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July 3, 2024 11:07 AM

When and where to watch fireworks this holiday weekend across Minnesota

The soggy start to July has put a damper on some Independence Day celebrations and activities, but fireworks will happen as planned in many cities and towns across the state. Here’s a list of events set to light up the sky.

by Madelyn Bonkoski

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July 3, 2024 4:00 AM

Go with the flow: Minnesota towns see success replacing aging dams with rock rapids

In about 75 Minnesota locations, old dams have been removed and replaced with staircase-like rapids designed to allow the river to flow more freely and to avoid costly dam repairs — or worse, a collapse.

by Kirsti Marohn

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July 2, 2024 3:45 PM

Can you fix it? Yes, you can. Minnesota’s Right to Repair bill is now in effect.

The new law requires manufacturers of consumer electronics and other goods to provide replacement parts, tools and instructions so items can be repaired in order to reduce waste and costs.

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July 2, 2024 3:35 PM

Rain and flooding dim Fourth of July spark for businesses, events

Flooding and rainy weather have led to canceled and rescheduled fireworks displays, park closures and financial stress for businesses that rely on a busy Fourth of July.

by Cari Spencer

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July 2, 2024 3:27 PM

Shelter closures make homelessness in greater Minnesota more precarious

People experiencing homelessness in greater Minnesota are more likely to be in what’s called “precarious shelter” and are also more likely to have higher rates of serious health issues.

by Tom Crann and Ngoc Bui

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July 2, 2024 11:45 AM

How will Minneapolis respond to homelessness after SCOTUS says sleeping outside can be a crime?

In Minnesota’s largest city, public camping is illegal — but it doesn’t come with criminal consequences. Enrique Velázquez, Minneapolis director of regulatory services who oversees the city’s response to homeless encampments, says that is not likely to change.

by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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July 2, 2024 10:38 AM

Parole denied for Indigenous activist Leonard Peltier, who has spent most of his life in prison

by The Associated Press

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July 2, 2024 4:00 AM

In Ely, an experiment to improve political conversations has come with ups and downs

The community of Ely has lots of issues dividing people there. So late last year, residents embarked on an experiment to have more productive conversations about contentious issues. Today, two participants say they’ve started doing things differently in their own lives to reduce polarization.

by Catharine Richert

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July 1, 2024 8:35 PM

Twin Cities celebrity chef Justin Sutherland charged with threatening to shoot girlfriend

Prosecutors allege Sutherland choked his girlfriend and smashed her phone before pointing a gun at her. Sutherland’s attorney said the criminal complaint against his client is “riddled with false truths.”

by MPR News Staff