Minn.? Well … maybe?

New report advances the debate in Minnesota over potential health reform, but it doesn't offer a slam-dunk argument for it.
Editorial
February 10
The Minnesota State Capitol, where the Legislature will convene on Feb. 12.

Set modest goals for legislative session

After four years of major policy changes — and big spending — here's hoping for a return to normalcy in even-year work at the State Capitol.
Editorial
February 9
Paramedic Josh Anderson, right, and EMT Ryan Vierzba prepare to depart in their ambulance for a shift in February 2022 at the Allina Health EMS South

Approve registry for end-of-life choices

EMTs need to be able to know what lifesaving measures a patient wants done in an emergency.
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