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August 1, 2024 1:25 PM

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz coy on VP vetting, says attention is surreal

Days ahead of an expected announcement on Kamala Harris’ running mate, Tim Walz declined to say if he is being considered for the post. Reports indicate he’s on a short list of candidates still in the running.

by Dana Ferguson

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August 1, 2024 4:30 AM

Why the U.S. government is spending $7 billion on solar for low-income homes

Solar energy can reduce climate pollution and electric bills. The U.S. government will soon start giving out $7 billion in grants for solar programs for low-income homes, like this program with nonprofit GRID Alternatives.

by Julia Simon

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August 1, 2024 4:00 AM

Space Tower is ready for State Fair after tech problems closed the ride last year

The 330-foot-tall structure was unceremoniously closed down four days into the Great Minnesota Get-Together, leaving visitors with one less ride option.

by Regina Medina

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August 1, 2024 4:00 AM

State’s 1st legal cannabis dispensary celebrates anniversary, seeks new ways to reach customers

Last August, Red Lake Nation opened NativeCare, a seed-to-sale cannabis operation. The state’s first cannabis dispensary has hired new leadership and will embark on a campaign to educate customers about the benefits of cannabis.

by Melissa Olson

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August 1, 2024 4:00 AM

We’ve been here before: With Walz maneuvering, there’s another Minnesotan in the VP mix

Gov. Tim Walz is on the short list for likely Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris as she chooses a running mate. Walz is just the latest Minnesota politician to get a hard look for the No. 2 job.

by Mark Zdechlik

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July 31, 2024 5:52 PM

Minneapolis collaborates with state, federal agencies to target violent crime

The weeklong effort focuses on people police say are responsible for disproportionate amounts of violence in the city, where two people were injured in shootings over the weekend and one was killed. They’re also prioritizing the seizure of illegal guns.

by Cari Spencer

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July 31, 2024 3:19 PM

The Aliveness Project to get nearly $2 million fund transfer from Rainbow Health to close HIV care gap

The Aliveness Project, a Minneapolis-based HIV support provider, will expand its services after the abrupt closure of Rainbow Health.

by Cathy Wurzer, Estelle Timar-Wilcox, Anna Haecherl and Alanna Elder

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July 31, 2024 2:55 PM

Owner of Lutsen Lodge removed from managing another North Shore resort

The owner of the landmark Lutsen Lodge that burned down earlier this year has been temporarily removed from the operations of another major North Shore resort.

by Dan Kraker and MPR News Staff

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July 31, 2024 2:47 PM

Kaylee McKeown still rules the Olympic backstroke, beating Minnesotan Regan Smith in women’s 100 meters

At the turn Tuesday night, it was Smith in the lead with McKeown right on her heels. By the time they reached the other end of the pool, it was the Aussie lunging there first.

by The Associated Press