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Lawmakers propose ‘radical’ change at DHS after leadership exodus
Recent resignations have renewed a push from legislators to break up the sprawling, $18 billion department. | Deputy commissioners reverse course, decide to stay | Lourey out as Walz's Human Services commissioner
Trump attacks congresswomen at N.C. rally, as crowd chants 'send her back'
President Trump piled on four freshmen congresswomen of color after tweeting this weekend that they should "go back" to the countries they came from, even though three were born in the United States. | Fact check: Trump goes after Omar at rally | Minnesotans targeted by 'go back' taunts say the sting never leaves
In Hubbard Co., stopping lake invaders means not forgetting the beach toys
In an effort to stave off the advance of invasive species in their lakes, advocates in Hubbard County want to make sure people are cleaning not only their boats and trailers, but their water gear and equipment, too. | $10M question: Are counties' efforts to fight aquatic invasives working? | 5 things to know about aquatic invasive species
Crookston Diocese reaches $5M settlement with 15 victims
As part of the settlement, the diocese agreed to make public the names and files of clergy who have been accused of abuse. That information will be released at a later date.
CenturyLink under state investigation after hundreds of complaints
The Minnesota Office of Pipeline Safety is investigating CenturyLink over hundreds of complaints that the utility failed to respond to requests to locate underground cabling.
Newest State Fair treat: an air-conditioned building
The $16 million project features a huge exhibit hall, a gallery and a 24-foot “Corn Fairstalk” highlighting the state’s corn farming industry. It will be the largest climate-controlled space on the fairgrounds.
Appetites: ‘Everything tastes better outside’
Your best tool for campfire cooking will be a pot of boiling water. 
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