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Wait, why are Minnesota lawmakers now talking about a government shutdown?

The motivation behind two bills debated this week at the Legislature is the same: to have some funding for programs if the state government ever shuts down again.

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How badly did this weekend’s blizzard slam Twin Cities businesses?

By Greta Kaul | 04/17/18

As the snow piled up Saturday, many Twin Cities businesses made the decision to close early.

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2018 Campaign Finance Dashboard

By Tom Nehil, Sam Brodey and Briana Bierschbach | 04/17/18

See the latest fundraising totals for governor, U.S. Senate and U.S. House.

Community Sketchbook

Wilhelmina Holder: 'This is why I have a passion now to help Liberia'

By Jim Walsh | 04/17/18

Wilhelmina Holder left war-torn Liberia to become a University of Minnesota scholar, a mother to four U graduates, and an advocate for women, girls, immigrants, and refugees. For her next act, she wants to go back to Africa to help the country that assassinated her father.

Artscape

New festival, 5 premieres in SPCO's next season; 'Dr. Seuss’s The Lorax' to open at CTC

By Pamela Espeland | 04/17/18

ALSO: An Evening with author Lesley Nneka Arimah; Quartetto Testosterone at Mindekirken; opening reception for a new Craig Blacklock exhibit at Mill City Museum; and more.

Arts & Culture

Minnesota Orchestra names new president and CEO

By Pamela Espeland | 04/17/18

Michelle Miller Burns will arrive in August and will officially join the orchestra on Sept. 1; her initial contract is for five years.

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MinnPost Picks: on Russia, lacrosse, and the least viral video of all time

By MinnPost staff | 04/17/18

Our weekly roundup of great stories from around the web, as recommended by MinnPost staff and contributing journalists.

Community Voices

Trump is wrong on tariffs

By John Phelan | 04/17/18

Trade restrictions are a zero sum game, making some better off at the expense of others.

The Glean

Prosecutors to announce results of investigation into Prince's death

By Brian Lambert | 05:23 am

Plus: Leah Phifer won't run in 8th District DFL primary; Sheriff says video shows suspect in Minnesota murder at Florida hotel; battle over taxes begins at Capitol; new 'Bachelorette' Becca is back, sorta; and more.

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Politics & Policy Heedless parking in a dockless world: How Minneapolis is looking to sidestep problems with next gen bike-sharing By Peter Callaghan \| 04/18/18	Education Bill exposes one more untraceable stream of education funding, raises equity concerns By Erin Hinrichs \| 04/18/18
Artscape Transitions afoot at Cowles Center, Composers Forum By Pamela Espeland \| 04/18/18	Community Voices In tribute: Barbara Bush’s telling moment with me By Chuck Slocum \| 04/18/18
Inside MinnPost Council Member Ellison joins Rep. Ellison for MinnRoast 2018 number By MinnPost staff \| 04/18/18	Community Voices Rhetoric of violence is not helpful when discussing immigration policy By Kristi Rendahl \| 04/18/18
Second Opinion Regular exercise offers older adults best prevention against falls and fractures, experts say By Susan Perry \| 04/18/18	Politics & Policy Technology developed for Super Bowl LII has created an expansive new capability for police surveillance By Peter Callaghan \| 04/17/18

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Wait, why are Minnesota lawmakers now talking about a government shutdown?

Heedless parking in a dockless world: How Minneapolis is looking to sidestep problems with next gen bike-sharing

Bill exposes one more untraceable stream of education funding, raises equity concerns

Transitions afoot at Cowles Center, Composers Forum

In tribute: Barbara Bush’s telling moment with me

Council Member Ellison joins Rep. Ellison for MinnRoast 2018 number

Rhetoric of violence is not helpful when discussing immigration policy

Regular exercise offers older adults best prevention against falls and fractures, experts say

Technology developed for Super Bowl LII has created an expansive new capability for police surveillance

How badly did this weekend’s blizzard slam Twin Cities businesses?

2018 Campaign Finance Dashboard

Wilhelmina Holder: 'This is why I have a passion now to help Liberia'

New festival, 5 premieres in SPCO's next season; 'Dr. Seuss’s The Lorax' to open at CTC

Minnesota Orchestra names new president and CEO

MinnPost Picks: on Russia, lacrosse, and the least viral video of all time

Trump is wrong on tariffs

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Prosecutors to announce results of investigation into Prince's death

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