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October 6, 2020 5:37 AM

In western Minnesota water dispute, it's elite hogs vs. rare fen

A proposed hog farm in northwest Minnesota is at the center of a fight over its environmental assessment. At issue is the protection of a rare type of wetland, and complaints that a state agency is violating Minnesota environmental review law.

by Dan Gunderson

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October 6, 2020 5:01 AM

Oct. 6 update on COVID-19 in MN: New cases near 1K again; 4 more deaths

The newest numbers come following five consecutive days when average new cases topped 1,000. The trend line of active COVID-19 cases in Minnesota remains at a record high in the pandemic.

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October 5, 2020 9:30 PM

In western Minn., candidates find common ground in 7th District debate

Democratic incumbent Collin Peterson and Republican challenger Michelle Fischbach generally agreed on many issues — from farm policy to social security, to a strong dislike for the way Gov. Tim Walz has handled the coronavirus pandemic.

by Dan Gunderson

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October 5, 2020 5:15 PM

Minnesota drivers can soon take permit exam at home

Starting this week, would-be Minnesota drivers hoping to get a learner’s permit will be able to take the knowledge test online. The move is aimed at relieving the long lines and six- to eight-week wait times people are experiencing at exam stations across the state during the COVID-19 pandemic.

by Kirsti Marohn

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October 5, 2020 2:30 PM

Teachers, parents, districts at odds over learning scenarios

Most Minnesota students are receiving remote instruction five days a week or are getting a mix of virtual and in-person learning. The lapse in child care support for families means many parents are pushing back and scrambling to figure out their own solutions. This has put them at odds with some educators who say they still don't feel safe returning to school buildings.

by Elizabeth Shockman

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October 5, 2020 1:57 PM

Fairview to shut Bethesda, St. Joseph's hospitals in St. Paul

Fairview Health Services said it lost $163 million in the first six months of this year, and the pandemic has exacerbated its financial challenges.

by Matt Sepic

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October 5, 2020 5:31 AM

Oct. 5 update on COVID-19 in MN: Nearly 1K new cases on strong testing

The newest numbers come after a weekend when Minnesota reported nearly 2,500 more confirmed COVID-19 cases and 21 more deaths.

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October 5, 2020 4:00 AM

Vote on Minnesota Supreme Court seat overshadowed by other races

There’s a relatively quiet campaign underway for the Minnesota Supreme Court. Even though it’s a statewide election, many fewer Minnesotans are expected to vote on it than will vote for president.

by Tim Pugmire

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October 4, 2020 1:50 PM

'He helped hundreds of refugee families start a new life': Minnesota Karen community leader dies from COVID-19 complications

Marner Saw, a leader in Minnesota's Karen community, died Friday from complications of COVID-19. "He helped hundreds of refugee families start a new life in Minnesota and become citizens," the Karen Organization of Minnesota said.

by Emily Bright

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October 4, 2020 11:25 AM

Latest on COVID-19 in MN: Number of new cases, tests remain high in the state

Minnesota reported more than 1,000 new COVID-19 cases for a fourth consecutive day Sunday. But the recent high case numbers are largely driven by high testing volumes, and key metrics such as hospitalizations and the positivity rate have improved in recent days.

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