Blaine Islamic school, mosque gets planning commission's OK
The East Blaine Community Center, a nonprofit, plans to transform the former Minnesota School of Business building near I-35W into a private school and religious center; the rezoning request will now go to the Blaine City Council.
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Duluth schools $52M levy fails for second time
"We have some difficult decisions ahead," Superintendent John Magas said.
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Man rescued after getting trapped in grain bin in southwestern Minnesota
Authorities are investigating how the mishap in Balaton, Minn., happened.
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Bail renewed for man charged in Minnesotan's fatal hockey injury in England
Police are citing investigative complexities as their criminal inquiry stretches past six months into the on-ice death last fall of former Hibbing star Adam Johnson, whose neck was slashed by an opponent's skate
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A $10M referendum failed last fall; now Rochester schools are doubling their ask
District officials warn school closures are likely if voters turn down request.
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Kayaker's body found in central Minnesota lake
Shane White went for a late-night paddle Saturday on Nest Lake and never returned. Divers found his body Tuesday morning.
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Medcalf: Marvin Haynes, exonerated in 2005 Minneapolis murder, will speak at book club
Marvin Haynes spent 19 years in prison after a wrongful conviction: "Every time I talk about it, I just get emotional."
Walz signs bill adding religious exemption for gender identity to Human Rights Act
Republicans, religious groups fought to add the exemption in law. Religious groups are already exempt from following the law when it comes to sexual orientation.
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New rideshare company Wridz is hitting the streets in Minneapolis as Uber and Lyft vow exit
Meanwhile, MyWeels, a second company recently licensed by the city, continues to ramp up operations.
Sen. Latz's opposition to federal voucher requirement makes him a target of fellow DFLer
Rep. Mike Howard criticized Sen. Ron Latz by name in stark conference committee moment this week.
Three area girls basketball stars trying out for national U-17 team
Minnetonka's Aaliyah Crump and Lanelle Wright and Providence Academy's Maddyn Greenway were invited to try out for USA Basketball's under-17 national team.
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Fridley woman caught in middle over who should pay after water main break flooded her home
The lesson, Scott Holeman with the Insurance Information Institute says, is homeowners should review their policies and coverage annually.
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Why are flags at half-staff today in Minnesota?
It's the first time Minnesota's new state flag will be at half-staff statewide.
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Former Uptown furniture store becoming a 'boutique' roller rink
The furniture store will be a bricks-and-mortar location for Twin Cities Skaters, which has hosted pop-up events around the metro area.
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Heather Edelson wins Hennepin County Board seat in special election
Edelson, a current state representative, won 54% of the vote to defeat businesswoman Marisa Simonetti.
Lakeville teachers approve contract agreement with district
Eighty-eight percent of teachers voted to ratify the tentative agreement with the district, their union said.
Randolph is back in the game, at Class 1A boys hockey co-op
Mike Randolph, one victory short of Minnesota's record for coaching victories, is taking over at Northern Lakes.
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Developer vows to push forward on Lino Lakes mosque project even if city tries to stop it
Those for and against the proposed Madinah Lakes development spoke during Monday's City Council meeting as the city contemplates a moratorium.
Charges: Twin Cities firefighter was killed in furious crossfire between groups
One of the alleged shooters has been charged, but not in the killing.
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Walker West Music Academy taking over Selby Avenue JazzFest
School's faculty and students also taking on bigger roles as performers.
Running Aces amends lawsuit, now claims tribal casinos violate federal law with illegal video games
The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux say the lawsuit is a desperate stunt to influence legislators in the final days of the 2024 session.
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Minnesota legislation targets health insurers' power to block medical care, medications
House bill would prevent redundant insurance red-tape for treatment of chronic diseases. The fate of prior authorization will be decided in the session's final days.
Hennepin County Board OKs $30K for sweat lodges at Plymouth corrections facility
The lodges will be built at men's and women's facilities for bimonthly ceremonies.
Ellison sues real estate broker, claims he preyed on Muslims and buyers with poor credit
The lawsuit alleges that Chadwick Banken used deceptive trade practices and discriminated against Muslims.
Doors Open Minneapolis offers rare peek inside more than 100 buildings
This year's event, which runs Saturday and Sunday, includes 30 new venues.
Southern Minnesota man pleads guilty for role in Jan. 6 Capitol riot
Paul Orta Jr., from Blue Earth, tossed aside police barricades and rushed toward a line of officers during the effort to prevent Joe Biden from being certified as the next president.
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What to know about the latest COVID variants, Minnesota testing, vaccines
Expert advice on masking, testing, vaccines and boosters is evolving along with coronavirus variants. Here's the latest from Minnesota and the CDC.
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