With Thanksgiving coming up this week, holiday season is officially underway. But for one family in Minnesota, getting together with family and friends feels challenging this year after a divisive election.
Local pediatricians are worried about the state’s slide in vaccinations. They’re seeing skepticism rising among parents and politicians sowing doubts. MPR News asked Dr. Andrea Singh, who leads the pediatrics department at Park Nicollet, about what pediatricians are seeing.
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🌿 Judge halts cannabis license lottery that is precursor to Minnesota marijuana retail launch. A judge sided with a group of applicants who had been denied access to the social equity pre-approval lottery. They sued over a process they argued had lacked clear criteria and that left no room for appeals.
🏛️ Lawsuit challenges Minnesota abortion access in federal court.The lawsuit alleges three women “were all subjected to the termination of their parental rights and relationships with their children by involuntary and unwanted abortions.” The lawsuit also argues that “abortion, as practiced under Minnesota law, is not medical treatment.”
🗳️ Minnesota House recounts keep two DFLers in the lead, court challenge likely. A pair of DFL lawmakers remained on track to keep their House seats after their election counts were affirmed Monday, which keeps the chamber on course to be tied next year. But the result of one race is likely headed to court.
⛏️ Minnesota DNR delays decision on key proposed copper-nickel mine permit. A judge said NewRange’s plan to use a kind of clay known as bentonite to safely store reactive mine waste was not “practical and workable" because it wouldn’t prevent water from moving over or through the tailings.
🎅 Critical DMs: Tomte at the American Swedish Institute. Max Sparber and Alex V. Cipolle explore the quirky, cozy and occasionally ominous Scandinavian traditions showcased in the American Swedish Institute's exhibition, "Tomte: the Gnome, the Myth, the Legend."
🎧 To bring or not to bring flowers for your Thanksgiving dinner host. The consensus is that everyone loves a thoughtful gesture, but don’t make more work for the host.
