The Associated Press reports Italy has banned loans of work to the Minneapolis Institute of Art “following a dispute with the U.S. museum over an ancient marble statue believed to have been looted from Italy almost a half-century ago.”
Becky Z. Dernbach with Sahan Journal reports Minneapolis teachers will vote Thursday to authorize a strike after months of negotiations.
Pioneer Press’ Jess Myers reports Al Shaver, voice of the North Stars has died at age 96.
Jordan Sansom with KAAL-TV writes the Rochester Education Association Vince Wagner defended a policy that has caused controversy among parents. “The guideline says district employees can’t disclose any information that may reveal a student’s gender identity to staff members, students, or parents of other students.”
Adam Uren with Bring Me the News reports American Crystal Sugar Co. has been fined $350,000 due to air quality violations at their East Grand Forks facility.
Elizabeth Shockman with MPR News reports Anoka-Hennepin have avoided a budget shutdown after one member threatened to over equity programs.
WDIO reports former Minnesota Senator, and polka legend, Florian Chmielewski has died. “For over 75 years, Florian Chmielewski brought polka music to the region with the Chmielewski Family Funtime Band, continuing to play well into his 90s.”
St. Cloud Live’s Trent Abrego reports 350 workers at Fulfillment Distribution Center will be laid off this fall.
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