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March 15, 2021 3:00 PM

As second year of emergency begins, GOP again pushes to limit Walz powers

Even as DFL Gov. Tim Walz relaxes some long-standing COVID-19 restrictions, Republicans in the Legislature sought once again to limit the emergency powers he has used during the COVID-19 pandemic.

by Brian Bakst

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March 15, 2021 5:41 AM

March 15 update on COVID-19 in MN: Vaccination pace flat; Carver Co. worries grow

Active case counts have been rising slowly over the past week, upping the urgency to get people vaccinated quickly. Officials are increasingly concerned about a Carver County outbreak that includes two deaths and the very contagious U.K. strain.

by MPR News Staff

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March 15, 2021 5:21 AM

Chauvin trial: Civil settlement roils criminal case; 9th juror chosen

Derek Chauvin’s attorney told the court Monday he wants his client’s criminal trial postponed following Friday's news of a $27 million civil settlement between Minneapolis and George Floyd’s family. The judge says he'll consider it.

by Riham Feshir, Brandt Williams and Jon Collins

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March 12, 2021 5:15 AM

Chauvin trial: 7th juror seated; Mpls. to pay $27M to settle Floyd family lawsuit

The Minneapolis City Council has unanimously agreed to a $27 million civil settlement with the family of George Floyd. The settlement was announced Friday as jury selection continues in the trial of Derek Chauvin, the former officer charged with murder and manslaughter in Floyd’s death.

by Brandt Williams, Jon Collins and Riham Feshir

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March 12, 2021 4:00 AM

'Normalcy on the horizon': Walz OKs larger gatherings, fans at Twins games

Gov. Tim Walz’s latest pullback will let people gather in larger groups indoors and outdoors, while bars and restaurants will be able to serve at 75 percent capacity. The May fishing opener also looks like a go. “We’re beating this thing,” Walz said Friday.

by Tim Pugmire and Peter Cox

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March 11, 2021 5:18 PM

What we know about how climate change is affecting walleye

It’s the center of many Minnesota traditions, but the prized fish isn’t exempt from the effects of climate change.

by Paul Huttner

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March 11, 2021 4:51 PM

Your questions about the Chauvin trial, answered

Why are potential jurors asked about religion, who can dismiss them and why can the jury hear about Derek Chauvin’s past but not George Floyd’s? We tapped a law professor to answer your questions.

by Tom Crann

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March 11, 2021 2:00 PM

Meaningless legislation? Not to top lawmakers

From legal marijuana to an ID requirement for voters, the Minnesota House and Senate have advanced several proposals this session that appear to have no chance of becoming law. Still, leaders say there are good reasons to debate them.

by Tim Pugmire

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March 11, 2021 5:15 AM

Chauvin trial: Judge reinstates 3rd-degree murder charge; 6th juror chosen

Judge Peter Cahill on Thursday granted prosecutors’ request to restore a third-degree murder charge against the former Minneapolis police officer charged in George Floyd’s death. A sixth person was selected for the jury during morning proceedings.

by Riham Feshir, Jon Collins and Brandt Williams

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March 11, 2021 4:00 AM

Art Hounds: Landscapes from southern Minnesota celebrate light

An artist captures the landscapes of the Driftless Region in southeastern Minnesota, Plus, M.A.C. House Gifted Variety Show puts emerging artists on stage, and a dance film’s world premiere invites audiences to listen well.

by Emily Bright

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