Howard Thompson
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Minnesota Vikings sign Kyler Murray to 1-year contract
The Vikings announced Thursday they've signed Murray to a one-year deal. Murray, who is entering his eighth NFL season, was released by the Cardinals at the start of free agency on Wednesday.
Rocking Horse Ranch suspension lifted after worker charged with infant's death
Minnesota has lifted the license suspension for Savage's Rocking Horse Ranch child care center after investigating a tragic infant death. The center is cleared to reopen under state monitoring.
Lyft settles MN complaint over denied rides for blind woman with service dog
Lyft is settling a lawsuit after drivers repeatedly stranded a blind Minnesota woman and her service dog on their way to medical appointments.
Proposal would ban crypto ATMs in Minnesota
Minnesota lawmakers are considering a total ban on cryptocurrency ATMs to combat a surge in scams. While police say the kiosks are magnets for fraud, owners argue a ban goes too far.
MN fraud response: Gov. Walz announces major plan to centralize, modernize DHS
Gov. Walz announced a massive plan Tuesday to overhaul Minnesota's Dept. of Human Services to combat Medicaid fraud. See his plan here.
DOJ says JD Vance comments on Medicaid funding 'have no weight'
Federal attorneys are downplaying VP JD Vance’s comments on Medicaid funding as Minnesota fights to block the Trump administration's announced pause. Read more here.
Minnesota bill would legalize psilocybin mushrooms for therapeutic use
Could "magic" mushrooms soon be legal for therapeutic use in Minnesota? A new bill would create a legal pathway for just that. Read more about the bill here:
MN lawmakers introduce AI regulations aimed at protecting children, curtailing surveillance
Minnesota lawmakers introduced a bipartisan package of bills to strictly regulate AI, citing threats to child safety and personal liberties. But a federal executive order could slow down state efforts. Learn more here:
DFL lawmakers propose $40M rental assistance package
Senate Democrats introduced a bill to create a $40 million emergency rental assistance fund to help Minnesotans at risk of eviction.