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AP: Republicans see Minnesota fraud scandal as a chance to go on offense in a blue state

On Tuesday, former sportscaster Michele Tafoya won the Senate nomination, and state House speaker Lisa Demuth secured the primary for governor. Both candidates defeated rivals seen as too extreme for ...

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You’re being followed

Steve Sack's cartoons, like this one on Flock cameras, appear on MinnPost each Thursday. The post You’re being followed appeared first on MinnPost....

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What is 7-OH kratom — and why are healthcare providers worried about a possible ban?

A University of Minnesota nurse practitioner says banning products without a plan for addicted users could have unintended consequences. The post What is 7-OH kratom — and why are healthcare providers...

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Should 11.3% appear too small, be thankful I don’t take it all

Your daily news roundup starts … NOW. Mayor Jacob Frey delivered his proposed budget of $2.3 million on Wednesday, and the big news is an 11.3% property tax increase. The […] The post Should 11.3% app...

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How Peggy Flanagan won a chance to succeed Sen. Tina Smith

A progressive movement fueled by anger at Trump, reaction to Operation Metro Surge and other factors propelled Flanagan's primary win over Angie Craig. The post How Peggy Flanagan won a chance to succ...

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Peggy Flanagan could make history for Native American women in November. She’s not the only one.

This story on Peggy Flanagan was originally reported by Mel Leonor Barclay of The 19th. Meet Mel and read more of their reporting on gender, politics and policy. Lt. Gov. […] The post Peggy Flanagan c...

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Minnesota’s PFAS law risks cutting off patients from needed medical devices

Precision is critical when policymakers and regulators consider PFAS in medical devices and can directly influence whether patients trust and continue using recommended devices. The post Minnesota’s P...

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Wake up Maggie, I think I’ve got to cancel my State Fair show

Plus: Right to Repair heads to ballot; DOJ observers kept out of polling places; Vintage Music Co. for sale; and more in your news roundup. The post Wake up Maggie, I think I’ve got to cancel my State...

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‘A clear choice for voters’: Hennepin County Attorney field narrows to Frazier, Folk

The results set up a November contest that will likely serve as a referendum on the progressive policies of Mary Moriarty. The post ‘A clear choice for voters’: Hennepin County Attorney field narrows ...

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After hard-fought primaries, it’s Peggy Flanagan vs. Michele Tafoya for U.S. Senate

Angie Craig vows to support Flanagan in the race against GOP Senate candidate Michele Tafoya. The post After hard-fought primaries, it’s Peggy Flanagan vs. Michele Tafoya for U.S. Senate appeared firs...

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AP: Lisa Demuth wins Republican nomination for governor in Minnesota

WASHINGTON (AP) — Lisa Demuth wins Republican nomination for governor in Minnesota. Catch up on our recent reporting on Lisa Demuth: The post AP: Lisa Demuth wins Republican nomination for governor in...

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Matt Little prevails in the 2nd District, expanding progressive wins in Democratic primaries

The lawyer ran as a progressive, besting flight attendant Kaela Berg and Mayo Clinic physician Matt Klein. The post Matt Little prevails in the 2nd District, expanding progressive wins in Democratic p...

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AP: Michele Tafoya wins Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Minnesota

WASHINGTON (AP) — Michele Tafoya wins Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Minnesota. The post AP: Michele Tafoya wins Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Minnesota appeared first on MinnPost...

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Amy Klobuchar wins Democratic nomination for governor in Minnesota

WASHINGTON (AP) — Amy Klobuchar wins Democratic nomination for governor in Minnesota. This story will be updated. The post Amy Klobuchar wins Democratic nomination for governor in Minnesota appeared f...

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What to expect from MinnPost on primary election night

Our plans for bringing you unique, insightful reporting this evening. The post What to expect from MinnPost on primary election night appeared first on MinnPost....

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Finally, a real debate on government and the economy

Thanks to the candidacies of Democratic Socialists, America is seeing more fundamental differences between the two major political parties. The post Finally, a real debate on government and the econom...

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New bathroom stalls are priority No. 1, perhaps No. 2

Plus: Customized ballots; undercover ICE agent at Omar event; financial assistance drying up for students; and more in your news roundup. The post New bathroom stalls are priority No. 1, perhaps No. 2...

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Minnesota election experts: SAVE America Act would disrupt voting to fix ‘a problem that doesn’t exist’

Academic reviews of recent elections have found illegal voting to be extraordinarily rare and often unintentional when it does occur. The post Minnesota election experts: SAVE America Act would disrup...

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