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Citations issued to Red Lake Nation citizen driving through Georgia have been withdrawn
Johnathon Carlson was driving home from a weeklong family vacation in Florida when he was pulled over in Georgia. He was cited for speeding and for “fake plates.” Carlson’s license plates are issued by Red Lake Nation, which are valid on Minnesota roads. Both citations have since been withdrawn.
Minnesota LGBTQ+ advocacy group reacts to Pope Francis’ legacy
A Twin Cities Catholic advocacy group does not see Pope Francis as a “champion” of LGBTQ+ rights, but acknowledges his willingness to lend an ear to the community.
Gov. Tim Walz delivers State of State as gaze goes beyond Minnesota
In a Wednesday night State of the State address to a joint session of the Legislature, Gov. Tim Walz offered a roadmap to crafting a budget that would “bring everyone to the table” and that involves cuts to spending many in his party might flinch at and Republicans would want to take further. 
St. Thomas student who spoke at Easter Sunday in Vatican City remembers Pope Francis
Alex Lenzmeier, class of 2028, was one of a handful of students who gave a reading on Easter in St. Peter's Basilica and was surrounded by his peers when news of the pope’s passing broke Monday morning. He joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to share his experience of being in Italy right now.
Twin Cities nun on Pope Francis' legacy, hopes more women can rise in Catholic Church
Sister Carolyn Puccio joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition Tuesday to reflect on the pope’s accomplishments and shortfalls, and her hopes for his successor.
Lawmakers discuss state oversight of rental housing following MPR News investigation
MPR News found problems tied to inspections and local political pressures that leave low-income renters in potential danger across greater Minnesota. Now, some state lawmakers and lobbyists say change is necessary.