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Minnesota News and Info Tracker
"Minnesota News and Info Tracker" offers a concise daily update on the latest news and events across the state of Minnesota. Whether it's breaking news, weather updates, or community stories, our podcast keeps you informed and connected with the pulse of Minnesota.
"Minnesota News and Info Tracker" offers a concise daily update on the latest news and events across the state of Minnesota. Whether it's breaking news, weather updates, or community stories, our podcast keeps you informed and connected with the pulse of Minnesota.
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Minnesota faces significant economic and political challenges as it enters a pivotal legislative session. According to the Minnesota News Network, Governor Tim Walz released his 2026 infrastructure plan proposing 907 million dollars in investments focused on public safety, clean water, transportation, and housing. The plan would be funded through 700 million dollars in general obligation bonds and 207 million dollars from other sources. Major projects include a 61 million dollar expansion at Rush City Correctional Facility and 47 million dollars for the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension's Bemidji office and lab.However, Senate Capital Investment Committee Chair Senator Sandy Pappas expressed concern that the proposal falls short of infrastructure needs. According to Pappas, the state received 6.5 billion dollars in infrastructure requests from agencies and local governments, making the governor's bonding package insufficient to address critical statewide infrastructure demands.The state faces a troubling budget outlook heading into the legislative session. Minnesota Management and Budget released forecasts showing a 2.465 billion dollar surplus for the current biennium but an almost 3 billion dollar budget deficit projected for the next biennium. Republican leaders attribute this to overspending and inadequate fraud oversight, while Governor Walz credits the deficit to national economic trends and recent federal policy changes.Beyond budgetary concerns, Minnesota is grappling with the economic fallout from intensive federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations. According to the North Star Policy Institute, immigrant-owned businesses along key corridors in Minneapolis and Saint Paul experienced devastating impacts, with roughly 80 percent of businesses closing in a single week and many reporting sales declines of 50 to 100 percent. Businesses in Rochester, St. Cloud, and other Greater Minnesota communities also reported significant disruptions due to staffing shortages and fear related to ICE enforcement activities.Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison responded by filing suit against the federal government, describing the ICE deployment as a federal invasion. According to Democracy Now, the state and cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul are seeking to halt the surge of federal immigration agents.On the legislative front, multiple candidates announced campaigns for Minnesota Senate seats. According to the Minnesota News Network, Sam Rosemark, an ISD 622 school board member, is running for Senate District 44, while small business owner Jamael Lundy announced his candidacy for District 65, emphasizing protections for immigrant communities and police accountability.The state legislature will reconvene in mid-February to address these mounting pressures, from infrastructure investment to economic recovery and budgetary constraints. Lawmakers will need bipartisan cooperation to advance any significant initiatives given Minnesota's narrowly divided legislature.Thank you for tuning in. Be sure to subscribe for continued updates on Minnesota's developing stories. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out quietplease.ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
In Minnesota, tensions are high over a surge in federal ICE activity, sparking protests, lawsuits, and community backlash. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, alongside Minneapolis and Saint Paul, sued the federal government, calling the deployment of thousands of armed agents a federal invasion that has sown chaos across the Twin Cities, according to Democracy Now reports. Protests turned volatile with agents firing tear gas and pepper spray, while one resident recounted vile treatment during an arrest, including taunts referencing the fatal January 7 shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent. Minnesota News Network details how Republican gubernatorial candidate Chris Madel is representing the uncharged agent, Jonathan Ross. Faith leaders are urging an economic blackout on January 23, dubbed A Day of Truth and Freedom, with a march planned in downtown Minneapolis.Politically, House Republicans drafted impeachment articles against Governor Tim Walz over alleged nine billion dollars in taxpayer fraud, demanding accountability, as FOX 9 reports, though passage requires a House majority ahead of the February 17 legislative session start. The 2026 session returns to status quo on local sales taxes for city projects like infrastructure, after a failed moratorium reform, per the League of Minnesota Cities magazine. Fiscal debates loom, with DFL leaders citing strong budgeting amid deficit projections tied to federal changes.Economically, Hibbing Taconite announced 45 more Iron Range layoffs effective February 1, atop last years 600, prompting calls for new ventures like helium mining, Minnesota News Network states, as lawmakers extended unemployment benefits. Positively, Ecolab seeks up to ten million dollars in state funding for an 82,200-square-foot Eagan RD expansion, Finance and Commerce reports, while healthcare and tech jobs project eight to fifteen percent growth through 2032 per DEED projections. The Federal Reserves Beige Book notes slight employment dips but modest consumer spending gains. North Mankato approved 27 million dollars in bonds for a new public works campus, and Richfield rezoned for a learning center aiding autistic students.Public safety saw two Coon Rapids brothers sentenced to life for a triple murder, and Duluth added its first armored rescue vehicle. A cabin fire engulfed Meads Island on Lake Vermilion, with no injuries reported. No major recent weather events.Looking Ahead, watch the January 28 DEED hearing on Ecolab funding, January 27 Richfield zoning finale, and February 17 legislative kickoff amid ICE lawsuits and Walz impeachment talks.Thank you for tuning in, listeners. Please subscribe for more. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Minnesota faces significant challenges this week as state and local leaders escalate their response to a major federal immigration enforcement surge. The state of Minnesota, along with the cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul, filed a lawsuit Monday against the Department of Homeland Security to halt what Attorney General Keith Ellison described as a federal invasion of the Twin Cities[1]. The lawsuit alleges that DHS is violating constitutional protections including First Amendment rights by targeting a progressive state that welcomes immigrants[1].The enforcement operation has already made more than 2,000 arrests since December, with Homeland Security pledging to deploy more than 2,000 immigration officers into Minnesota in what Immigration and Customs Enforcement calls its largest enforcement operation ever[1]. The human cost became tragically evident when an ICE officer shot and killed Renee Good, a 37-year-old mother of three, on January 7th while she was in her vehicle[1]. The Trump administration has defended the agent's actions, but video evidence has led Governor Tim Walz and other officials to dispute that explanation[1].The enforcement surge has created widespread disruption across the Twin Cities. Minneapolis Police reported more than 3,000 hours of overtime between January 7 and 9 alone, with estimated overtime costs exceeding 2 million dollars for just four days[1]. Customer-facing businesses in Minneapolis are experiencing revenue declines of 50 to 80 percent as customers avoid patronizing establishments due to fear of DHS violence[1]. Schools throughout the region have been forced into lockdowns and closures, while dozens of protests and vigils have erupted across the country honoring Good and criticizing the Trump administration's tactics[1]. Hundreds of students even walked out of Roosevelt High School in Minneapolis on Monday[1].On the economic front, Minnesota continues to show employment strength. According to the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, the state's employment market is projected to remain strong through 2026, with healthcare and technology sectors leading growth[11]. Healthcare support and practitioner roles are expected to increase by 8 to 11 percent, while computer and mathematical occupations are forecasted to grow by 15 percent[11].The political landscape is shifting as Governor Tim Walz announced he will not seek a third term, shaking up the 2026 gubernatorial race[10]. The Minnesota Senate will hold elections on November 3, 2026, with primary elections scheduled for August 11[2].Looking ahead, tensions in Minnesota show no signs of easing as litigation over federal immigration enforcement continues, while the state's job market and economic development projects remain active drivers of growth in the coming months.Thank you for tuning in and please subscribe. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out quietplease dot ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Minnesota listeners are watching several major stories unfold this week. Democracy Now reports that protests continue in Minneapolis after federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents fatally shot 37-year-old Renee Good, a mother of three and U.S. citizen, during an encounter near a school, sparking outrage and renewed scrutiny of federal immigration actions in the state. According to Democracy Now, Governor Tim Walz and local officials are criticizing the FBI for blocking state investigators from the case and urging immigration agents to stay away from schools in Minneapolis. CTV News adds that tensions have led to clashes between protesters and law enforcement outside a federal immigration building as federal agents deploy pepper spray. In state politics, Ewald at the Capitol reports that Governor Tim Walz has announced he will not seek a third term, reshaping the 2026 gubernatorial landscape and intensifying attention on both parties’ emerging candidates. The same outlet notes that several new Minnesota laws took effect with the new year, including a statewide paid family and medical leave program funded by a payroll tax, updated workplace standards for rest and meal breaks, and tighter rules on election procedures such as enhanced ID requirements for online absentee ballot applications. Wikipedia notes that all 67 Minnesota Senate seats will be on the ballot in November 2026, with the chamber currently narrowly controlled by the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party, raising the stakes for the coming legislative session. On the economic front, Finance & Commerce reports that Xcel Energy CEO Bob Frenzel is promoting a wave of new data centers in Minnesota as a net positive, arguing that large tech and colocation projects can support job growth and even help lower electricity costs by spreading infrastructure expenses over more customers. The staffing firm THE RIGHT STAFF, citing Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development projections, says statewide employment is expected to grow steadily through 2026, with particular strength in healthcare, technology, and construction as population aging and infrastructure investment drive demand. Community and infrastructure investment remain active themes. Government Market News reports that North Mankato has approved up to 27 million dollars in bonding through its Port Authority for a new consolidated public works campus expected to serve the city for the next 50 years, with potential geothermal and solar features. Finance & Commerce notes that the University of Minnesota is seeking design teams for a 126 million dollar campus center and library on its St. Paul campus, part of a broader 284 million dollar capital request that includes major asset preservation and dental school modernization. In Moorhead, the local school district reports that Phase 2 of the new Moorhead High School is advancing, with the Fine Arts music wing now open and the auditorium and black box theater slated for completion this summer. Looking ahead, Ewald at the Capitol highlights that the 2026 legislative session will open soon, with major higher education funding decisions, implementation of new labor and election laws, and continued debate over public safety and federal immigration actions all on the agenda, while economic analysts expect Minnesota’s job market to remain tight in high-skill sectors. Thank you for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Minnesota is navigating a pivotal moment, with politics, policy, and community life all shifting at once. According to Ewald at the Capitol, Governor Tim Walz has announced he will not seek a third term, reshaping the 2026 gubernatorial race as prominent Democrats such as U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar consider runs and several Republicans, including House Speaker Lisa Demuth and former nominee Scott Jensen, are already in the field.[Ewald at the Capitol] The outlet reports Walz says he wants to focus his remaining time on tackling fraud in state programs rather than campaigning.[Ewald at the Capitol]Policy changes are also taking hold. Boreal News reports that new Minnesota laws effective January 1 strengthen workplace standards, including clearer requirements for rest and meal breaks, enhanced protections against workers’ compensation and insurance fraud, and updates to election procedures such as tighter ID rules for online absentee ballot applications.[Boreal News] Ewald at the Capitol adds that a new paid family and medical leave program will roll out, funded by a payroll tax and offering up to 20 weeks of benefits per year in certain circumstances.[Ewald at the Capitol]On the local level, Government Market News reports that North Mankato has approved up to 27 million dollars in bonding for a new public works campus on Timm Road, a 22‑acre site that will consolidate city operations and potentially feature geothermal and solar energy, with construction targeted to begin in 2026.[Government Market News]Higher education infrastructure is also in motion. Finance & Commerce reports the University of Minnesota is seeking designers for a 126 million dollar campus center and library project on its St. Paul campus, part of a 284 million dollar capital request to the Legislature that also includes funds for asset preservation and dental school facilities.[Finance & Commerce]Economically, Minnesota’s job market is expected to remain stable. The Right Staff, citing the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, reports statewide employment is projected to grow 4.6 percent between 2022 and 2032, with strong demand in health care, technology, and construction driven by demographic change and infrastructure investment.[The Right Staff]Communities are still processing recent trauma. MPR News reports that Minnesotans are searching for healing and accountability after a fatal ICE-involved shooting in Minneapolis, an incident that has sparked protests and renewed debate over immigration enforcement and public safety.[MPR News] The City of Minneapolis has urged protests to remain peaceful while warning that property damage or violence will lead to arrests.[City of Minneapolis]Looking ahead, Ewald at the Capitol notes the 2026 legislative session is set to open later this month, with the university’s capital request, continued implementation of new labor and leave laws, and the unfolding governor’s race all poised to dominate the agenda.[Ewald at the Capitol] Major infrastructure projects in Cook County and elsewhere are scheduled to bid or break ground this year, and communities will watch closely how state and federal decisions affect health care, rural investment, and public safety.[Boreal News][Government Market News]Thank you for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Minnesota is grappling with intense debate over public safety and federal authority after an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent fatally shot a woman during a confrontation with protesters in Minneapolis. The Department of Homeland Security says the agent fired “defensive shots” after the woman allegedly tried to use her vehicle as a weapon, while Governor Tim Walz has condemned what he calls “dangerous, sensationalized operations” and ordered the Minnesota National Guard to prepare for possible deployment, urging peaceful protests, according to Minnesota News Network and ABC News. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has also issued a statement on the shooting, underscoring state concerns about federal conduct in local communities, the Attorney General’s Office reports.As the new year begins, listeners are seeing significant policy changes. FOX 9 reports that Minnesota’s new Paid Family and Medical Leave law is now in effect, eventually providing most workers with up to 20 weeks of paid leave for personal medical needs or family caregiving. FOX 9 also notes the statewide minimum wage has increased to 11 dollars and 41 cents an hour, with higher local rates in Minneapolis and St. Paul, and new protections are in place to help courts stop financial exploitation of vulnerable adults. Changes in election law now require additional ID information for absentee ballots, FOX 9 reports.The 2026 state legislative session is scheduled to run from February 17 to May 18, according to MultiState’s legislative calendar, positioning lawmakers to fine-tune these policies and debate new economic and public safety measures.On the economic front, Minnesota’s construction and technology sectors are poised for growth. Finance & Commerce reports that large data centers, airport expansions, and mixed-use redevelopments in the Twin Cities are expected to lead construction activity in 2026. In Maple Grove, CCX Media reports city leaders anticipate more growth in the med-tech sector, with Boston Scientific on track to employ more than 7,000 people locally as expansions continue.Community and infrastructure investments are visible across the state. The Marshall Independent reports that a 25.7 million dollar reconstruction of College Drive in Marshall will continue this year, alongside drainage upgrades, trail projects, and park improvements including new facilities at Legion Field. In the classroom, the Star Tribune reports that St. Paul Public Schools will collect about 37 million dollars in new taxes but still face a projected 15 million dollar shortfall for 2026–27, even as the district pours money into capital projects and facility upgrades to make schools more inviting.Looking Ahead, listeners should watch how investigations and protests evolve after the ICE shooting, how the new paid leave and wage laws affect workers and employers, and how the upcoming legislative session shapes Minnesota’s budget, education funding, and public safety policies.Thank you for tuning in, and remember to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Governor Tim Walz announced on January 5 that he will not seek reelection in 2026, citing the need to focus on state issues amid fraud scandals like Feeding Our Future, according to WCCO-CBS Minnesota and his official statement. Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan praised his service but confirmed her U.S. Senate bid, while Republicans criticized his oversight. The Trump administration has surged 2000 ICE agents to the Twin Cities for immigration enforcement, sparking protests, WCCO reports. A Wolverton man faces third-degree murder charges in a New Years Day shooting, per Minnesota News Network.New laws effective January 1 strengthen vulnerable adult protections, combat workers compensation fraud, raise watercraft fees for conservation, and repeal shotgun-only deer hunting zones in southern Minnesota, as detailed by the Minnesota House of Representatives and MPR News. St. Paul Public Schools faces a 15 million dollar shortfall for 2026-27 despite 37 million in new taxes, driven by capital projects like HVAC upgrades, the Star Tribune notes.Construction booms with data centers leading optimism, per Finance and Commerce surveys, alongside airport expansions at MSP, mixed-use sites like Highland Bridge and The Heights, and University of Minnesota's 126 million St. Paul campus center seeking designs for 2027 groundbreaking. Industrial markets expect strength in the Twin Cities.No major weather events reported recently.Looking Ahead: The legislature convenes February 17 to May 18, eyeing U of M funding and open governor race contenders. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey's inauguration and Northstar Line changes unfold soon, with child care compliance checks ramping up.Thank you for tuning in, listeners. Please subscribe for more.This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
In Minnesota, recent headlines capture a mix of triumphs and challenges as the new year unfolds. Former state Representative Kaohly Vang Her has been sworn in as St. Pauls 47th mayor, the citys first female and first Hmong-American leader, pledging to streamline business permitting and boost local investment, according to the Minnesota News Network. Tragically, authorities identified 43-year-old Sara Barber as the driver killed in a Coon Rapids car-versus-train crash on New Years Day, with BNSF Railway confirming active safety signals at the crossing. A state appeals judge, Renee Worke, received probation and a fine after pleading guilty to DWI in Owatonna, where her blood alcohol level was twice the legal limit. Meanwhile, the Department of Children, Youth and Families reports 55 ongoing fraud probes in the Child Care Assistance Program, emphasizing safeguards for families serving 23,000 children monthly.On the political front, new laws effective January 1 reshape daily life. Online absentee ballot requests now require both a drivers license or state ID and the last four digits of a Social Security number, per the Minnesota House of Representatives summary. The Paid Family and Medical Leave program launches with nearly 12,000 applications already filed, as reported by DEED, while MinnesotaCare excludes undocumented adults over 18. Workers gain mandated 30-minute meal breaks after six hours, and deer hunters statewide can now use any legal firearms, ending southern shotgun restrictions. Construction booms signals economic optimism, with data centers like the proposed $2.5 billion to $5 billion Monticello Tech project poised to create hundreds of jobs, leading the outlook from Finance & Commerce surveys. Airport expansions at Minneapolis-St. Paul International and mixed-use sites like Highland Bridge and Blaines 105th Avenue redevelopment promise infrastructure gains and housing.Education faces strains, as Anoka-Hennepin teachers mediation drags on amid strike threats over pay and healthcare, while St. Paul Public Schools grapples with a $15 million shortfall despite $37 million in new taxes, per the Star Tribune. No major weather events have disrupted the state recently.Looking Ahead, watch for potential Anoka-Hennepin educator strikes as early as next Thursday, groundbreaking at the Minnesota Innovation Exchange, and Blatnik Bridge construction launch. Legislative calendars remain quiet for now.Thank you for tuning in, listeners. Please subscribe for more. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Minnesota enters 2026 with significant legislative changes taking effect today alongside mounting scrutiny over fraud in state programs. New employment protections, election security measures, and environmental regulations are now in place, even as federal investigators intensify their focus on billions in potentially fraudulent Medicaid spending.Several major laws went into effect on January 1st according to the Minnesota House of Representatives. Workers now have access to a paid leave program for those caring for newborns or aging parents. Employers must also provide at least a 30-minute meal break for every six consecutive hours worked, replacing the previous standard of "sufficient time to eat." Election security has been strengthened with new requirements that people requesting absentee ballots online must provide both a Minnesota driver's license or state ID number and the last four digits of their Social Security Number.On the environmental front, watercraft surcharge fees have increased to fund invasive species control, with costs now ranging from 14 to 62 dollars depending on boat size and use. Additionally, the state has repealed its shotgun zone restrictions, allowing hunters throughout Minnesota to use all legal firearms for deer hunting, though counties may still impose local restrictions if they choose.A new law effective today aims to protect vulnerable adults from financial exploitation by allowing courts to intervene immediately when someone faces imminent danger or financial abuse. Relief may include prohibiting contact with suspected exploiters and freezing assets.The fraud investigation continues to dominate Minnesota's political landscape. According to Fox Baltimore, the FBI has dismantled a 250 million dollar fraud scheme involving federal food aid meant for vulnerable children during the pandemic, resulting in 78 indictments and 57 convictions. Federal prosecutors indicate this represents only the beginning of a much larger investigation. A First Assistant U.S. Attorney announced that 14 high-risk Medicaid programs have cost 18 billion dollars since 2018, with suspicions that more than half involved fraudulent claims.Meanwhile, Minnesota's construction sector completed several major projects in 2025. The Minneapolis-St. Paul airport finished a 600 million dollar, decade-long transformation involving 20 distinct projects that expanded the terminal and upgraded security systems. Metro Transit completed three bus rapid transit lines totaling over 600 million dollars in investment, while Boston Scientific opened a 188 million dollar research facility in Maple Grove expected to create 177 jobs.Looking ahead, the U.S. House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform will hold hearings on Minnesota's fraud situation in early January, with Governor Tim Walz invited to testify at a February hearing. These investigations may significantly impact the state's political landscape as Walz pursues reelection.Thank you for tuning in to this Minnesota news summary. Please subscribe for more state updates. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
A recent snowstorm battered southern Minnesota, triggering hundreds of crashes on slippery roads Monday, with Fox9 reporting 186 property damage incidents, 16 injury crashes, and 148 vehicles off the road by mid-morning, following blizzard warnings and Interstate 35 closures. Amid these top headlines, state government faces tensions, as Minnesota Senate Republicans called for Governor Tim Walz's resignation over fraud concerns in high-risk Medicaid programs, prompting added reviews to 14 programs that may delay payments but safeguard benefits, according to MPR News. Meanwhile, interim legislative activity persists post-May's session end, with workforce grants announced by Governor Walz and DEED totaling 8.8 million dollars for training in high-demand industries.In business and economy news, major construction milestones defined 2025, Finance & Commerce highlights including Boston Scientific's 188 million dollar, 400,000-square-foot campus in Maple Grove poised to add 177 high-paying jobs, alongside Metro Transit's three new bus rapid transit lines like the Gold Line enhancing Twin Cities connectivity. University of Minnesota's 144.7 million dollar Fraser Hall renovation now supports modern active learning labs. Yet challenges loom, with construction firms grappling workforce shortages from retirements and skill gaps, per industry reports.Community developments shine in education and infrastructure, as Woodbury City Council approved a new Math and Science Academy campus for up to 1,525 students, construction starting April 2025, while Woodbury High School advances secure entry remodels. Public safety ties into Medicaid fraud scrutiny, and employment sees SBA freezing some federal small business funding over irregularities, KSTP notes, despite 936 million dollars delivered this year.Looking Ahead, eyes turn to the 2026 legislative session resuming post-Eid and Easter breaks, potential worker benefit expansions, and ongoing infrastructure like 180 road and bridge projects from federal investments, as Senator Klobuchar outlines priorities.Thank you for tuning in, listeners—please subscribe for more. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
In Minnesota, recent headlines highlight public safety challenges, including a 17-year-old arrested in a deadly north Minneapolis shooting where a man died from multiple gunshot wounds after an argument escalated, according to Minnesota News Network. The BCA identified a man and officers in a St. Paul use-of-force incident involving a stolen vehicle chase, and a Minneapolis man received over 11 years for a fatal Glenwood overdose. Attorney General Keith Ellison joined 20 states suing over federal limits on gender-affirming care for youth, challenging HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.s declaration as unsafe.State finances show a $2.47 billion surplus for the 2026-27 biennium per the November Budget and Economic Forecast, boosted by income taxes, though a $2.96 billion deficit looms for 2028-29 due to rising health costs and slower growth, warns House DFL Leader Zack Stephenson. Nearly 100 mayors urged lawmakers and Governor Tim Walz to address fiscal policies eroding an $18 billion surplus, citing fraud, unfunded mandates straining cities, and slipping economic rankings, as reported by Fox News.Economically, construction remains strong with over half a billion dollars in 2025 public and private projects and record building permits in areas like Fargo-Moorhead, while the Associated General Contractors survey predicts a positive 2026 outlook tempered by labor shortages and rising costs, though technology adoption offers promise. Education efforts include Robbinsdale Areas Reimagine Rdale Vision 2030, advancing financial stabilization and facility plans through 2030 after a September board approval, and DHS mini-grants prioritizing rural schools for mental health services.No major recent weather events stand out amid steady winter conditions.Looking Ahead, watch for paid family leave launching January 1, 2026, legislative committee deadlines in the new year, and K-12 construction growth like East Ridge High Schools STEM expansions.Thank you for tuning in, listeners. Please subscribe for more. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
In Minnesota, 98 mayors from across the state have signed a letter to Governor Tim Walz and lawmakers, warning that state fiscal policies are shifting costs onto cities, straining local budgets and residents, according to Fox News and KAALTV reports. This comes amid a federal probe by the House Oversight Committee into alleged widespread fraud in state social services programs under Walz's administration, with Chairman James Comer expanding the investigation to include potential cover-ups and whistleblower retaliation. The state legislature remains adjourned until February 17, 2026, per the official legislative calendar, leaving local governments to navigate these pressures.On the business front, the construction sector shows a positive yet cautious outlook for 2026, with job growth outpacing the economy but challenged by labor shortages and rising costs, as noted by Associated General Contractors of Minnesota in an MPR News survey of over 170 firms. Wellness developer Bathhouse plans a massive 45,000-square-foot facility in Minneapolis North Loop by 2027, featuring pools, saunas, and a heated rooftop, Finance & Commerce reports. Meanwhile, the new Minnesota Climate Infrastructure Finance Agency is funding green projects like solar and battery storage at Minneapolis schools for emergency resilience hubs and energy-efficient workforce housing in Sandstone.Education highlights include Westonka Public Schools topping state math and reading assessments in 2025, earning top district rankings from SchoolDigger and U.S. News, with ongoing high school renovations set for January openings. Mankato Area Public Schools approved a $1.18 million daycare project at Eagle Lake Elementary to address community child care needs.No major recent weather events have disrupted the state.Looking Ahead, watch for the Minnesota Paid Leave Law taking effect January 1, 2026, floor sessions resuming February 17, and continued construction momentum amid workforce hurdles.Thank you for tuning in, listeners. Please subscribe for more updates. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Minnesota listeners are waking up to a mix of sobering revelations and cautious optimism. The Associated Press reports that federal prosecutors now believe as much as half of roughly 18 billion dollars in federal funds sent since 2018 to 14 Minnesota-run programs may have been stolen through fraud, including Medicaid and nutrition aid, with U.S. Attorney Andrew Luger saying losses could exceed 9 billion dollars in Medicaid services alone, according to the AP and EP Local News. This widening scandal is putting intense pressure on state leaders to tighten oversight and overhaul safeguards.At the Capitol, the Minnesota Legislature is in its 2025–2026 biennium but is adjourned until mid-February, with the next House floor session scheduled for February 17, 2026, according to the Minnesota State Legislature calendar. Lawmakers are using the interim for commission and working group meetings on taxes, seclusion practices in schools, broadband, insurance, and federal impacts on Minnesotans, laying the groundwork for policy debates once they return.Public safety and gun policy remain active issues. Representative Emma Greenman reports in a December update that new legislation will track the cost of gun violence and boost funding to educate Minnesotans about safe firearm storage and the state’s extreme risk protection order law, measures DFL lawmakers say are key to violence prevention.Economically, the picture is mixed but generally stable. Minnesota Public Radio reports that a survey of more than 170 construction businesses by the Associated General Contractors of Minnesota finds the outlook for 2026 still positive but less robust than last year, with workforce shortages and rising labor costs the top challenges. The Department of Employment and Economic Development notes ongoing business expansion grants statewide, signaling continued investment even as inflation and talent gaps persist.Community-level initiatives are also shaping daily life. The City of Eagle Lake and Mankato Area Public Schools report that the MAPS board has approved a new day care project at Eagle Lake Elementary, fulfilling a promise from a 2023 bond referendum to expand child care access. Fresh Energy highlights that the Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority is financing innovative clean energy and resilience projects, from energy-efficient workforce housing in Sandstone to resilience hubs in Minneapolis schools.On infrastructure and connectivity, the state’s Office of Broadband Development reports it has submitted its final proposal and BEAD grant request, advancing plans to use federal Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment funding to extend high-speed internet across Minnesota.Weather-wise, WCCO reports a recent icy winter storm forced multiple school closures and delays, underscoring the seasonal hazards that Minnesotans know well.Looking Ahead: Listeners can expect continued fallout and potential reforms from the fraud investigations, a busy 2026 legislative session on budget and oversight, ongoing broadband build-out, and new clean energy and child care projects moving from plans to reality.Thank you for tuning in, and remember to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Minnesota listeners are watching a state in motion this week, as leaders grapple with public safety, economic shifts, and long-term investments in communities and infrastructure.According to the Office of Governor Tim Walz, the governor has just issued two executive orders aimed at reducing gun violence, directing state agencies to coordinate data, bolster enforcement against illegal firearms, and expand community-based violence prevention efforts, building on recent legislative action on background checks and red flag laws. Governor Walz’s office notes these orders come amid growing frustration over legislative inaction ahead of the next session and make him the first Minnesota governor to take this specific executive approach to gun violence. According to the Minnesota Legislature’s combined calendar, lawmakers are holding December hearings on fraud prevention, cybersecurity, seclusion practices in schools, and the budget office’s oversight, as committees quietly lay the groundwork for the 2026 portion of the 2025–26 session.On the economic front, the Minnesota Management and Budget November forecast, summarized by the City of Maplewood, describes the state’s outlook as stable, with a projected surplus of roughly 2.5 billion dollars this biennium, driven by higher revenues but tempered by rising spending. The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis reports that regional businesses, including many in Minnesota, are facing higher input costs, trade-related uncertainty, and signs of slower growth, with some large construction firms planning layoffs due to stalled projects. The Minnesota Chamber of Commerce highlights that manufacturing remains a key pillar of the state’s economy but faces a looming workforce crunch, with more than 200,000 production job openings expected between 2022 and 2032, driven largely by retirements.Local governments are advancing visible projects that listeners will notice on the ground. Finance and Commerce reports that Minneapolis is seeking developer proposals for the first phase of redeveloping the former Kmart site at Nicollet and Lake, with plans for hundreds of new housing units, ground-floor retail, nonprofit space, and the long-awaited reopening of Nicollet Avenue through the corridor. In Washington County, officials have approved a 2026–2030 capital improvement plan totaling nearly 494 million dollars across more than 100 projects, including transportation, parks, and public safety investments. Minnesota Department of Transportation updates show major road and bridge work scheduled into 2026, particularly in southeast Minnesota and the west metro.Education and community infrastructure are also in focus. South Washington County Schools report steady progress on long-planned construction at multiple high schools and middle schools, including new storm shelters, roofing, and expanded learning spaces funded by voter-approved bonds. In Greater Minnesota, Mankato Area Public Schools and the City of Eagle Lake say they are moving ahead with a 1.18 million dollar renovation at Eagle Lake Elementary to add dedicated child care suites, a project designed to address ongoing child care shortages while coming in well under its original bond budget.Looking ahead, listeners can expect heated debate at the Capitol over local government aid, paid family and medical leave implementation, and how to deploy the state surplus; continued discussion of transit expansions like the proposed METRO Bronze Line in Ramsey County; and high-profile redevelopment decisions in Minneapolis and suburbs like Maplewood as cities try to balance housing, tax base growth, and neighborhood concerns.Thank you for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Minnesota listeners are watching a state balancing major policy shifts, economic investment, and winter weather disruptions as the year winds down.According to FOX 9, several significant Minnesota laws take effect January 1, 2026, including a new Paid Family and Medical Leave program offering up to 20 weeks of paid benefits, stricter absentee ballot ID requirements, and changes to hunting rules as the long-standing shotgun-only zone in parts of southern Minnesota is repealed, leaving counties to decide any local limits. FOX 9 notes employers will also face updated break requirements, mandating at least a 30-minute meal break for every six consecutive hours worked. At the Capitol, the Minnesota Legislature continues interim work ahead of the 2026 session, with joint working groups such as the Electricity as Vehicle Fuel Working Group meeting to shape future transportation and energy policy, according to the official Minnesota Legislature calendar. Representative Jamie Long reports in a recent legislative update that the latest state budget and economic forecast from Minnesota Management and Budget shows continued stability but flags long-term structural pressures that lawmakers will need to address in the coming session.In business and the broader economy, Finance & Commerce reports that St. Paul-based North Wind has closed on land at UMore Park in Rosemount for a 1 billion dollar Minnesota Aerospace Complex, billed as one of the nation’s most advanced ground testing centers and backed in part by a Minnesota Forward Fund appropriation from the Legislature. Clean Energy Economy Minnesota highlights that the state added nearly 1,700 clean energy jobs last year, with clean energy employment growing about twice as fast as the overall economy, though upcoming federal policy changes could slow that momentum.Community infrastructure and education projects remain a visible sign of investment. Spaces4Learning reports that Highland Park Middle School in St. Paul has completed a 23.5 million dollar addition and remodel, expanding connections to the adjacent high school and upgrading cafeterias, gyms, and special education spaces. South Washington County Schools also detail ongoing construction at multiple high schools and middle schools funded by voter-approved bonds, reflecting local support for long-term facility upgrades.Weather is again front and center. Minnesota Public Radio News reports that a recent winter storm brought heavy snow and howling winds, forcing dozens of school districts to dismiss classes early and significantly worsening travel conditions across much of the state.Looking ahead, listeners can expect continued debate over implementation of the new paid leave and election laws, legislative positioning before the 2026 session, early site work on the Rosemount aerospace complex, and more winter storm systems that could test infrastructure and emergency preparedness statewide.Thank you for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Minnesota's 2025 legislative session has kicked off amid high drama and tight budgets. The House faces a constitutional crisis after Democrats boycotted the opening day, disputing quorum rules, leading Republicans to elect Rep. Lisa Demuth as speaker; Democrats plan a Supreme Court challenge, according to MPR News. In the Senate, a temporary 33-33 tie prompted a power-sharing deal with DFL Sen. Bobby Joe Champion and GOP Sen. Jeremy Miller as co-presidents. Lawmakers must craft a balanced budget by June 1, but Minnesota Management and Budget's November forecast shows a $616 million surplus for FY26-27, down $1.1 billion from prior estimates due to surging health and education costs, with a $5.1 billion deficit looming by FY28.On the economic front, construction faces headwinds from uncertainty and competition, with the Minneapolis Fed reporting slight activity declines and firms struggling amid delays and high costs. Yet development persists: Endeavor Development gained approval for a final 76,000-square-foot office-industrial building at Maple Grove's Arbor Lakes Business Park, Finance & Commerce reports. Gov. Tim Walz appointed former judge Tim O'Malley as Director of Program Integrity to combat fraud in public programs, a move praised by Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy.Community projects shine in education, with St. Paul's Highland Park Middle School completing a $23.5 million addition and remodel, adding links to its high school and upgraded spaces via bonds and levies. South Washington County Schools report steady progress on bond-funded work at high schools and middles, including roofing and framing. ICE disclosed 19 arrests in a stepped-up Minnesota enforcement push, amid White House-Democrat debates.No major recent weather events disrupt the state.Looking Ahead: Watch the House quorum lawsuit resolution, the Minneapolis special election to tip the Senate, and February committee hearings as budget talks intensify amid a forecast deficit.Thank you for tuning in, listeners—subscribe for more. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Minnesotans are digging out from a potent early-winter storm that brought heavy snow, slick roads, and widespread school delays across the state. Minnesota Public Radio News reports that the system delivered a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain, prompting dozens of districts to delay start times and making travel hazardous on highways and city streets. Minnesota State Patrol is also assisting in the investigation of a deadly crash at Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport linked to the storm, according to CBS Minnesota.At the Capitol, the state’s fiscal outlook is drawing growing attention. Minnesota Management and Budget’s November forecast, summarized by Session Daily from the Minnesota House of Representatives, shows a projected 2.47 billion dollar surplus for the current 2026–27 budget period but a nearly 2.96 billion dollar deficit in the following biennium, putting pressure on lawmakers to balance new spending with long-term sustainability. House leaders highlight upcoming hearings on fraud prevention, data practices, and oversight of state agencies, according to the Minnesota Legislature’s combined calendar.In the economy, job growth and capital investment remain bright spots. The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development announces 1.4 million dollars in expansion grants to three manufacturers expected to create 86 new jobs and leverage over 20 million dollars in private investment statewide, including projects by Zero Zone Refrigeration in Ramsey, Winnebago Manufacturing in Blue Earth, and Rolls-Royce Solutions America in Mankato. Finance & Commerce reports that these expansions underscore continued strength in advanced manufacturing. At the same time, a recent state budget presentation carried by Minnesota Senate Media Services notes slowing revenue growth and warns that future deficits could complicate economic planning.Communities across Minnesota are seeing visible change. Finance & Commerce reports a 23.45 million dollar remodel and addition at Highland Park Middle School in St. Paul, adding new classrooms, collaboration spaces, and upgraded facilities funded through local capital levies. In West St. Paul, city leaders have approved a 145 million dollar redevelopment expected to add 476 homes along with new commercial space and public amenities, reflecting a broader regional push for more housing. Ramsey County officials report that construction has begun on the first phase of Rice Creek Commons in Arden Hills, a 427-acre redevelopment of the former Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant with an estimated 1 billion dollar build-out value, signaling long-term investment in housing, jobs, and infrastructure.Looking Ahead, listeners can expect continued legislative debate over closing the projected out-year deficit, new discussions about fraud oversight and data privacy at the Capitol, further community engagement on downtown St. Paul redevelopment, and close monitoring of additional winter storms as the season intensifies across Minnesota.Thank you for tuning in, and be sure to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Minnesota is heading into winter with a mix of political tension, economic strength, and community-focused investment. Minnesota Management and Budget’s latest forecast projects an almost 2.47 billion dollar surplus for the current 2026–27 budget period, but also warns of a nearly 2.96 billion dollar deficit in the following biennium, setting up a high-stakes 2026 legislative session to rebalance spending and revenue, according to Minnesota House Session Daily and the League of Minnesota Cities. [House Session Daily][League of Minnesota Cities]At the Capitol, a closely divided Legislature is already sharpening its arguments. House Speaker Lisa Demuth has pledged to tackle what she calls both a spending problem and a fraud problem when lawmakers return, while any major fix will require bipartisan dealmaking with the DFL-controlled Senate and Governor Tim Walz, House Session Daily reports. [House Session Daily] Outside groups are also grading the 2024 session: CPAC’s 2025 Minnesota scorecard highlights sharp partisan divides over issues like education spending, housing mandates, and social policy, underscoring a broader debate over the size and role of state government. [CPAC]Economically, Minnesota continues to post solid numbers, particularly in clean energy. Clean Energy Economy Minnesota notes that the state’s clean energy workforce reached nearly 64,000 jobs in 2024, adding about 1,700 positions and outpacing overall job growth, even as analysts warn of a potential slowdown tied to shifting federal policies. [Clean Energy Economy Minnesota] The Department of Employment and Economic Development reports new business expansion and job training awards aimed at keeping that momentum going, including programs to support small businesses and emerging industries such as cannabis. [Minnesota DEED]Community investments are reshaping education and infrastructure, especially in Greater Minnesota. A recent packet from the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation agency outlines funding for a new greenhouse research lab at Minnesota North College’s Vermilion Campus and significant broadband expansions in rural St. Louis and Itasca counties, projects designed to exceed the state’s 2026 speed goals and close the digital divide. [IRRRB] Local school districts, from Marshall to Minneapolis and Northfield, are wrestling with enrollment declines, facility upgrades, and post-pandemic budget pressures while trying to maintain programs and avoid deep cuts, according to district financial reports and local coverage. [Marshall Independent][Minneapolis Public Schools][Northfield KYMN]Public safety and immigration enforcement remain in the spotlight. Minnesota News Network and MPR News have highlighted recent violent incidents and an uptick in ICE arrests, fueling ongoing debates over policing, community trust, and federal immigration campaigns. [Minnesota News Network][MPR News]Weather-wise, the State Climatology Office says Minnesotans are in for a more traditional winter. December has started cooler and snowier than the past two years, with the earliest below-zero readings since 2014 and a snowpack that is keeping average temperatures about 11 degrees lower statewide, Minnesota News Network reports. [Minnesota News Network]Looking ahead, listeners can expect intense negotiations over the looming budget deficit, continued scrutiny of immigration and public safety, and key decisions on school finance and rural broadband that will shape Minnesota’s economic and social landscape into 2027.Thank you for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Minnesota is heading into winter with a mix of fiscal caution, local investment, and ongoing public safety and infrastructure challenges, giving listeners a snapshot of a state in transition.At the Capitol, Minnesota Management and Budget’s November forecast shows a projected surplus of about 2.47 billion dollars for the current 2026–27 budget period, but a nearly 3 billion dollar deficit projected for the following biennium, driven largely by rising Medical Assistance health care costs and slower economic growth, according to Minnesota House Session Daily and analysis by Eden Prairie Local News. Minnesota’s state economist Anthony Becker and budget director Ahna Minge told lawmakers that higher enrollment and more expensive long‑term care and prescription drugs are putting pressure on the budget, even as income tax collections remain strong.Legislators are now framing the 2026 session, which begins in February, as a time to align spending with anticipated revenues while preserving recent investments in areas like universal school meals and expanded unemployment insurance, Session Daily and Eden Prairie Local News report. House DFL leaders emphasize protecting health care and education, while Senate Republicans highlight concerns about future deficits and overall spending, according to Minnesota Senate Republican caucus statements.In the business and economic arena, Finance & Commerce reports that LouMin Holdings has made its first Minnesota acquisition by purchasing The DECO Apartments in downtown Shakopee, signaling growing investor confidence in mixed‑use suburban markets with strong walkability. The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development notes that recent state business expansion and training awards are expected to create or retain hundreds of jobs, underscoring a still‑resilient labor market despite national uncertainty.Across greater Minnesota, community and infrastructure investments continue. The Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Department is advancing grants for broadband expansion in rural St. Louis and Itasca counties that will exceed the state’s 2026 speed goals, as well as funding community center improvements in cities like Eveleth, according to agency board materials. The Minnesota Department of Transportation lists dozens of ongoing or planned highway construction and safety projects updated in early December, reflecting sustained investment in roads and bridges even as costs rise.On the education front, the Marshall Independent reports that Marshall Public Schools reviewed their 2025 audit and flagged declining enrollment and a major high school HVAC upgrade as key fiscal issues, illustrating how demographic shifts are affecting school finances in regional districts.Public safety also remains in focus. CBS Minnesota reports that Brooklyn Center police are investigating a weekend shooting on Shingle Creek Boulevard, part of a continuing effort by local departments to address gun violence and community safety.Looking ahead, listeners can expect intense debate over how to close the projected out‑year deficit, decisions on a 2026 bonding bill, continued expansion of rural broadband, and the impact of new private investments in housing and industry across the state.Thank you for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Minnesota is heading into winter with a mix of fiscal caution, economic activity, and community investment shaping the state’s outlook. According to Minnesota Management and Budget’s November forecast, the state faces a projected 2.465 billion dollar surplus for the current 2026–27 biennium, but a nearly 2.96 billion dollar structural deficit in the following budget period, setting up tough choices for lawmakers in the 2026 legislative session.[MN Management and Budget] Minnesota House Session Daily reports that DFL leaders frame the surplus as proof recent investments are working, while Republicans argue it masks long‑term overspending and inadequate attention to fraud in state programs.[Minnesota House Session Daily] At the Capitol, Ewald at the Capitol notes that Governor Tim Walz and legislators are preparing a supplemental budget debate focused on balancing new priorities with fiscal restraint, with both parties signaling closer scrutiny of state spending and program integrity.[Ewald at the Capitol] The 2025–26 session is already underway, and the official legislative calendar shows committee work ramping up ahead of the February reconvening.[Minnesota Legislature Combined Calendar] In politics beyond the Capitol, Minnesota News Network reports that Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan, now a U.S. Senate candidate, has launched her “Loud and Clear Voice Tour” with nearly 40 planned stops ahead of the February 3 precinct caucuses, underscoring an intense federal election year ahead for the state.[Minnesota News Network] On the economic front, the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development highlights four recent state-backed projects expected to create about 215 new jobs and provide job training to roughly 800 Minnesotans, part of a broader push to support advanced industries and workforce development.[Minnesota DEED] In the private sector, Finance & Commerce reports that medical technology giant Boston Scientific has purchased its 400,000‑square‑foot research and office facility in Maple Grove for 188.8 million dollars, cementing the northwest metro as a med‑tech hub.[Finance & Commerce] Community investment continues at the local level. The Cottage Grove Journal reports that South Washington County Schools are moving ahead with a multi‑year, 200 million dollar bond program to improve security and expand classroom space, with construction already underway at several high and middle schools and elementary projects slated to begin in 2026.[Cottage Grove Journal] In Bloomington, city officials say a new community center now under construction will add gymnasiums, a walking track, and multipurpose spaces designed to serve residents of all ages and abilities.[City of Bloomington] Public safety and environment are also in focus. Minnesota News Network reports that the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating a Wright County deputy‑involved shooting, while the Department of Natural Resources has finalized a landmark deal protecting nearly 16,000 acres of northern forest to safeguard habitat, water quality, and outdoor recreation.[Minnesota News Network] Looking Ahead, listeners can expect a heated debate over how to use the current surplus and address the looming deficit during the 2026 session, continued attention to public safety and immigration enforcement, further construction progress on major school and community projects, and an increasingly active U.S. Senate race as caucus season nears. Thank you for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI




