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It's been nearly four years since George Floyd died at the hands of Minneapolis police officers. Recently, the city released documents showing at least a dozen officers were disciplined for misconduct during that time. MPR News Host Cathy Wurzer talks to the Minnesota Reformer’s Deena Winter, who took a deep dive into that data.

Severe weather awareness week means a tornado drill on Thursday.

April 12 is the second anniversary of the EF2 tornado that destroyed the roughly 60-person town of Taopi, Minn. Mayor Mary Huntley said most of the displaced families are now back.

The John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation announced their 2024 fellows today, including three artists from Minnesota.

Council votes down attempts to reduce pay rates and an effort to start the legislation over from scratch.

For the first time, the Environmental Protection Agency has set enforceable drinking water standards for six PFAS. Water systems will be required to monitor for the chemicals and remove them if they're above the allowable levels.

FBI agents in high-cost areas can face long commutes and trouble paying the bills. Their advocates are asking for a housing allowance to lighten the load.

As Ramadan concludes, many Muslim Minnesotans flocked to the Lake Street shopping center to prepare for Eid celebrations starting Wednesday.

Minnesota’s wimpy winter did save some folks some money.

The Minnesota Twins acquired right-hander Michael Tonkin from the New York Mets to aid their injury-depleted bullpen. The cash deal reunites the 34-year-old with his original major league team.