School Funding Vote: Minnesota voters will see a constitutional amendment this fall that would boost annual distributions from the state’s $2.4 billion Permanent School Fund, with supporters saying it adds money without new taxes and critics warning it won’t cover wider district budget pressures. Vikings Personnel: The Vikings agreed to bring back safety Harrison Smith on a one-year deal worth up to about $16 million with incentives, a move aimed at stabilizing the secondary. Twins Injury Update: Joe Ryan’s rehab is trending toward a return; the Twins say there’s a “good chance” his next start could be in the majors after a bullpen session and a strong rehab outing. Workforce Development: Minnesota marked Workforce Development Month in September, highlighting efforts to connect job seekers and employers as AI, childcare and other barriers complicate hiring and job searches. AI Deepfake Law: A federal judge kept Minnesota’s “AI nudification” app ban in effect after xAI’s challenge, allowing fines and lawsuits to proceed. Public Safety & Housing: A downtown Minneapolis mass shooting at Shoreline Plaza dealt a setback to a neighborhood and to building owners who had been trying to improve safety and evict problem tenants. Energy Prices: GasBuddy data shows diesel and midgrade prices remain volatile, with some Minnesota counties reporting notably lower diesel or midgrade deals in the week ending Aug. 29.