Politics
Ventura says Walz pledged to him quick action on legalizing marijuana
"That was one of many reasons why I endorsed Gov. Walz," the former governor said Friday. "He would legalize cannabis, whereas Republicans are the ones stopping it."
Nation
Masks cut COVID-19 spread in schools, new research finds
In a so-called natural experiment, two school districts in Boston maintained masking after mandates had been lifted in others.
Local
Assaults against staff surge at Minnesota hospitals: 'It seems like it's inevitable'
Federal data show the numbers tripled for hospital workers who missed work to recover from assaults on the job.
Minneapolis
Minneapolis City Council considers law to create safety zone outside abortion clinics
The law would prevent people from obstructing driveways and entrances to the facilities.
Minneapolis
State regulators move to take control of three troubled care homes in Minneapolis
Thousands of dollars were transferred out of resident accounts, state health officials allege.
Variety
Yuen: What's it like to live with Tourette's syndrome? A Minnesota cop explains on TikTok
With his catchphrase "Happy ticcing!" Craig Elgin has built a community where people can find solidarity or better understand the neurological condition.
Local
Clinical care in Minnesota rebounds, but racial disparities remain
Report shows impact of pandemic on clinical care in 2020, but that recovery in 2021 was uniform across racial and ethnic groups in Minnesota.
Business
It's Medicare open enrollment season. Here's what Minnesotans need to know
The annual open enrollment period brings a host of considerations for seniors trying to make the best decision with health insurance options.
Local
As pickleball grows more popular, clinics report more injuries
The safety of the game played by many older athletes should be taken seriously, medical professionals say.
Local
Stranded without care, Minn. man loses limbs because of severe staffing shortage
Thousands of home caregiving jobs are going unfilled, jeopardizing the health of people with disabilities.
St. Paul
Ramsey County substance abuse court celebrates 20 years of sobriety support
Hundreds have gone through St. Paul's drug treatment court, which pairs substance use offenders with partners in the justice system in order to help them stay sober.
Local
COVID indicators nudge up ahead of Minnesota winter
Infection and death rates are stable or falling in Minnesota, but COVID-19 predictive modeling and wastewater sampling show some cause for concern.
Nation
5 tips for dealing with the end of daylight saving time
Here's how to stave off daylight saving fatigue, according to the Farmers' Almanac.
Nation
Why daylight saving time is worse for your body than standard time
Experts say early morning sunlight is key to maintaining our circadian rhythms, sleep-wake cycles and overall health.
Variety
Yuen: A dancer who became paralyzed finds balance between hope and acceptance
In her new movie, first-time filmmaker Kelsey Peterson teaches us about the grace of adaptation.
Health
Strong RSV vaccine data lifts hopes
New research shows vaccinating pregnant women helped protect their newborns from the common but scary respiratory virus called RSV that fills hospitals with wheezing babies each fall.
Nation
A surge of overseas abortion pills blunted the effects of state abortion bans
Overall, abortion in the United States declined about 2% in the first two full months after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.
Business
Allina opens new heart surgery center in Edina
The facility for less-complicated heart procedures continues a partnership to develop free-standing surgery centers with a division of Minnetonka-based UnitedHealth Group.
Local
Community leaders discuss ways to bridge the racial hunger divide in Minnesota
Second Harvest saw its hungriest summer ever this year with rising food costs, supply chain issues and wages that haven't kept up with inflation.
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