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April 14, 2021
FILE - In this Monday, Nov. 10, 2008 file photo, Bishop Michael J. Hoeppner of Crookston, Minn. prays during a semi-annual meeting of the United State

Minnesota bishop resigns at pope's request after abuse coverup

Bishop is first in U.S. disciplined under new Vatican policies.
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April 14, 2021
Connected by police encounter deaths, Floyd and Wright families embrace in public sorrow

Connected by police encounter deaths, Floyd and Wright families embrace in public sorrow

They drew a line connecting their grief, their calls for justice and their calls for reform.
Local
April 14, 2021
Kimberly A. Potter, seen in 2007, was identified Monday, April 12, as the officer who fatally shot Daunte Wright, 20. on Sunday in Brooklyn Center.

Charges are likely today in Wright killing

Washington County Attorney Pete Orput said Tuesday that he's spent hours reviewing video and other evidence.
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April 14, 2021
The State Patrol made a line in front of the Brooklyn Center police department after a rally in response to the death of Daunte Wright, Tuesday, April

Protesters, police clash for third night after Daunte Wright's death

An estimated 800 to 1,000 protesters were outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department. Dozens of officers in riot gear, along with National Guard, stood on the other side of a metal fence. As the crowd shouted and shook the fence, police began deploying flash-bang grenades.
Local
April 13, 2021
Former Brooklyn Center Police Chief Tim Gannon

Brooklyn Center police chief, officer who shot Daunte Wright resign

The departures were among a series of rapid-fire leadership changes at City Hall.
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April 13, 2021
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April 13, 2021
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St. Cloud revives plan for new Mississippi crossing, highway around city

Planning agencies are studying a beltline around city to reduce congestion.
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April 13, 2021
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Somebody is flushing mop heads down the toilet in Crystal

They can get stuck in mains and block pipes. They also can get tangled in pumps, which could lead to sewage backups into basements, an official said.
Local
April 13, 2021

Watch the replay: Previously unseen body cam video is shown to Chauvin jury

Local
April 13, 2021
Day 24 of Derek Chauvin trial: Longtime police instructor testified for the defense

Day 24 of Derek Chauvin trial: Longtime police instructor testified for the defense

Barry Brodd, a private consultant and expert in use of force, said he reviewed all the evidence: "I felt that Derek Chauvin was justified in acting with objective reasonableness and acting within Police Department policy."
Local
April 13, 2021
Daunte Wright's mother, Katie, eulogized her son at the vigil for him Monday night, April 12, 2021, in Brooklyn Center. She and husband Aubrey appeare

Daunte Wright's mother said she was on the phone during traffic stop, says son was afraid of police

Daunte Wright's mom says police asked son and passenger to hang up the phone.
Local
April 13, 2021
The State Patrol made a line in front of the Brooklyn Center police department after a rally in response to the death of Daunte Wright, Tuesday, April

Twin Cities, suburbs impose curfews after Wright killing, unrest

The curfews go into effect at 10 p.m. Tuesday, with earlier curfews in Brooklyn Park, Champlin.
Local
April 13, 2021

Minneapolis, St. Paul, Brooklyn Center, other suburbs impose curfews after Wright killing, unrest

Local
April 13, 2021
U.S. Rep Angie Craig, right, met with members of the Harris family, whose 28-year-old son Josh wasn't able to receive any stimulus checks from earlier

Stimulus package benefits millions of families with adult dependents

Last month's relief package expands payments for many dependents who didn't qualify in earlier rounds.
April 13, 2021
Marissa Tappy prayed Monday afternoon at the base of the fist, first installed at George Floyd Square. ] JEFF WHEELER • jeff.wheeler@startribune.com

Brooks: We didn't learn from George Floyd

No justice, no peace, even when you prosecute police
Local
April 13, 2021
BFI's Pine Bend landfill an independent hauler is pulling out after jumping - BFI truck in ***** round.

Renewable natural gas plant planned for landfill in Inver Grove Heights

The facility is the first of its kind in Minnesota.
Local
April 13, 2021
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1,367 new COVID-19 cases, 3 more deaths reported in Minnesota

Young Minnesotans account for 23% of new cases
Local
April 13, 2021
More unrest as chief says officer meant to use Taser on Wright

More unrest as chief says officer meant to use Taser on Wright

After post-curfew clashes outside the Brooklyn Center police station Monday night, officials said 40 people were arrested. In Minneapolis, more than a dozen were arrested for looting and curfew violations.
Local
April 13, 2021
Kimberly A. Potter, seen in 2007, was identified Monday, April 12, as the officer who fatally shot Daunte Wright, 20. on Sunday in Brooklyn Center.

Officer who fatally shot man in Brooklyn Center is 26-year veteran

She got her police license in 1995 at age 22, according to state records.
Duluth
April 13, 2021
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Duluth's Spirit Mountain turns profit, plans to add new lounge, skate rink

New amenities will be coupled with increased prices.

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