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The bill would allow teachers to retire at age 62 without their pensions being penalized.

Teachers fight for better pensions in Minn. Legislature

by Jack O'Connor
Published April 24, 2023
Teacher unions are advocating for a bill to lower the retirement age and reduce penalties for early retirement.
The changes come after a settlement between the Minnesota Department of Human Rights (MDHR), MPD and the city of Minneapolis was reached on March 31.

Minneapolis activists react to MPD reforms

by Devlin Epding
Published April 24, 2023
A recent settlement will bring significant changes to the city’s police department after the state Department of Human Rights found evidence of discriminatory practices.
Potter was sentenced for killing 20-year-old Daunte Wright on April 11, 2021, during a traffic stop. Photo from the Minnesota Department of Corrections.

Former Brooklyn Center officer Kim Potter to be released

by Devlin Epding
Published April 21, 2023
Potter received a two-year sentence for killing Daunte Wright in 2021, 16 months of which were to be served in prison.
Walz said his administration ended an “era of gridlock” in Minnesota politics with the legislation passed this year.

Walz boasts accomplishments, blasts Republicans in state address

by Jack O'Connor
Published April 21, 2023
In Gov. Tim Walz’s first State of the State Address for his second term, he boasted new legislation promoting abortion and voting rights and advocated for stronger gun control. Walz also attacked national Republican policies on education and LGBTQ+ rights.
The changes come after a settlement between the Minnesota Department of Human Rights (MDHR), MPD and the city of Minneapolis was reached on March 31.

Activists push for MPD transparency with body camera footage

by Devlin Epding
Published April 11, 2023
Activists have criticized Minneapolis’ updated policies as not holding the Minneapolis Police Department accountable.
The ban would go into effect Aug. 1 if passed.

Minn. proposed flavor tobacco ban faces opposition

by Jack O'Connor
Published April 11, 2023
Menthol cigarettes, flavored vapes and more won’t be sold if a bill in the state Legislature is passed.
The Minnesota State Capitol Building on Saturday, Jan. 28.

Minnesota elections could see ranked-choice voting by 2026

by Jack O'Connor
Published April 5, 2023
If passed, a bill in the Minnesota Legislature would bring federal and state elections under the ranked-choice voting system.
Fayneese S. Miller said at a press conference Monday she was no forced to resign.

Hamline University president to retire

by Minnesota Daily News Staff
Published April 3, 2023
The announcement comes after the university’s decision to dismiss an adjunct instructor turned into a national debate over Islamophobia and academic freedom.
Fairview Riverside Medical Center on February 16, 2023.

Fairview, Sanford Health delay merger, again

by Ainsley Brown
Published April 3, 2023
The two health entities announced they will give a 90-day notice in advance of closing the merger, due to an agreement with the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office.
The changes come after a settlement between the Minnesota Department of Human Rights (MDHR), MPD and the city of Minneapolis was reached on March 31.

Minneapolis City Council approves police reform agreement

by Hanna Van Den Einde
Published March 31, 2023
The agreement comes nearly three years after former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin killed George Floyd.

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