Minnesota Now: Nov. 14, 2024
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President-elect Donald Trump is quickly nominating members of his cabinet. Minnesota U.S. Sen. Tina Smith talks about her role in confirming those nominees.
We learn how a father who lost his son in a bike accident is advocating for safer streets in the Twin Cities metro area.
The deadline for Hennepin County jail to reduce their inmate population was Thursday at noon. We have an update on if they complied with that order.
And this chilly weather makes many want to cozy up with a good book. Don’t know where to start? We have some tips.
Plus community leaders are bringing two historic neighborhoods in St. Paul together for what they’re calling “Frondo.” Yep, that's a mix of Frogtown and Rondo.
Our Minnesota Music Minute was “Hello” by Babes in Toyland and our Song of the Day was “Any Colour You Like” by Sugar Lads.
Political control of the Minnesota House comes down to tight races in two counties. Our reporter spent the morning in Shakopee where a recount is happening and she is here with the latest on the close race in District 54A.
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Minnesota United are making a run in the playoffs, with a quest for the MLS Cup. This Sunday they’ll play the LA Galaxy in the conference semifinals. The playoffs weren’t guaranteed for the Loons and they came in as underdogs. But the team has now proven themselves as worthy contenders.
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Public schools across Minnesota are in the process of overhauling their reading curriculum. You may remember in 2023, the state passed the READ Act. It includes requirements that students be taught phonics and requires districts to purchase specific curriculum. At St. Paul Public Schools, the...
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