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Minnesota would be hard hit by Trump trade war with Canada and Mexico
State exports, especially agriculture products, would likely suffer from retaliatory tariffs.
The Glean: Latest headlines from around Minnesota
U.S. Department of Education investigates the U of M, et al., over reported antisemitism
Plus: Federal agents in the Twin Cities intercept gas engines from China; US Internet’s request to provide services in Highland Park; Project 2025 protest at the Capitol on Wednesday; and more.
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Is it possible to change the gender on your birth certificate in Minnesota if you were born outside the state?
States have varying requirements for amending a birth certificate, along with filing fees.
Almost half of U.S. states haven’t done the bare minimum to cut utility bills
A new report finds 24 states have yet to establish an “energy-efficiency resource standard,” which has been shown to curb demand, lower costs, and reduce emissions.
Nearly 1 million Minnesotans could be going hungry
Organizations that receive federal funding fear what could happen if those dollars are no longer available.
Explaining St. Paul’s newest enforcement tool — administrative citations
The City Council unanimously voted to change the city’s charter to give the council the power to approve non-criminal fines to help enforce ordinances.
How new funds could broaden the network of BIPOC mental health professionals
New state grant is helping the Roots Wellness Center support Black and brown social work interns.
The draining of Glacial Lake Agassiz
Between 17,000 and 21,000 years ago the last North American glacier reached its maximum depth and extent, covering all but the southeast corner of Minnesota.
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Commentary and opinion
The new realities of post-COVID parking at the Minnesota State Capitol
In theory, the complex should be better integrated into the surrounding community, but remote work trends make that more challenging.
Three ways the Trump administration could reinvest in rural America’s future
To revitalize communities’ health and economies, start with health care.
What AI policy changes could mean for Minnesota’s tech future
Deregulation has its benefits, but the removal of federal safety guidelines raises concerns about safety, ethics and public trust.
Rural Minnesotans more likely to have medical debt
Improving rural access to health care is one avenue to reduce medical debt and promote equitable health outcomes for all.