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The minimum wage in both Minneapolis and St. Paul increase Thursday.
Driving the news: Both cities passed phased ordinances that will eventually bring a $15 minimum wage.
Why it matters: For thousands of workers, it means an extra 75 cents or $1 in their pocket every hour.
How it works: In Minneapolis, companies with 100 or fewer employees will have to pay $12.50 an hour, an increase of 75 cents.
In St. Paul, there's a four-tier schedule.