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Stories from August 19, 2024

Lt. Gov. Flanagan opens Democratic National Convention. Long-serving St. Paul former mayor George Latimer remembered

Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan is set to deliver the first of the welcoming remarks to the Democratic National Convention in Chicago as Gov. Tim Walz prepares to accept the party’s nomination for vice president. Flanagan is one of the co-chairs of the convention. And, Minnesota remembers George Latimer, who served as mayor of St. Paul from the late 70s to 1990. Latimer was 89.
by Jacob Aloi

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Former U.S. Rep George Santos pleads guilty to wire fraud and identity theft in his federal case

Former U.S. Rep George Santos pleads guilty to wire fraud and identity theft in his federal case

Former U.S. Rep. George Santos has pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft in his federal fraud case. The New York Republican entered the plea Monday in a courtroom in Long Island. His trial had been set to start in early September.
by The Associated Press

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Who applied for social equity business licenses in Minnesota, by the numbers

Who applied for social equity business licenses in Minnesota, by the numbers

Hundreds of entrepreneurs, cultivators and retailers are eagerly waiting to find out if they’ll be able to source, grow and sell recreational marijuana in Minnesota by next year.
by Gracie Stockton and Cari Spencer

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A HUGE upheaval: A local improv theater loses two artistic staffers over issues of inclusion

A HUGE upheaval: A local improv theater loses two artistic staffers over issues of inclusion

HUGE Improv Theater in Minneapolis is dealing with internal turmoil and leadership changes after the co-executive and diversity and inclusion director publicly criticized a new show.
by Max Sparber

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Blinken says Israel accepts U.S. proposal to bridge Gaza impasse and urges Hamas to do the same

Blinken says Israel accepts U.S. proposal to bridge Gaza impasse and urges Hamas to do the same

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken says Israel has accepted a proposal to bridge differences holding up a cease-fire and hostage release in Gaza, and he called on Hamas to do the same, without saying whether the latest draft had addressed concerns cited by the militant group.
by The Associated Press

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Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago, with a spotlight on Minnesota

Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago, with a spotlight on Minnesota

Minnesota’s delegation to the Democratic National Convention is trying to share their enthusiasm about Gov. Tim Walz, who is the Democrats’ vice-presidential candidate.
by Cathy Wurzer and Mark Zdechlik

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Quiet and calm to start the week. Sneak peek at State Fair forecast

Quiet and calm to start the week. Sneak peek at State Fair forecast

Pleasant conditions to start the work week with high pressure in control. At or slightly below seasonal temperatures expected this week. Our next chance for spotty thunder and shower activity will be later this week.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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House Republicans release impeachment report on Biden but next steps are uncertain

House Republicans release impeachment report on Biden but next steps are uncertain

House Republicans allege abuse of power and obstruction of justice in son Hunter Biden’s financial dealings. But the investigation stops short of alleging any criminal wrongdoing by the president.
by The Associated Press

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Indigenous leaders, delegates gather at the Democratic National Convention

Indigenous leaders, delegates gather at the Democratic National Convention

The Democratic National Convention is where presumed nominee Vice President Kamala Harris will be formally elected by party delegates, over 100 of them Indigenous and part of the Native American Caucus. The convention starts Monday in Chicago.

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Longtime St. Paul mayor George Latimer dies at 89

Longtime St. Paul mayor George Latimer dies at 89

George Latimer served as mayor of St. Paul from 1976 until 1990, the longest run of anyone in the city’s history. He oversaw St. Paul’s downtown boom, a growth in development amid a changing city. Latimer died on Sunday at age 89 at his residence in St. Paul. 
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Meet barbers who understand their work is about more than just a haircut

Meet barbers who understand their work is about more than just a haircut

On Monday, MPR News host Angela Davis talked with three barbers who understand that going to a barbershop isn’t just about getting a haircut. It’s also about the connection with their community.
by Angela Davis and Nikhil Kumaran

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Trump will campaign across the country this week as he struggles to adjust to Harris

Trump will campaign across the country this week as he struggles to adjust to Harris

As Democrats kick off their convention in Chicago, Donald Trump’s campaign is trying to regain its footing after spending the last several weeks flailing to adjust to the new reality of Kamala Harris at the top of the Democratic ticket.
by The Associated Press

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Ukrainian president says the push into Russia's Kursk region is to create a buffer zone there

Ukrainian president says the push into Russia's Kursk region is to create a buffer zone there

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the daring military incursion into Russia’s Kursk region aims to create a buffer zone. Sunday was the first time the president had clearly stated the aim of the operation that began Aug. 6.
by The Associated Press

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DNC opens in Chicago with Harris-Walz ticket. Hennepin commissioners look to more modest raise

The Democratic National Convention gets underway Monday in Chicago. With Gov. Tim Walz as Kamala Harris' vice presidential candidate, the Minnesota delegation will get preferred seating and a lot more attention than it otherwise would.
by Phil Picardi

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Rangers come back for 6-5 win over Twins in 10 innings

Rangers come back for 6-5 win over Twins in 10 innings

Josh Jung’s infield single and a throwing error gave the Texas Rangers a 6-5 win over the Minnesota Twins in 10 innings on Sunday afternoon after the defending World Series champions trailed 4-0 going to the seventh.
by The Associated Press

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3 more sets of remains tied to the 1921 Tulsa race riots found with gunshot wounds

3 more sets of remains tied to the 1921 Tulsa race riots found with gunshot wounds

The 1921 Tulsa race riots began after a Black man was accused of assaulting a white woman. The case was later dismissed in court, but historians estimate that up to 300 people died during the riots.
by Ayana Archie

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On Cross Lake, loons make the case for protecting Minnesota's wild shores

On Cross Lake, loons make the case for protecting Minnesota's wild shores

Environmental advocates are tapping into Minnesotans’ passion for loons to focus attention on how lake health and natural shorelines are vital for the survival of Minnesota’s beloved state bird.
by Kirsti Marohn

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