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Former Minnesota House Rep. Mary Murphy dies. New youth shelter to open in Duluth

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The longest-serving member of the Minnesota House died Wednesday evening. Mary Murphy was 85 years old.

And a new $1.6 million shelter that can serve one dozen young adults aged 18 to 24 is set to open in Duluth next month. Currently there are only two to four beds for young adults in Duluth. 

This is a MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

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Former DFL Rep. Mary Murphy, longest-serving woman in Minnesota House, dies at 85

New shelter to open in Duluth for young adults experiencing homelessness

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