Plus: Former MN Senator Eichorn feels singled out; Rep. Her confirms citizenship; a history of downtown St. Paul doomsayers; and more. The post McCollum, Hegseth spar over response to unrest appeared first on MinnPost.

Aggressive displays of force can heighten tensions and worsen situations. Conversely, if protesters perceive authorities are acting with restraint and treating them with respect, they are more likely to remain nonviolent. The post From Kent State to Los Angeles, using armed forces to police civilians is a high-riskstrategy appeared first on MinnPost.

The St. Paul-born musician has produced a unique blend of songs with jazz influences and contemporary classical touches. The post Ted Olsen keeps exploring new approaches and sounds in Violette, an album hes releasing this week appeared first on MinnPost.

In recent years, the United States has begun reckoning with which historical figures we choose to publicly honor. From statues to school names to military assets, our nation has slowly […] The post Don’t equate Harvey Milk with Confederate generals appeared first on MinnPost.

Plus: Summer thunder around the corner; U of M proposes tuition hikes; Legislature limits immigrant health care; and more. The post Minneapolis police memo: We can’t assist with immigration enforcement appeared first on MinnPost.

Legislators voiced ambivalence and frustration with spending bills as the 2025 session finally wrapped. The post Minnesota lawmakers grit teeth, pass state budget in crammed special session appeared first on MinnPost.

Lindell took the stand for the first time during the trial in Denver. The post MyPillow founder Mike Lindell sticks by false 2020 election claims in defamation trial appeared first on MinnPost.

A tied House meant lawmakers had to compromise to pass a budget, and the vote was a victory for Republicans who pursued the change. The post Legislature, with GOP and 4 DFL votes, ends MinnesotaCare for undocumented adults appeared first on MinnPost.

Plus: Lawyer suspended for naming plaintiffs without consent; the new travel ban 'disproportionately affects Minnesota;' road construction to snarl metro travel; some Health Department layoffs rescinded. The post A reprieve for illegal keys appeared first on MinnPost.

Arrowhead Transit says its RideSmart 2025 redesign will bring more consistent, predictable service to Isanti and Chisago County residents. The post Overhauled public transit system hits the roads in two growing Greater Minnesota counties appeared first on MinnPost.

Leaders working to make good change happen throughout the region The Bush Foundation supports leaders doing amazing things throughout the region. And each year were thrilled to announce the new […] The post Meet the 2025 Bush Fellows appeared first on MinnPost.

Throngs of people gathered Saturday in a scenic Minneapolis neighborhood for an annual ritual the sharpening of a gigantic No. 2 pencil. The post On Point: Why a Minneapolis neighborhood sharpens a giant pencil every year appeared first on MinnPost.

Plus: Cruise ships land in Duluth; BWCA fire fully contained; U of M to close Les Bolstad golf course; and the Lynx are 9-0 to start the season. The post Minnesota summer forecast: above-normal temps likely appeared first on MinnPost.

Too frequently public education is blamed for society's ills. In my schools, there's hope, heroism and resilience. The post Focus on the truth about Minnesota’s public schools appeared first on MinnPost.

The youth circus school has partnered with People Incorporated to bring focus to its acrobats' mental health. The post Circus Juventas adds mental health support for it’s young, high-flying performers appeared first on MinnPost.