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Nicole Mitchell celebrating her election victory with supporters in Woodbury.

Nicole Mitchell secures Woodbury City Council seat following burglary conviction

In a surprising turn of events, Nicole Mitchell has emerged victorious in the race for a seat on the Woodbury City Council, just over a year after facing serious legal troubles. On election night, the air was thick with anticipation as supporters gathered to hear the results. Mitchell, a former...

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Minnesota Power rate increase announcement

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150,000 Minnesotans could see a 17.8% Minnesota Power Rate Increase

As winter approaches, the prospect of higher heating bills weighs heavily on the minds of Minnesota Power customers. In Little Falls, residents like Jack Campbell and Riley Rinas express their frustration over a proposed rate hike that could add $24 to their monthly bills. With inflation already...

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New flagpole at Minneapolis City Hall with a sunset backdrop

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Raising the price tag on a new Minneapolis flagpole

As the sun sets behind the iconic Minneapolis City Hall, its new flagpole stands tall, a symbol of both pride and scrutiny. The gleaming copper structure, which can be raised and lowered at the touch of a button, has become a focal point for discussions around civic spending and the preservation of...

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Early voting sets midterms record, breaking 2022 mark

Voters line up to vote early Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, at the MAC Center in Edmond, Oklahoma. (Photo by Barbara Hoberock/Oklahoma Voice)WASHINGTON — As of early Friday, more than 46 million Americans had cast ballots ahead of Election Day, eclipsing the early voting turnout of the 2022 midterms,...

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