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SD public defense duties shift from counties to state; SCOTUS appears skeptical of restricting government communications with social media companies; Trump lawyers say he can't make bond; new scholarships aim to connect class of 2024 to high-demand jobs.

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The SCOTUS weighs government influence on social media, and who groups like the NRA can do business with. Biden signs an executive order to advance women's health research and the White House tells Israel it's responsible for the Gaza humanitarian crisis.

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Midwest regenerative farmers are rethinking chicken production, Medicare Advantage is squeezing the finances of rural hospitals and California's extreme swing from floods to drought has some thinking it's time to turn rural farm parcels into floodplains.

MN: Philanthropy

This year, consumer prices jumped to their highest level in 40 years, putting extra strain on families who are faced with higher medical bills. (Adobe Stock)
Keeping Childhood Cancer from Crushing a Family's Budget

As Americans make end-of-year donations to their favorite causes, those that help children with cancer and their families say these households need …

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Federal officials say Minnesota is home to more than 533,000 small businesses. (Adobe Stock)
Grant Funding Flows to Struggling Main Streets in MN

For some Minnesota small businesses, it's been harder to fully recover from major events of the past two years. A state grant program has a new round …

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Los funcionarios federales dicen que Minnesota alberga más de 533,000 pequeñas empresas. (Adobe Stock)<br />
Subvenciones fluyen hacia negocios en problemas de MN

Para algunas pequeñas empresas de Minnesota, ha sido más difícil recuperarse por completo de los grandes eventos de los últimos …

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Socially responsible investing has been around for decades, but in recent years has moved beyond its
MN Makes Waves in Socially Responsible Investing

Higher consumer prices are dominating financial headlines, but an investment trend is making noise. It encourages putting money into causes that …

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La inversión socialmente responsable existe desde hace décadas, pero en los últimos años ha superado su condición de
MN sobresale en la inversión socialmente responsable

Los precios más altos están dominando los titulares financieros, pero una tendencia de inversión está haciendo ruido. Alienta a …

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Groups that promote legacy letters say they can better inform younger generations of a family about certain values, including charitable giving. (Adobe Stock)
As You Reflect on 2021, What About a Legacy Letter?

The holiday season often includes messages of reflection. Minnesotans who want loved ones to know more about their values and life lessons, are …

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While well intentioned, the philanthropic sector has faced critisim in recent years, including claims of colorblind grantmaking. (Adobe Stock)
Foundations: Advancing Equity Also Requires an Inward Look

ST. PAUL, Minn. - The world of philanthropy isn't immune from the need to improve workplace culture as society demands greater equity. One Minnesota …

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Late last year, many hospital systems, including several in Minnesota, were overwhelmed with COVID-19 patients. Grant programs are now available for the families of staff members who died after contracting the virus. (Adobe Stock)
Grants Emerge for Families Who Lost Healthcare Workers to COVID

ST. PAUL, Minn. - Healthcare workers have often been called heroes during the pandemic, but their advocates say the sentiment can be quickly …

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Books for Africa has been shipping donated books from Minnesota and other parts of the world to Africa since 1988. (BFA)
Despite Challenging Year, "Books for Africa" Program Hits Milestone

ST. PAUL, Minn. -- As 2020, with all of its challenges, draws to a close, a Minnesota nonprofit is celebrating some good news. A longstanding effort …

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Faith leaders say not all churches have online donation platforms, leaving them at a disadvantage as parishioners in most states are asked to stay home during the pandemic. (Adobe Stock)
Tech Gaps Make it Harder for Smaller Churches to Survive Crisis

MINNEAPOLIS -- Churches across Minnesota are feeling the impact of the economic downturn created by the pandemic. Smaller parishes with no online …

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Much like homeless shelters in the U.S., groups that provide international aid say the new coronavirus could spread rapidly through refugee camps. (Adobe Stock)
MN Relief Group Scrambles to Help Refugees Abroad in Pandemic

MINNEAPOLIS -- An international relief group based in Minnesota is used to responding to conflicts all over the globe, but the pandemic has left it …

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More than 5,000 organizations benefit from Give to the Max Day each year in Minnesota. (Heather Pague/Pixabay)
"Give to the Max Day" Marks 10 Years in MN

ST. PAUL, Minn. — People from across the state, the country and the globe are expected to open their wallets tomorrow to help support a variety …

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