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Younger teens start receiving virus vaccine in Minnesota
Expansion of immunization drive comes as the state reports 1,011 new cases and 19 virus deaths.
Man operating 3-wheel motorcycle on western Wisconsin highway dies in crash
His passenger was seriously hurt, authorities said.
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Viking cruising into St. Paul for Mississippi River tours in 2022
The international cruise line will offer a 15-day itinerary from St. Paul to New Orleans.
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N.D. truck driver dies in crossover crash on I-94 near Albany
A woman was seriously injured in a second crash that happened in the backup.
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Charges: 3 vandalized former California home of Chauvin defense witness
The vandalism occurred days after the witness said George Floyd was "resting comfortably" at one point on the pavement shortly before his death.
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St. Cloud bank robber charged in federal court
Man, 35, allegedly had scissors and held five hostage over nine hours.
Minnesota companies weigh vaccine mandates for workers
Mandates are too sensitive for governments, but businesses have latitude to impose them.
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Judge backs aggravating factors in Chauvin trial, clears way for longer prison term
Judge Peter Cahill finds that former officer Derek Chauvin abused authority, treated George Floyd "with particular cruelty."
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Tou Thao's attorneys call into question medical examiner's testimony in Chauvin trial
Dr. Roger Mitchell's accusations created a "chilling effect" for Thao and violate his rights to due process, the motion said.
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Owners of St. Paul's Amsterdam Bar fear impact of planned bike lane
Loss of parking could impact bar's bottom line, which affects city, too.
Warren Beck, Galleria developer who helped shape the west metro, dies at 75
He cultivated the Galleria in Edina as an intimate mix of local and national brands.
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Minn. Senate GOP wants to use COVID funds to slash tuition
Senate Republicans are pushing a 5% tuition cut in exchange for funding the Minnesota State college system and want the University of Minnesota to slash its tuition by 3%.
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Council panel: Mpls. won't indemnify Kroll, former union boss, in protest lawsuits
The matter still must go before the full council for a final vote, which is considered something of a formality.
3M pays $80,000 over handling of hazardous waste in Cottage Grove
Leaking of 'extremely toxic' hydrofluoric acid cited among problems.
Minnesota Department of Corrections fires guard who drunkenly confronted protesters
Citing 'deeply disturbing' conduct, DOC terminates 26-year veteran.
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Murder charge: Gunman shot woman in back of head in downtown Minneapolis as she tried to flee
A man also was wounded during the entire incident, according to the prosecution.
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Minneapolis council is warned against using city resources to advocate for policing ballot questions
The future of the Minneapolis Police Department has dominated conversations in City Hall — and in the looming elections.
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Carleton College appoints prolific fundraiser as its next president
Alison Byerly will succeed longtime President Steven Poskanzer.
Minnesota DNR must revisit hard rock mining rules, judge says
Copper mine opponents win first-ever lawsuit under Section 10 of the Minnesota Environmental Rights Act.
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