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Power Pair: A superintendent and a state senator focused on serving their community

Power Pair: A superintendent and a state senator focused on serving their community

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with her next Power Pair — Laurie and Aric Putnam. She leads the school district in St. Cloud. He’s a Minnesota state senator. Both are deeply rooted in public service. 
by Angela Davis and Nikhil Kumaran

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Frustrated by NIMBYs, states are trying to force cities to build affordable housing

Frustrated by NIMBYs, states are trying to force cities to build affordable housing

Utah’s leaders worry skyrocketing home prices are keeping young people from creating wealth. It’s among a growing number of states — red and blue — passing laws to promote more affordable places.
by Marisa Peñaloza and Jennifer Ludden

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Minneapolis City Council resolution urges Trump administration to stop mass deportations

Minneapolis City Council resolution urges Trump administration to stop mass deportations

The Minneapolis City Council is set to vote Thursday on a resolution that calls on the Trump administration to stop its mass deportation policy and that shows support for immigrant communities concerned about federal enforcement. 
by Sarah Thamer

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Appeals court rules MyPillow's Lindell won't have to pay $5 million 'Prove Mike Wrong' prize

Appeals court rules MyPillow's Lindell won't have to pay $5 million 'Prove Mike Wrong' prize

An arbitration panel and a lower court had ruled a software developer was entitled to a $5 million prize for discrediting 2020 stolen election claims. Now, an appeals court ruled the arbitrators went too far.
by Dana Ferguson

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