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Dec. 1 update on COVID-19 in MN: 'Light at the end of the tunnel' as pandemic rages

Dec. 1 update on COVID-19 in MN: 'Light at the end of the tunnel' as pandemic rages

Even as they brace for another wave of COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths, state public health authorities are laying the groundwork to distribute vaccines as soon as they’re available. On Tuesday, they sketched out their plan.
by MPR News Staff

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Minnesota short-term budget picture brightens; long-term deficit remains

Minnesota short-term budget picture brightens; long-term deficit remains

The improved outlook — a $641 million surplus through June instead of a shortfall four times as big that was projected back in May — could lead to a quicker deal on a relief package for businesses and workers coping with fallout from COVID-19 and related restrictions.
by Brian Bakst

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Most MN students buckle up for another stretch of distance learning

Most MN students buckle up for another stretch of distance learning

With COVID-19 cases, deaths and hospitalizations on the rise, nearly 60 percent of Minnesota K-12 students are currently in distance learning — more than double the rate from early October. The switch is again heaping pressures on students, families and educators.
by Elizabeth Shockman and David H. Montgomery

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ChangeMakers: Terri Yellowhammer, bringing representation to the bench

ChangeMakers: Terri Yellowhammer, bringing representation to the bench

Fourth District Court Judge Terri Yellowhammer, 57, wants increased visibility for Native Americans. Her vision for the future is to see more Native Americans positions of leadership so her community can have the services they need. 
by Evan Frost

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Nov. 30 update on COVID-19 in MN: Walz expects no-gather guidance for Christmas

Nov. 30 update on COVID-19 in MN: Walz expects no-gather guidance for Christmas

Gov. Tim Walz said Monday he’ll likely call on Minnesotans not to travel or gather for Christmas, as he did for Thanksgiving. Authorities are bracing for a jump in cases, hospitalizations and deaths in coming weeks originating from Thanksgiving celebrations.
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Nov. 29 update on COVID-19 in MN: 57 more deaths; test positivity rate trending downward

Nov. 29 update on COVID-19 in MN: 57 more deaths; test positivity rate trending downward

Minnesota health officials on Sunday reported 57 more COVID-19 deaths in the state. That's along with nearly 9,000 more cases, from a single-day record number of test results.
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Police officer, two others wounded by gunfire in Albert Lea; suspect arrested after standoff

Police officer, two others wounded by gunfire in Albert Lea; suspect arrested after standoff

Three people, including a police officer, were wounded by gunfire in Albert Lea early Sunday, prompting several SWAT teams from around the region to respond. A 21-year-old male suspect was arrested after an hours-long standoff.
by Hannah Yang and Andrew Krueger

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Minneapolis council members want significant cut in police budget

Minneapolis council members want significant cut in police budget

Three Minneapolis city council members want to shift millions of dollars from the police department to alternative public safety programs. The mayor has “significant concerns” about the proposal.
by Dan Gunderson

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