Over 40 miles of St. Paul roads to be re-done through sales tax increase
St Paul voters made it clear on election night—they want better roads. They approved a 1% sales tax in the city in order to raise the money to get it done. So now what?
St Paul voters made it clear on election night—they want better roads. They approved a 1% sales tax in the city in order to raise the money to get it done. So now what?
St Paul voters made it clear on election night, they want better roads. They approved a 1% sales tax in the city in order to raise the money to get it done. So now what? David Schuman looks at which streets are now in line for a makeover.
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All 134 seats in the Minnesota House are up for grabs and the outcome will determine the balance of power in St. Paul.
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All 134 seats in the Minnesota House are up for grabs this year.
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Vice presidential candidates Gov. Tim Walz and Senator JD Vance will debate Tuesday night. Some analysts agree the debate could sway swing voters, impacting the race.
Vice presidential candidates Gov. Tim Walz and Senator JD Vance will debate Tuesday night. Some analysts agree the debate could sway swing voters, impacting the race.
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