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Environmental justice advocates score major win for inclusive community outreach
Northern Iron foundry is seeking an amendment to its air permit to increase operations.

Rebecca Gilbuena
Apr 23 min read
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Here's What to do if ICE Knocks on the Door
Executive actions taken by Donald Trump have heightened fear within immigrant communities. On day one, his administration prioritized...
Sonya Goins
Apr 13 min read
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New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker protests Trump’s agenda by Speaking Overnight on Senate Floor
U.S. Sen. Cory Booker has been speaking on the Senate floor for 14+ hours —and counting. Other Senate Democrats including Amy Klobachar...

Georgia Fort
Apr 11 min read
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Second Minnesota college student taken by ICE, “Nobody knows their whereabouts.”
Right now there’s not much information on this student, whether it’s age, gender, major or the reason for the detainment.

Rebecca Gilbuena
Mar 292 min read
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Historic All-Female Council Split Over Ward 4 Appointment Process
Source: City of Saint Paul The St. Paul City Council, now led by an historic all-female group of elected officials, has found itself in...

Georgia Fort
Mar 292 min read
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Nothing About Us Without Us: 3 Bills To Follow
Protect Medicaid, Not Millionaires Act DFL legislators have introduced legislation that would raise taxes on millionaires at the level...

Rebecca Gilbuena
Mar 282 min read
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