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‘A patchwork of prohibition’: Cities, counties find ways to block cannabis businesses

‘A patchwork of prohibition’: Cities, counties find ways to block cannabis businesses

Cities like Silver Bay have adopted ordinances that prohibit cannabis businesses, even though it’s against state law. But small business owners don’t have the money or time to take them to court.
by Nicole Ki

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Overdose deaths disproportionately impact older Black men. Few programs in Minnesota exist to support them

Overdose deaths disproportionately impact older Black men. Few programs in Minnesota exist to support them

Synthetic opioids such as fentanyl have accelerated overdoses for Black men ages 55 to 74 who have suffered disproportionately for decades. One Ramsey County nonprofit is working to fill the gap.
by Ngoc Bui

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Newly appointed Office of Cannabis Management director says state has issued 13 microbusiness licenses

Newly appointed Office of Cannabis Management director says state has issued 13 microbusiness licenses

Gov. Tim Walz named Eric Taubel to the role on Thursday. Taubel has been serving as interim director of the Office of Cannabis Management since January.
by Nina Moini and Alanna Elder

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County commissioners voted 6-1 to retake control of Hennepin County Medical Center

County commissioners voted 6-1 to retake control of Hennepin County Medical Center

The Hennepin County Board of Commissioners voted Tuesday to take over management of Hennepin County Medical Center, as the hospital faces a budget shortfall. 
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox and Jon Collins

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