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Biden says there could be a cease-fire in Gaza by Monday. Talks are still ongoing
Negotiators have been trying to reach a deal on a temporary cease-fire to to move hostages held in Gaza out of the territory. President Biden says he's optimistic the cease-fire could begin in a week.
New University of Minnesota president is University of Michigan research head
Dr. Rebecca Cunningham, vice president for research and innovation at the University of Michigan, was chosen Monday to be the next president of the University of Minnesota system.
St. Paul schools superintendent picked to lead Madison, Wis., schools
Joe Gothard, recently named national superintendent of the year, was one of three finalists for the job in Madison, where he grew up and began his career. He’s expected to start sometime before July 1.
Jessie Diggins and Gus Schumacher win 50th annual ‘Birkie’ cross country ski races
Less than a week after both reaching the podium in a World Cup cross country ski race in Minneapolis, Jessie Diggins and Gus Schumacher won the 50th American Birkebeiner race in northwestern Wisconsin.
Walz calls for more resources to prevent opioid overdose deaths, including Naloxone access
Gov. Tim Walz said he wants to put more resources towards overdose prevention this year. He spoke about the problem at a roundtable discussion Monday with local, state and federal leaders.   
St. Paul teachers set March 11 strike date as contract talks continue
Another mediated session with union and district negotiators is scheduled for Friday. The union represents about 3,700 teachers, educational assistants and school professionals. Union members voted earlier this month to authorize a strike.