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Mar 17, 2026

Restricting Abusers’ Access to Firearms Helps Prevent Violence

Early in the legislative session, Gov. Tim Walz introduced a gun violence prevention package that includes provisions to strengthen gun…

Mar 16, 2026

5 Facts with Roxane Battle

WFM’s Vice President of Communications & Strategist Initiatives, Roxane Battle, a former news anchor and now author, joined KSTP-TV recently…

Mar 13, 2026

Cabinet’s Day at the Capitol

Mar 2, 2026

2026 Status of Women & Girls in Minnesota Executive Summary

Women in Minnesota are leading – in schools, at home, in health care, nonprofits, as activists, and in elected office…

Feb 27, 2026

On Air with Gloria Perez and Jason DeRusha

The Immigrant Rapid Response Fund has raised over $10 million to support organizations leading recovery with impacted families and communities….

Feb 24, 2026

Speaking Up & Out – Sandy Vargas’ Legacy of Change

By Ann Harrington Sandy Vargas never expected to be able to leave a financial legacy. She grew up in modest…

Feb 12, 2026

Love Letter from Minnesota

Dear World, You have reminded us of the power of true love. When we began this journey, we knew how…

Jan 7, 2026

Statement on ICE in Minneapolis

Nov 17, 2025

Investing in Economic Opportunity Grows the Power of Community

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