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Tuesday, September 30, 2025

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Minnesota Department of Agriculture finds unsafe nitrate levels in some private wells at Farmfest

By D. C. Santiago | Sep 3, 2025

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) conducted free nitrate testing for private well owners at Farmfest this year, marking the first time the service was offered at the event.

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Rep. Stauber: 'President Trump’s tough-on-crime policies are making Washington, D.C. safer'

By Minnesota State Wire | Sep 2, 2025

Pete Stauber, a representative from Minnesota, said that President Trump's crime policies are contributing to increased safety in Washington, D.C., while criticizing Democrats for opposing these measures.

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Rep. Finstad: New protein processing bill will 'provide long-term certainty for America’s food supply chain'

By Minnesota State Wire | Sep 2, 2025

Brad Finstad, a representative from Minnesota, announced his American Protein Processing Modernization Act, which aims to modernize food processing to protect farmers and enhance national food security.

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2025: Measles cases in Minnesota up as of week ending Aug. 23

By S. J. Grace | Sep 2, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Minnesota for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending Aug. 16.

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Ilhan Omar addresses gun violence and labor rights concerns on social media

By Minnesota State Wire | Sep 2, 2025

Representative Ilhan Omar posted messages between August 31 and September 2 addressing topics such as gun control legislation, worker protections for Labor Day, and concerns over public health leadership at the CDC under RFK Jr.

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Minnesota: Veterinary companies were the least FDA inspected companies in Minnesota in August

By T. M. Baker | Sep 2, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Veterinary company from Minnesota in August.

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Minnesota businesses prepare for rollout of paid family and medical leave mandate

By Minnesota State Wire | Sep 2, 2025

Minnesota employers are preparing for the implementation of a new Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) mandate, which is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.

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FDA Inspection: What type of Minnesota companies were under most scrutiny during August?

By T. M. Baker | Sep 1, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two Devices companies from Minnesota in August.

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Rep. Ilhan Omar calls for unity after attack at Annunciation Catholic School

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 28, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar addressed the recent attack at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis through several posts on August 27 and August 28, urging congressional unity and immediate action.

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Convicted felon receives maximum sentence for threatening woman with firearm

By K. M. Houghton | Aug 28, 2025

Divaunte Kartrell Young, 24, has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison and three years of supervised release after being found guilty by a federal jury of illegally possessing a firearm as a felon.

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Ilhan Omar calls for Gaza aid access and addresses local Minneapolis tragedy

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 27, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar posted on X about urgent humanitarian needs in Gaza and criticized economic conditions under Trump on August 26-27, while also expressing sorrow over a school shooting in Minneapolis.

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Minnesota reports surge in measles infections this year as of week ending Aug. 16

By S. J. Grace | Aug 26, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Minnesota for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending Aug. 9.

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Rep. Stauber on farmland policy: 'Protecting America’s agricultural sector is vital'

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 26, 2025

Pete Stauber, a representative from Minnesota, has emphasized the need to preserve U.S. farmland by ending taxpayer subsidies for solar projects that utilize Chinese-made panels.

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Three more alleged members charged as part of RICO case against Lows gang

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 26, 2025

Federal authorities in Minneapolis have charged three additional individuals alleged to be members or associates of the Lows, a street gang based in north Minneapolis.

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Natalie Zeleznikar criticizes Governor Walz’s messaging and warns of rising property taxes

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 26, 2025

Minnesota legislator Natalie Zeleznikar posted on August 25 and 26 about Governor Tim Walz's rhetoric and projected increases in property taxes due to new state mandates.

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Ilhan Omar discusses constituent engagement and policy opposition in latest social media posts

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 26, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar used social media in late August 2025 to highlight her commitment to constituent engagement through town halls and address concerns about federal policy decisions involving former President Trump.

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Serial domestic abuser receives over 11 years for illegal firearm possession

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 26, 2025

Ronnie Bila Shaka, 44, was sentenced to 140 months in federal prison and three years of supervised release for possessing firearms as a felon.

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NFIB launches ad campaign thanking Rep. Tom Emmer for supporting small business tax deduction

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 25, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has launched a new advertising campaign in Minnesota’s 6th District to thank Representative Tom Emmer for his efforts to make the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction permanent.

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Minnesota Department of Agriculture opens grant applications for E15 biofuel infrastructure upgrades

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 25, 2025

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has announced that it is accepting applications for grants aimed at expanding the availability of E15, a gasoline blend containing 15% ethanol, at gas stations across the state.

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Ilhan Omar criticizes student debt policies and celebrates detention center closure

By Minnesota State Wire | Aug 22, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar addressed issues ranging from student debt relief restrictions to local leadership recognition and celebrated the closure of an Everglades detention facility through posts made between August 20-22, 2025.