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Led by the unmistakable vocals of singer Maja Milner, Swedish post-punk outfit Makthaverskan are back with a blistering new album. On Glass and Bones the Gothenburg 5-piece's strengths are on full display: The chorus and reverb drenched melodic guitar lines, thundering basslines, breakneck punk drumming, and above it all, Milner’s evocative voice that pierces through the mix whether a breathy whisper or a full-throated roar. -Malachy Koons
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The rally highlighted the importance of budgetary decisions this session that would affect providers and disabled people in their ability to get the care they need.
MN holds off on a bill prohibiting Medicaid coverage for weight loss drugs
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Organizers of the event estimated that as many as 200,000 people gathered, making it the largest protest in Minnesota history.
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A flaw in last year’s language allowed organic reduction facilities to hold a non-enbalmed body for only 24 hours, which makes it hard for them to offer the reduction service.
Self-driving car regulations stall in Minnesota House committee
The bill would establish an advisory board to study the impacts of autonomous vehicles, create a state permitting process and require a human operator while policy is still developing.
Minnesota Senate committee aims to help small businesses impacted by ICE surge
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Burning restrictions in place for central, NW and NE Minnesota
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Study provides greater detail on Northern Minnesota's housing needs
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Bemidji Public Library sends off its staff in style after budget cuts
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