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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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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.
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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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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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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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November proves strong month for Minnesota job market despite slight unemployment uptick

November proves strong month for Minnesota job market despite slight unemployment uptick

Four supersectors gained jobs on a seasonally adjusted basis, led by strong gains in construction. That’s according to new monthly jobs numbers released by the Department of Employment and Economic Development.
by Clay Masters

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Arctic Cat to cease operations at Thief River Falls, St. Cloud plants

Arctic Cat to cease operations at Thief River Falls, St. Cloud plants

The iconic Minnesota maker of snowmobiles and other outdoor vehicles, says it will suspend manufacturing at its facilities in Thief River Falls and St. Cloud next year. A company spokesperson said the actions are difficult but necessary to reduce costs, due to challenging business conditions in the powersports industry.
by MPR News Staff

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Nonprofit solves decades-old mystery, IDs remains found in vacant St. Paul building

Nonprofit solves decades-old mystery, IDs remains found in vacant St. Paul building

The body was found frozen in February 1985 in the former headquarters of the Great Northern Railroad at Wall Street and Kellogg Boulevard. It’s now the Great Northern Lofts. The man, who was believed to have been homeless, died from exposure, possibly weeks or months before he was found.
by MPR News Staff

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After losing VP bid, Walz searches for role in pushing back against Trump

After losing VP bid, Walz searches for role in pushing back against Trump

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz saw his national profile skyrocket when he became Vice President Harris’ running mate. Now, he’s back home figuring out when he will push back or work with Republicans.
by Clay Masters

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