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With ice forming on many Minnesota lakes, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is reminding the public to stay safe when out on the ice.

Several dozen pro-Palestinian demonstrators attended Minnesota’s State Board of Investment meeting on Wednesday to voice support for divestment in Israeli companies.

Minnesota law enforcement is expected to begin using a new method of roadside impairment testing by the start of the new year. For now, the program will be implemented as a pilot.

Natalie Hudson was sworn in as Chief Justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court on Monday, making her the first person of color to be appointed to the position.

Governor Tim Walz and others invited a special guest to the state capitol building ahead of the Thanksgiving Holiday: a turkey.

The campaign will put additional DWI patrols on the road in an effort to minimize incidents at a busy time of year.

Minnesota has a growing food insecurity need. According to Commissioner of Human Services Jodi Harpstead, the state will surpass a total of 7-million food shelf visits by the end of this year, a new state record.

Many Minnesotans on social media seemed slightly confused about the manure-like odor that wafted through the state this week.

The University of Minnesota has announced the creation of a new Cannabis Research Center, dedicated to studying the impacts of the state’s recent legalization law.

The MPCA has proposed several new additions to its list of impaired waterways. The report is released once every two years in compliance with the Clean Water Act.

Specifically, the Northeast and Northwest parts of the state are down 35% and 22%, respectively, from the 5-year mean.

Members of the Minnesota House’s Children and Families Finance and Policy Committee held an informational hearing on Monday to hear from parents, providers, and other experts about the rising costs of childcare.

Hyundai is holding a mobile “Anti-Theft Clinic” in the Twin Cities this weekend, in an effort to cut down on heavily inflated car theft numbers.

The search is on for a new state flag in Minnesota with the release of more than 2,100 public submissions.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced a new $10 Million program to help promote small businesses in the state.

While voter turnout in those local elections can often be smaller than in presidential elections, Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon argues they can be just as impactful.

President Biden is traveling to Minnesota Wednesday to share details of his administration’s “Investing in Rural America” agenda.

Firearm deer season kicks off November 4th for hunters, and as with any other year, the DNR is advising preparation and care when out in the woods.

With the stroke of a pen, Governor Tim Walz opened up thousands of jobs to Minnesotans without a college degree. The Governor signed Executive Order 23-14 on Monday, removing the 4-year degree requirement from 3/4ths of state government jobs.

Thursday, Minnesota state leaders broke ground on a new Emergency Operations Center in the north metro.

Many parts of Minnesota could expect to see their first sub-freezing temperatures as early as next week, and MnDOT says it’s ready to handle the roads when winter conditions begin to appear.

Bats tend to get a bad reputation as scary animals when in reality, she says they do a lot of pest control. Here in Minnesota, the nocturnal creatures feast on mosquitoes and other bugs, keeping their populations low.

On Monday, Governor Walz started a statewide tour to highlight infrastructure projects across the state. The Governor’s first visit was to St. Paul Technical College.

Tuesday Night was a historic one at Target Field as the Twins pulled off something that hadn’t been done in 19 years... a playoff win.

Starting Monday, the state will officially implement 'Drivers Licenses for All', a program that allows licenses regardless of immigration status.

In just a few days, the deadline for the government to reach a budget agreement will arrive, and with little progress on a deal, federal employees are bracing for a full-fledged shutdown.

During hunting season, the Minnesota DNR relies on conservation officers to maintain the rules. Oftentimes, those officers come across a situation where the perceptive nose of a dog can help things immensely.

New COVID-19 boosters have been released to the public, and health experts are already advising people get the shots if they’re able.

MITM set out to quantify how partisan—or nonpartisan—the legislative session really was.

With fall right around the corner, Minnesota continues to face drought conditions across much of the state. Last week, several counties in northeast Minnesota were upgraded to “Exceptional Drought” on the U.S. Drought Monitor.

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona stopped in Minnesota as part of his multi-state “Back to School Bus Tour: Raise the Bar.”

Beginning October 1st, all adult Minnesotans will be allowed to own a driver’s license, regardless of immigration status.

52 companies are under investigation for “offering debt-settlement services to consumers without registering as required by Minnesota law.”

Minnesota Health officials say the state’s COVID-19 cases are on the rise, an increase in line with national trends

Tuesday, the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the first 10 drugs eligible for the new Medicare Drug Price Negotiation program. Part of the Inflation Reduction Act, the program allows Medicare to negotiate lower prices for prescription drugs.

“This new law, and its use of force, which is a very small piece, doesn’t allow them to prone a kid out,” said State Representative Jeff Witte ( R - Lakeville).

Hudson, who’s served on the court since 2015, will be the first Person of Color to serve as Chief Justice in the State of Minnesota.

“In our Minnesota and Dakotas Region right now we have deployed 10 volunteers to help with those relief efforts in Hawaii,” said Sue Thesenga, Communications director for the region.

As with any new industry, though, there are often questions about certain processes, licenses, and regulations surrounding the product.

Minnesota Republicans sent a second letter to DFL state leaders on Tuesday, once again calling for a special session to address concerns over the state’s new cannabis law.

With the new law, Minnesota’s Department of Public Safety is reminding people that operating a vehicle while high is still driving while impaired.

MnDOT raised 4 signs along Highway 5 as they officially dedicated a section of highway near Paisley Park to the late Prince Rogers Nelson.

The second day of Minnesota’s Farmfest was jam-packed with guest appearances from lawmakers, leaders, and commissioners from different parts of the state.

Minnesota officially became the 23rd state to legalize cannabis on Tuesday. While Governor Tim Walz signed the bill in May, the substance became legal to possess on August 1st.

Cannabis becomes legal in Minnesota on Tuesday, August 1st, and while many are excited, experts say it’s important to remember the process will take some time.

20 Minnesota House Republicans penned a letter to legislative leaders and Governor Tim Walz on Friday, urging the state to hold a special session regarding cannabis.

Thursday, Governor Tim Walz (D-MN) continued a statewide tour meant to highlight investments in the workforce, this time stopping by a nursing home training center in Roseville.

While legalization itself was a priority for the DFL entering the 2023 legislative session, the expungement of cannabis-related crimes was right alongside it.

For the fourth month in a row, Minnesota has seen an increase in labor force participation.

Reff is a single mother of two teenagers and a full-time resident of International Falls.