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Starting Monday, the state will officially implement 'Drivers Licenses for All', a program that allows licenses regardless of immigration status.

In just a few days, the deadline for the government to reach a budget agreement will arrive, and with little progress on a deal, federal employees are bracing for a full-fledged shutdown.

During hunting season, the Minnesota DNR relies on conservation officers to maintain the rules. Oftentimes, those officers come across a situation where the perceptive nose of a dog can help things immensely.

New COVID-19 boosters have been released to the public, and health experts are already advising people get the shots if they’re able.

MITM set out to quantify how partisan—or nonpartisan—the legislative session really was.

With fall right around the corner, Minnesota continues to face drought conditions across much of the state. Last week, several counties in northeast Minnesota were upgraded to “Exceptional Drought” on the U.S. Drought Monitor.

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona stopped in Minnesota as part of his multi-state “Back to School Bus Tour: Raise the Bar.”

Beginning October 1st, all adult Minnesotans will be allowed to own a driver’s license, regardless of immigration status.

52 companies are under investigation for “offering debt-settlement services to consumers without registering as required by Minnesota law.”

Minnesota Health officials say the state’s COVID-19 cases are on the rise, an increase in line with national trends

Tuesday, the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the first 10 drugs eligible for the new Medicare Drug Price Negotiation program. Part of the Inflation Reduction Act, the program allows Medicare to negotiate lower prices for prescription drugs.

“This new law, and its use of force, which is a very small piece, doesn’t allow them to prone a kid out,” said State Representative Jeff Witte ( R - Lakeville).

Hudson, who’s served on the court since 2015, will be the first Person of Color to serve as Chief Justice in the State of Minnesota.

“In our Minnesota and Dakotas Region right now we have deployed 10 volunteers to help with those relief efforts in Hawaii,” said Sue Thesenga, Communications director for the region.

As with any new industry, though, there are often questions about certain processes, licenses, and regulations surrounding the product.

Minnesota Republicans sent a second letter to DFL state leaders on Tuesday, once again calling for a special session to address concerns over the state’s new cannabis law.

With the new law, Minnesota’s Department of Public Safety is reminding people that operating a vehicle while high is still driving while impaired.

MnDOT raised 4 signs along Highway 5 as they officially dedicated a section of highway near Paisley Park to the late Prince Rogers Nelson.

The second day of Minnesota’s Farmfest was jam-packed with guest appearances from lawmakers, leaders, and commissioners from different parts of the state.

Minnesota officially became the 23rd state to legalize cannabis on Tuesday. While Governor Tim Walz signed the bill in May, the substance became legal to possess on August 1st.

Cannabis becomes legal in Minnesota on Tuesday, August 1st, and while many are excited, experts say it’s important to remember the process will take some time.

20 Minnesota House Republicans penned a letter to legislative leaders and Governor Tim Walz on Friday, urging the state to hold a special session regarding cannabis.

Thursday, Governor Tim Walz (D-MN) continued a statewide tour meant to highlight investments in the workforce, this time stopping by a nursing home training center in Roseville.

While legalization itself was a priority for the DFL entering the 2023 legislative session, the expungement of cannabis-related crimes was right alongside it.

For the fourth month in a row, Minnesota has seen an increase in labor force participation.

Wednesday, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz visited a summer school program in Savage, MN taking the reins as the head of the classroom for the afternoon.

This week, the Minnesota DNR awarded $2.4M in grant money to 35 communities in Minnesota to help manage the spread of the Emerald Ash Borer.

The Walz administration announced it had awarded $7M in grant money to 47 youth organizations around the state.

On July 1st, Minnesota joined the ranks of 4 other states (North Dakota, Oklahoma, California) in banning non-compete clauses.

"We're going to fix that next time we have a chance at the legislature," said Commissioner Paul Marquart.

Governor Tim Walz visited Bloomington-based Polar Semiconductor on Friday, highlighting the Minnesota-based company’s efforts in the chip manufacturing field.

Typically fireworks create a lot of smoke, which can lead to poor air quality after the holiday. In fact, some of the worst air quality ever recorded in the state came from fireworks.

With unfavorable drought conditions across almost the entire state, the DNR is asking people to be extremely cautious.

“During Operation Dry Water, which is July 1 through July 3, we are stepping up our efforts to keep our lakes, rivers, and our roads as safe as they can be."

With the date just a few days away, here’s a look at some of the bills to look out for.

Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) is spearheading an effort to maintain access to AM radio in all vehicles in the US after several manufacturers expressed plans to eliminate the service from their vehicles.

The bill, most commonly referred to as the PRO Act, codified the state’s Doe V. Gomez Supreme Court Ruling into law.

Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour arrived in Minneapolis on Friday, as thousands of fans lined up outside US Bank Stadium in anticipation.

Gov. Walz visited a lake in southern Minnesota to highlight investments made during the legislative session to strengthen the state’s fishing industry.

The program aims to balance out any past harm that may have been done to certain communities by giving them a special application to obtain licensing.

MN House leaders give thoughts on the 2023 legislative session.

Minnesota Senators sat down for 1-on-1 interviews following the legislative session.

Wednesday on the steps of the Capitol building in St. Paul, Governor Tim Walz signed the state's budget into law.

The measures are a part of the State’s Public Safety Omnibus bill, and include Universal Background Checks and “Red-Flag Laws.”

Monday, nurses with the MNA gathered with lawmakers at the State Capitol to address comments made by Mayo Clinic last Friday

Republicans have been critical of the DFL’s tax policy since the start of the session, asking them to pass more tax cuts before they could pass other legislation.

The bill allows employees to take up to 18 weeks of paid leave each year, with a cap of 12 weeks per single incident.

Minnesota Gov. Walz visited a 129-year-old fish hatchery hoping to see how his proposed funding could make a meaningful difference statewide.

“We have a record amount of funding, $50 million, allocated for the Northern Lights Express in the Senate Transportation bill and budget,” said McEwen.

Many of the state’s rivers are on the back end of the crest, meaning as long as there’s a normal level of precipitation, the floodwaters should subside fairly soon.