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July 20, 2023 1:40 PM

State Rep. Wolgamott apologizes for DWI arrest

Following an arrest earlier this month for suspected drunk driving, Rep. Dan Wolgamott, DFL-St. Cloud, apologized Thursday and said he “takes full responsibility” for his actions.

by MPR News Staff

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July 20, 2023 10:10 AM

Pipestone carvers preserve revered Native spiritual tradition in Minnesota prairie

Under the tall prairie grass outside this southwestern Minnesota town lies a precious seam of dark red pipestone that, for thousands of years, Native Americans have quarried and carved into pipes essential to prayer and communication with the Creator.

by The Associated Press

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July 20, 2023 4:00 AM

Essentia's new $900M hospital in Duluth features amazing views, thoughtful planning

After three and a half years of construction and two years of concept and design work, Essentia Health in Duluth celebrates the grand opening of its new $900 million hospital Thursday.

by Dan Kraker

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July 19, 2023 4:48 PM

Hearing postponed for Adam Fravel who is charged with killing former partner, Madeline Kingsbury

Adam Fravel’s hearing at Winona County District court, originally scheduled for Thursday, has been postponed until late September. He is charged with killing and hiding his ex-partner’s body in Fillmore County.

by MPR News Staff

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July 19, 2023 4:05 PM

Gunman who shot Fargo officers had 1,800 rounds, multiple guns, grenade in car, officials say

The man who shot Fargo police officers — one fatally — last week had 1,800 rounds, multiple guns and a homemade hand grenade in his vehicle, officials said Wednesday.

by The Associated Press

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July 19, 2023 12:09 PM

Duluth city councilors to introduce ban on smoking marijuana in public parks

Duluth city councilors plan to introduce an ordinance to ban smoking marijuana in public parks and trails and some other public outdoor spaces. The state law that legalizes smoking marijuana on Aug. 1 leaves it up to cities to decide whether to allow it in public places.

by Dan Kraker

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July 19, 2023 4:00 AM

Duluth musician Gaelynn Lea debuts new play, continues work to make stages more accessible

Seven years since winning NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest, Duluth musician Gaelynn Lea has played hundreds of gigs around the world, scored a Broadway play and become an influential advocate for disability awareness.

by Dan Kraker

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July 17, 2023 5:42 PM

Air quality alert in northwestern Minnesota prompted by wildfires

Smoke from Quebec wildfires will move south into the Red River Valley, potentially pushing air quality readings into the orange category.

by MPR News Staff

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July 17, 2023 4:32 PM

What Russia's Black Sea grain blockade could mean for Minnesota

Russia’s decision to pull out of the agreement to let Ukrainian grain shipments pass through the Black Sea could have ripple effects for Minnesota agribusiness firms such as Cargill, farmers and the East African community.

by Emily Bright and Megan Burks