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Education funding bill would pay for training on literacy programs
State money could fund overtime, subs while teachers learn how to use new phonics-centric reading curriculum.
GOP endorses Tad Jude for congressional seat Dean Phillips is leaving
Longtime Republican legislator, county commissioner and judge won after three rounds of voting.
Frustrated Minnesota teachers seek probe of pension fund
A two-tier pension system has been a growing concern for teachers, some of whom hope scrutiny of management fees will turn up extra money.
With upper level closed, Twins fans say early-season games feel more fun
Sparse April games led the Twins to close the upper levels to keep the lower areas full.
Hubert H. Humphrey statue could be going to U.S. Capitol
The statue of the late vice president and senator would replace one of Henry Mower Rice, a key figure in Minnesota statehood who was also involved in relocating Indigenous people to reservations.
After a bumper crop of new sales taxes approved in 2023, legislators look at limits
Legislators could rein in what kinds of projects can be paid for with sales taxes in the future.
Edina could see its first zoning update in 50 years
The city is working with a consultant to review city zoning codes and better incorporate modern development, such as mixed-use apartment buildings.
Minnesota lawmakers aim to protect rideshare drivers hurt on the job — but pay remains unresolved
DFL legislators remain optimistic about the possibility of a law this year to prevent Uber and Lyft from leaving on July 1.
New protections for Minnesota renters moving forward in Legislature
Though the most ambitious affordable-housing construction policies fell short this session, legislators are looking to create new rights for tenants and new rules for landlords.
Robbinsdale Area school board can't agree on a new superintendent, will restart search
Board members were unable to agree on which candidates should move forward after interviews.