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State of Minnesota has $297 million invested in tobacco firms
Two decades ago, Minnesota reached a landmark settlement with the industry and dumped much of its stock. But divestment is complicated.
Politics
Walz's inaugural committee took in big money from corporations, unions
More than $700,000 poured in from unions and corporate donors.
Politics
Burnout threatens the quality of politics nationally and in Minnesota
It's not clear what the solution is.
Politics
Rep. Ilhan Omar's planned visit to Israel causes a stir
At least one Israeli group has petitioned the government to block her visit, according to local reports.
Politics
'Zombie PACs': Franken, Lewis, others spend money after leaving office
Jason Lewis and Erik Paulsen also have zombie PAC balances; law doesn't prohibit their use.
Local
Trump's words deepen rift between black, white evangelicals
Nearly 70% of white evangelicals support the president, according to a recent survey, compared with 12% of black Protestants. Black pastors say they'd like to hear more support from their Christian counterparts.
Trump pick for national intelligence director is withdrawing
President Donald Trump's pick for national intelligence director, Texas Rep. John Ratcliffe, withdrew from consideration Friday after just five days as he faced growing questions about his experience and qualifications.
Politics
New Walz recruit aims to expand college in Minnesota prisons
Daniel Karpowitz comes from Bard Institute, which has been credited with cutting recidivism rates for prisoners.
Politics
Klobuchar qualifies for third, fourth Democratic presidential debates
The Minnesota Democrat says she's hit the fundraising and polling threshold for next round of debates.
Nation
In Mississippi, suit targets Jim Crow-era election rules
Federal lawsuit says blacks are blocked from winning statewide office.
Politics
Minnesotans in Congress get troubling look at U.S.-Mexico border
U.S. Reps. Dean Phillips and Pete Stauber described wretched conditions there after visits.
Trump says he'll put 10% tariffs on remaining China imports
President Donald Trump intensified pressure on China to reach a trade deal by saying he will impose 10% tariffs Sept. 1 on the remaining $300 billion in Chinese imports he hasn't already taxed. The move immediately sent stock prices sinking.
Politics
Minnesota overpaid $25M to two tribes for substance abuse treatment
The overpayments, made over a period of five years, were made to the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe and the White Earth Nation to provide Suboxone, a medication used to treat opioid dependency.
Business
State investments include controversial copper-nickel mining companies
Fund invests in companies behind two controversial mining proposals in Minn.
Politics
Key moments from Wednesday's Democratic presidential debate
His front-runner status made him the target for everyone else Wednesday.
Local
A monumental day: Minnesota's hands-free law goes into effect
Plenty of Minnesotans will need to change their behavior quickly. The "one-touch" cellphone law comes with no grace period and fines that could hit $275.
Politics
AP debate analysis: Big night for young candidates
Ten candidates were on the stage in Detroit, Michigan on Wednesday night, the second straight night of debates for Democratic presidential candidates.
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