Minnesota Now: Jan. 8, 2025
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The future of the Minneapolis Police Department is taking shape, with new hires and new police reform. We hear from police Chief Brian O’Hara about how a federal agreement and a new class of officers will impact next steps for the department.
Twenty state lawmakers retired or resigned at the end of last year’s Legislative Session. DFL Rep. Gene Pelowski joins us to reflect on his four decades of public service and this year’s bumpy start at the Capitol.
And a new law banning junk fees is now in effect. But members of Minnesota’s restaurant and hospitality industry are calling for reform. We hear about some of their concerns.
Plus, we learn how Visit St. Paul is getting people to explore the city through dumplings.
Our Minnesota Music Minute was “Love is the Law” by the Suburbs, in honor of guitarist Beej Chaney who passed away. Our Song of the Day was “Raindrops” by Jae Havoc.
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