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MN DOC: 57% fewer Minnesotans leaving prison and becoming homeless since 2021
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Emily Pofahl , as published by FOX 9 KMSP (FOX)
· September 7, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Since 2021, the number of Minnesotans in this situation has dropped by 57 percent. The Minnesota Department of Corrections reports a significant decrease in the number of people leaving prison and becoming homeless.
A state program aimed at preventing homelessness is showing progress. The Minnesota Department of Corrections reports a significant decrease in the number of people leaving prison and becoming homeless.
Since 2021, the number of Minnesotans in this situation has dropped by 57 percent. This development comes as efforts are being made to address existing homeless encampments.
Further information about the program and its impact is available from the source, providing more details on the progress being made to prevent homelessness.
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Category: parks Published: September 7, 2026 Source: FOX 9 KMSP (FOX) Reading time: 1 min
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