AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoElection: Amy Klobuchar and Lisa Demuth clashed in their first gubernatorial debate over taxes, health care and fraud. Early voting is underway, and Minnesota has opened an online form for reporting election intimidation. Omar Inquiry: Federal investigators are examining Rep. Ilhan Omar’s immigration history; Omar says the probe is an effort to intimidate her. Public Health: Gov. Tim Walz urged Minnesotans to get flu, COVID-19 and measles vaccines. The state has reported 42 measles cases this year, including recent clusters in Fillmore and Todd counties. Health Care: Minnesota hospital leaders warn rising costs and federal funding changes could worsen access to care statewide. Jobs: 3M plans to begin laying off 62 workers at its Fairmont plant on Dec. 18, ahead of its scheduled closure at month’s end. Transit: The Green Line Extension is now expected to open June 12, 2027—12 years after its original target, with projected costs of $3.58 billion. Safety: A 79-year-old Pequot Lakes man died after his e-bike crossed Highway 371 and was struck by a semi; the crash remains under investigation. Sports: The Timberwolves open their season in Miami, with new guard LaMelo Ball joining Anthony Edwards.
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