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Minnesota News

MPR News is your go-to source for Minnesota news and stories.

From local stories from your Minnesota neighbors to breaking news updates across the state, we have you covered.

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Relics photo essay: B’nai Abraham synagogue building in Virginia

Relics photo essay: B’nai Abraham synagogue building in Virginia

B’nai Abraham was the last active synagogue on the Range. But as the Jewish population in the area dwindled, it became harder to find enough people for a service. Its doors closed two decades ago and the building fell into disrepair.
by Jennifer Vogel

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Would you be willing to produce a photo ID to vote?

Would you be willing to produce a photo ID to vote?

Minnesotans rejected a proposed constitutional amendment last fall that would have required voters in future elections to produce photo identification before casting a ballot. But, MPR News reporter Tim Pugmire writes that a photo identification requirement to vote in Minnesota could again surface as a newly-formed state task force launches a study of electronic poll…
by Michael Olson

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When is it worth preserving historic or iconic buildings?

When is it worth preserving historic or iconic buildings?

Ground Level from MPR News: It looms in the heart of town, perhaps an old school or a hotel, stone or brick, big and empty. Infrastructure from the past but no longer in demand, it occupies high ground, an architect-designed, iconic building made of solid local materials. It once was a town’s soul. Now it’s…
by Michael Olson

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Relics photo essay: “the Rock” in Sandstone

Relics photo essay: “the Rock” in Sandstone

Maybe it’s the old school that’s been empty on Main Street. Perhaps it’s the vacant creamery building or hotel or former church. Small towns across Minnesota are grappling with what to do with these iconic buildings that no longer serve their original purposes, thanks to population and other changes. The choices between tearing them down Read more →
by Jennifer Vogel

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Contractor removing debris from Mississippi logjam

Contractor removing debris from Mississippi logjam

A contractor worked Friday to remove tree trunks and large branches causing a logjam on the Mississippi River at Raspberry Island in St. Paul. A backhoe supported by a barge picked up the debris and loaded it onto another barge. The work was about halfway complete by midday Friday, said city spokesman Joe Campbell. Many…
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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Missing the Monarch butterfly

Missing the Monarch butterfly

For a range of reasons the Monarch population, scientists say, is at its lowest recorded level in more than decade.
by Dan Olson

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What do you make of the Egyptian coup?

What do you make of the Egyptian coup?

Two overarching themes are emerging from Egypt. The overthrow of the democratically elected leader Mohamed Morsi by the military is a blow to the potential of democracy in the region, but others contend Morsi and the leaders of the Muslim Brotherhood overreached and abused their power. More from the New York Times: From Benghazi to…
by Michael Olson

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Are fireworks displays a good use of local tax dollars?

Fireworks at Battle Creek in St Paul, photo by NVJ via Flickr For the first time since the city began celebrating Independence Day, Red Wing is going without a fireworks display. A committee that raises money to fund the show failed to convince enough businesses and individuals that it was worth lighting up the sky…
by Michael Olson

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Top 10 Independence Day events in Minnesota

Top 10 Independence Day events in Minnesota

Before the fireworks take to the sky, Minnesotans will celebrate Independence Day in a myriad of ways across the state. Statewide: Where to see fireworks in Minnesota MPR News’ Facebook page and the MN Today Twitter feed got a lot of suggestions from folks all over the state. We picked the best and invite you…
by Michael Olson

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