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Rep. Ilhan Omar discusses community engagement and policy efforts in latest social media posts

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 29, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar recapped meetings with seniors about Social Security expansion, hosted a town hall in Richfield, and celebrated new affordable housing initiatives on July 28-29, 2025.

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Ilhan Omar addresses CEO pay disparity and Planned Parenthood access in recent posts

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 28, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar used her social media platform on July 28, 2025 to address issues including income inequality among CEOs and workers, federal health policy concerning Medicaid and Planned Parenthood access, as well as local education achievements...

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Minnesota Grown Retailer of Year contest seeks entries from grocery and liquor stores

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 28, 2025

The Minnesota Grown program and the Minnesota Grocers Association (MGA) have announced the opening of entries for the 2025–2026 Minnesota Grown Retailer of the Year contest.

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Federal jury convicts two members of Highs street gang

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 28, 2025

Following an eight-day jury trial, two individuals were convicted for their involvement in the Highs street gang, as announced by Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Thompson.

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VA provides 842 home purchase loans in Minnesota in Q1

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 26, 2025

There were 842 VA home purchase loans issued in Minnesota in the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025, totaling $299.5 million, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Ilhan Omar announces new legislation targeting fossil fuel subsidies and drowning prevention

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 26, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar announced on July 25-26, 2025 that she has reintroduced legislation aimed at eliminating fossil fuel subsidies and introduced a resolution addressing global drowning prevention efforts.

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Kernza field day highlights sustainable farming practices in Hastings

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 25, 2025

The public is invited to the Hastings Kernza Field Day on August 14 to learn about Kernza, a perennial grain with environmental and agricultural benefits.

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Ilhan Omar addresses labor protections, nuclear disarmament and drug ads reform

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 25, 2025

U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar used her Twitter platform this week to discuss workplace safety regulations, advocate for nuclear disarmament by urging U.S. participation in an international treaty, and announce bipartisan efforts to restrict prescription...

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Federal jury convicts Randy Joe Fuller for failing to register as sex offender

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 25, 2025

A federal jury in Minneapolis has found Randy Joe Fuller, 54, guilty of failing to register as a sex offender.

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Federal jury convicts Red Lake man for sexual assault of minor

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 24, 2025

Following a four-day trial, Matthew Thomas McGregor, a 35-year-old man from Red Lake, has been found guilty by a federal jury on charges of sexually abusing a minor.

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NFIB Minnesota offers webinar on new independent contractor laws

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 24, 2025

Join the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Minnesota for a free webinar on Tuesday, August 5th at Noon Central.

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Average VA Purchase Loan amount in Minnesota declines from Q4 2024 to Q1 2025

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 23, 2025

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Minnesota in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025 was $355,662, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Emerald ash borer detected in Itasca County; emergency quarantine enacted

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 23, 2025

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has confirmed the presence of emerald ash borer (EAB) in Itasca County, marking the first detection in this area.

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Ilhan Omar addresses park funding and congressional disputes on July 23

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 23, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar used social media on July 23 to highlight her efforts securing federal funds for parks while also weighing in on congressional disputes regarding human trafficking legislation and worker classification bills.

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Convicted sex offender receives 35-year sentence for production of child pornography

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 23, 2025

Scott Wayne Laney, 47, has been sentenced to 35 years in prison for producing child pornography.

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CDC 2025 Measles Update: Minnesota's case count rises as of week ending July 19

By S. J. Grace | Jul 22, 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 July 12.

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Three plead guilty in Feeding Our Future fraud scheme involving millions in taxpayer losses

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 22, 2025

Three individuals have pleaded guilty to charges related to the Feeding Our Future fraud scheme, according to an announcement by Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Thompson.

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Ilhan Omar calls for ICE abolition and transparency on Epstein files

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 22, 2025

Rep. Ilhan Omar criticized recent government actions regarding immigration enforcement and congressional transparency in tweets dated July 21 and July 22, 2025.

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Rep. Natalie Zeleznikar shares summer activities and legislative updates

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 22, 2025

Dear Northlanders, As summer unfolds with weddings, reunions, and family gatherings, Minnesota State Representative Natalie Zeleznikar shared updates on her recent activities and ongoing projects.

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Minnesota Department of Agriculture awards $1.75 million in grants to local food businesses

By Minnesota State Wire | Jul 22, 2025

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has allocated over $1.75 million in grants to 42 businesses across the state.