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- 1Minnesota project pairs farming with solar power●Minnesota agrivoltaics project shows promise of mixing farming, solar power
A Minnesota agrivoltaics project is showing that crops and solar panels can share the same land. By mounting panels high enough for farm equipment and crops to fit beneath, the project aims to generate renewable energy while keeping farmland in production, offering a possible model for reducing land-use conflicts over the expanding solar industry.
- 2Broccoli Sprout Salmonella Outbreak Grows to 32 Cases▼Broccoli Sprout Salmonella Outbreak Reaches 32 Cases as Minnesota and Oregon Join the List of Affected States
A salmonella outbreak linked to broccoli sprouts has grown to 32 confirmed cases, with Minnesota and Oregon now added to the list of affected states. Health officials are investigating the source as the case count continues to rise across multiple states, raising concerns about the safety of sprouted produce sold to consumers.
- 3Minnesota settles child nutrition fraud claims for $18.5 million●Minnesota reaches $18.5 million settlement with nonprofit over child nutrition fraud claims
Minnesota has agreed to pay an $18.5 million settlement with a nonprofit organization over claims connected to child nutrition program fraud. The agreement resolves allegations tied to misspent federal meal program funds, an issue that has drawn intense scrutiny in the state since widespread pandemic-era feeding program abuses came to light. Details about the nonprofit and remaining defendants were not immediately available.
- 4Minnesota GOP gubernatorial candidate Lisa Demuth opposes Iran war●GOP Gov. Candidate Lisa Demuth comes out against Iran war ‘It’s hurting Minnesotans’
Lisa Demuth, a Republican candidate for governor of Minnesota, has publicly come out against the war with Iran, saying it is hurting Minnesotans. Her comments position her against military escalation at a time when the conflict's economic effects, including fuel and costs, are being felt at home. The statement marks a notable stance for a Republican candidate as the party debates America's role in the conflict.
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American author Louise Erdrich has been awarded the Gish Prize, one of the most substantial honors in the arts, recognizing her distinguished contributions to literature. The Minnesota-based writer, known for novels exploring Native American life, joins a list of past recipients spanning film, music, and the arts. Coverage of the announcement is circulating in US news outlets.
- 6St. Paul man among eight deported to Somalia from Guantanamo Bay▼Man arrested in St. Paul among 8 deported to Somalia from Guantanamo Bay
US immigration authorities have deported eight men to Somalia, including one who had been arrested in St. Paul, Minnesota, after he was held at the Guantanamo Bay detention facility. The case highlights the use of Guantanamo in immigration detention and removal operations, and it is drawing attention to questions about due process for those sent there and the conditions of their transfer.
- 7Allina Health to pay $12.5 million over data breach●Allina to pay $12.5M to settle federal data breach case
Minnesota-based health system Allina Health has agreed to pay $12.5 million to settle a federal case over a data breach. The settlement resolves claims tied to patient information being exposed, marking one of the larger healthcare data security penalties in the region. Discussion centers on hospitals' growing vulnerability to cyberattacks and the rising cost of failing to protect patient records.
- 8Vikings linebacker Ivan Pace questionable for Buccaneers game▼Vikings LB Ivan Pace doesn’t travel with team, is questionable for Bucs game
Minnesota Vikings linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. did not travel with the team ahead of their game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and is listed as questionable to play. His absence would be a blow to Minnesota's linebacker depth, and fans are watching to see whether he joins the team later or sits out the matchup.
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Gunshots were reported near a church in Edina, Minnesota, according to FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul. Details about injuries, suspects or a possible motive have not been confirmed. The incident prompted local attention, with residents awaiting further updates from police on the circumstances and any threat to the community.
- 10Tropics may influence Minnesota weather during El Nino year●Tropics could play role in Minnesota weather, amid El Nino year
Meteorologists in Minnesota are watching the tropics as a possible factor in the state's weather patterns this year. The interest comes amid an El Nino year, which can shift storm tracks and moisture flows across North America. Forecasters note that tropical systems and El Nino conditions together could shape temperature and precipitation trends across the Upper Midwest in the weeks ahead.
- 11Church removes Edina basketball hoops after shooting●Shots fired at Edina basketball court prompts church to remove community hoops
A church in Edina, Minnesota has taken down its community basketball hoops after shots were fired at a nearby court. The decision follows the incident, which prompted safety concerns, and local coverage is drawing attention to how communities and institutions respond to gun violence in public recreational spaces.
- 12First female NYC firefighter exhibits 9/11 art at St. Olaf●1st female NYC firefighter shares 9/11 art at St. Olaf
The first woman to serve as a firefighter in the New York City Fire Department is presenting artwork inspired by the September 11 attacks at St. Olaf College in Minnesota. Her exhibition combines her personal experience of 9/11 with visual art, drawing local attention as part of the college's arts programming.