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Stories from December 20, 2024

Judge bars Roseville DFLer from House; warmup ahead for the weekend

In a ruling critical to Minnesota House control, a Democrat elected in November is barred from taking office after a court order in Ramsey County. Also, if you’re a fan of the snow that fell across much of the region this week, make sure to get out and savor it this weekend. Warmer weather is in the forecast for next week.
by Emily Reese

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Power Pair: ‘The Laundry Guy’ and the music critic

Power Pair: ‘The Laundry Guy’ and the music critic

Monday at 9 a.m., MPR News host Angela Davis revisits a conversation with Pioneer Press pop music critic Ross Raihala and his partner Patric Richardson, author of “Laundry Love” and “House Love.”
by Angela Davis, Maja Beckstrom and Nikhil Kumaran

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Unwelcome holiday guests: RSV, flu and COVID-19 on the rise

Unwelcome holiday guests: RSV, flu and COVID-19 on the rise

According to data released Thursday by the Minnesota Department of Health, 47 people were hospitalized due to influenza, 34 were admitted with RSV, and 191 were hospitalized with COVID-19 during the first week in December — all up notably from the previous week. Additionally, COVID-19 levels measured in the state’s wastewater continue to rise.
by Craig Helmstetter

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Frosty winter solstice ahead

Frosty winter solstice ahead

The winter solstice on Saturday will mark the end of our shorter, darker days. Friday will bring bright, arctic sunshine, with a calm weekend ahead. Light snow showers are expected late Sunday into Monday. Temperatures will rise above freezing for the holiday week.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Saturday is the winter solstice. Make the most of the shortest day of the year

Saturday is the winter solstice. Make the most of the shortest day of the year

Saturday marks the shortest day of the year and the official start of winter in the Northern Hemisphere. NPR has compiled plenty of expert tips for celebrating the solstice and weathering winter.
by Rachel Treisman

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Government funding bill clears Congress and heads to President Biden, averting a shutdown

Government funding bill clears Congress and heads to President Biden, averting a shutdown

The Senate has rushed through final passage of a bipartisan plan to fund federal operations and prevent a government shutdown. It now goes to President Joe Biden, who is expected to quickly sign it into law.
by The Associated Press

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Minnesota Frost beat the Ottawa Charge 5-2, Kelly Pannek and Grace Zumwinkle each score 2 goals

Minnesota Frost beat the Ottawa Charge 5-2, Kelly Pannek and Grace Zumwinkle each score 2 goals

Kelly Pannek and Grace Zumwinkle each scored two goals and the Minnesota Frost beat the Ottawa Charge 5-2 on Thursday night. Minnesota (3-0-1-0) had two multi-goal scorers for the second straight game after getting a pair of goals from Britta Curl-Salemme and Michela Cava in a 6-3 win over Toronto on Dec. 7.
by The Associated Press

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Three indicted for alleged Medicaid fraud linked to Twin Cities substance abuse treatment center

Three indicted for alleged Medicaid fraud linked to Twin Cities substance abuse treatment center

The indictment says the women spent taxpayer funds on chartered jets, country club memberships, vehicles and luxury goods after billing Medicaid about $30 million over six years.
by Matt Sepic

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Parts of Minnesota report more than a half-foot of snowfall. Federal grand jury indicts 3 women for fraud

Parts of the state saw up to 7 inches of snowfall Thursday. A federal grand jury has indicted three Minnesota women on charges that they defrauded Medicaid by overbilling for substance abuse treatment services.
by Phil Picardi

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Towns tears up T-wolves in return with 32 points and 20 rebounds in 133-107 romp by Knicks

Towns tears up T-wolves in return with 32 points and 20 rebounds in 133-107 romp by Knicks

Karl-Anthony Towns had 32 points and 20 rebounds in his return to Minnesota in leading the inspired New York Knicks past the Timberwolves 133-107. Mikal Bridges scored 29 points as the Knicks built a lead as big as 36 points in the third quarter and won for the 12th time in 16 games.
by The Associated Press

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Snow emergencies remain in effect for St. Paul, Minneapolis

Snow emergencies remain in effect for St. Paul, Minneapolis

Snowplows were back on the road Friday across much of Minnesota, clearing freeways, streets and sidewalks after Thursday’s winter storm. Snow emergencies remain in effect in Minneapolis, St. Paul and other cities.
by Andrew Krueger

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Towns relishes an enjoyable return to Minnesota, from the roar of the crowd to a blowout win

Towns relishes an enjoyable return to Minnesota, from the roar of the crowd to a blowout win

Karl-Anthony Towns needed some extra time to prepare for playing against the team he always figured he’d be with his whole career. The surreal experience of returning to Minnesota was enjoyable from start to finish for Towns.
by The Associated Press

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Trump’s reelection victory pushes some LGTBQ Minneapolis residents to safety training

Trump’s reelection victory pushes some LGTBQ Minneapolis residents to safety training

For some marginalized communities the second Trump term is fraught with fears over personal safety. In Minneapolis, one organization is helping with de-escalation services and gun training.
by Odette Yousef

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‘Niimiwin’ art exhibit celebrates the powwow tradition

‘Niimiwin’ art exhibit celebrates the powwow tradition

All My Relations Arts will celebrate its current exhibit with live performances and an art market at the Minneapolis American Indian Center. “Niimiwin” is a multimedia art exhibit inspired by powwow and dance.
by Allison Herrera

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Home monitoring helps moms track blood pressure after birth, reducing risks 

Home monitoring helps moms track blood pressure after birth, reducing risks 

High blood pressure disorders affect one in seven patients during pregnancy or after delivery, leading to an increased risk of dangerous complications that can include stroke, heart failure and seizures.
by Erica Zurek

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Edina superintendent picked to head St. Paul schools

Edina superintendent picked to head St. Paul schools

The St. Paul school board Thursday night chose Stacie Stanley to head the state’s second largest district. Board members voted unanimously to offer her the position, describing Stanley as compassionate. Her start date will be announced after winter break.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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Carter takes scalpel to St. Paul budget with line-item veto, approves smaller levy increase

Carter takes scalpel to St. Paul budget with line-item veto, approves smaller levy increase

St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter used his line-item veto power to cut several items from the city’s 2025 budget, but the city council overrode all of the vetoes at a special meeting late Thursday afternoon.
by Matt Sepic

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