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Minnesota News

MPR News is your go-to source for Minnesota news and stories.

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More than two dozen train cars derail in Albert Lea

A Union Pacific Railroad spokesperson said two of the derailed cars were leaking hydrochloric acid. After initially issuing a shelter-in-place order for nearby residents, authorities later said there was no danger to the public.
by MPR News Staff

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Teen seriously hurt in fall at Minneapolis industrial site

Teen seriously hurt in fall at Minneapolis industrial site

Fire officials say the teen fell five stories while inside the Fruen Mill, west of downtown Minneapolis. Over the years at least one person has died and others have been injured in falls while trespassing at the site.
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May 16 update on COVID-19 in MN: Vaccination pace remains near lowest point since February

May 16 update on COVID-19 in MN: Vaccination pace remains near lowest point since February

The average number of new COVID-19 cases in Minnesota each day is at the lowest level seen in more than two months. But the pace of COVID vaccinations in Minnesota also remains stuck near its lowest point in more than two months.
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Free offices with a view: 4 lighthouses, courtesy of feds

Free offices with a view: 4 lighthouses, courtesy of feds

The General Services Administration says the U.S. Coast Guard has decided it no longer needs four picturesque lighthouses — including one in Duluth — and it's inviting certain types of organizations to take them over at no cost.
by The Associated Press

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May 13 update on COVID-19: More than half of adults fully vaccinated

May 13 update on COVID-19: More than half of adults fully vaccinated

Thursday’s COVID-19 report shows Minnesota’s passed an important milestone in its fight against the pandemic: More than half the state’s 16-and-older residents have all their vaccine shots. The effort to get the rest vaccinated, however, is turning out to be a challenge.
by MPR News Staff

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Twin Cities girls of color need a place to thrive. Here come the Radical Monarchs

Twin Cities girls of color need a place to thrive. Here come the Radical Monarchs

The Radical Monarchs — a Girl Scouts alternative focused on social justice — will launch a troop this summer in the Twin Cities. Its mission: help girls and girl-identified youth of color ages 8 to 11 navigate their experiences and conversations about race, gender and class. 
by Kathryn Styer Martinez

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