Minnesota lawmakers are looking to crack down on renters who purchase fraudulent documents for service or emotional support animals in order to evade landlords’ pet restrictions and fees. The Senate…
Category: Regional News in Review
Facility for children, teens opens
During her 16 years working at the adult psychiatric hospital in Anoka, Paula Marsh-Geurts often thought, “If only we could’ve got them when they were younger.” Now there’s hope, she…
Shock devices officially banned
Federal officials have banned electrical shock devices used to discourage aggressive, self-harming behavior in people living with disabilities. The announcement from the Food and Drug Administration follows years of pressure…
BCA hires liaison to help families
As part of an initiative to reduce police shootings, a state agency has hired a liaison to work with victims and families involved in officer-involved shootings. The Minnesota Department of…
ASL dispute results in legal settlement
To settle a federal lawsuit over American Sign Language (ASL) accommodations, the St. Paul City Council approved a $95,000 payout in February. The council also agreed to make additional changes…