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Legislation would create temporary licenses for cannabis businesses in Minnesota

Legislation would create temporary licenses for cannabis businesses in Minnesota

Minnesota’s Office of Cannabis Management is proposing changes to the state’s marijuana law, including one that would allow the issuance of a set number of temporary licenses.
by Cathy Wurzer, Alanna Elder and Cari Spencer

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Minnesota may open some of the first government-run cannabis dispensaries in the U.S.

Minnesota may open some of the first government-run cannabis dispensaries in the U.S.

Cook County and the cities of Osseo and St. Joseph are weighing whether to open and operate cannabis dispensaries. If they do, they could define a new model for the country.
by Nicole Ki

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New ambulance telemedicine devices save time — and lives

New ambulance telemedicine devices save time — and lives

Some ambulances in southwest Minnesota can now connect virtually to specialist physicians during emergency calls. Ambulance crews say vital time saved by consulting with doctors as they treat injured patients can save lives.
by Hannah Yang

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The FDA issues an alert for 6 brands of cinnamon due to possibly containing lead

The FDA issues an alert for 6 brands of cinnamon due to possibly containing lead

The brands of cinnamon are typically sold at discount retailers, such as Save a Lot, Family Dollar and Dollar Tree. The alert follows the recalls of 3 brands of cinnamon-flavored applesauce pouches.
by Ayana Archie

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Meet the public health researchers trying to rein in America's gun violence crisis

Meet the public health researchers trying to rein in America's gun violence crisis

After the 1996 Dickey Amendment halted federal spending on gun violence research, a small group of academics pressed on, with little money or support. Now a new generation is taking up the charge.
by Christine Spolar

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Around 1,000 nursing home workers strike for higher pay, better working conditions

Around 1,000 nursing home workers strike for higher pay, better working conditions

The Service Employees International Union says about 1,000 nurses and employees from a dozen nursing home facilities in the state went on a one-day, Unfair Labor Practice strike Tuesday.
by Sarah Thamer

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More Minnesotans are aging alone. Here’s how we can address their biggest challenges

More Minnesotans are aging alone. Here’s how we can address their biggest challenges

Retirees make up a significant portion of Minnesota’s population, and yet many are finding themselves without support as they enter their later years. Add in the fact that one in six Baby Boomers never had kids, and that leaves many without support as they age.
by Cathy Wurzer and CJ Younger

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