Minneapolis City Council votes to decriminalize drug paraphernalia
The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday voted to decriminalize drug paraphernalia, echoing a move Minnesota lawmakers made years ago.
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Anthony Bettin is a web producer at CBS Minnesota. He primarily covers breaking news and sports, with a focus on the Minnesota Vikings.
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The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday voted to decriminalize drug paraphernalia, echoing a move Minnesota lawmakers made years ago.
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