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Stories from April 16, 2023

4 were killed and 28 injured in a shooting at a teen's birthday party in Alabama

4 were killed and 28 injured in a shooting at a teen's birthday party in Alabama

The attack in the city of Dadeville came as people were gathering to celebrate a 16th birthday. Authorities have offered little information about a suspect, about the victims and about what happened.
by Juliana Kim, Kyle Gassiott and Emma Bowman

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The snow isn't over: Storm totals, weather advisories and warnings

The snow isn't over: Storm totals, weather advisories and warnings

We have an update on snow totals and additional snow that’s expected Sunday afternoon and evening. Some spots will see snow linger into Monday. We also have an update on river levels.
by Ron Trenda

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SpaceX prepares to launch its mammoth rocket 'Starship'

SpaceX prepares to launch its mammoth rocket 'Starship'

Starship is the largest rocket ever built. The company hopes it will one day take people to the moon and Mars. But first it has to fly.
by Geoff Brumfiel

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Are you getting more voice notes these days? You're not alone

Are you getting more voice notes these days? You're not alone

Also colloquially known as a "voice text" or "voice message," the feature has been in our phones for years. But only recently has it emerged as a go-to communication method — especially for Gen Z.
by Emma Bowman

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The $1.6 billion Dominion v. Fox News trial starts Monday. Catch up here

The $1.6 billion Dominion v. Fox News trial starts Monday. Catch up here

Dominion Voting Systems is suing Fox News and its parent company Fox Corp. for knowingly airing false claims that its machines rigged the 2020 election against ex-President Donald Trump.
by Mary Yang

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Winter effects linger on lawns: Unsightly mold and gnawed trees

Winter effects linger on lawns: Unsightly mold and gnawed trees

The deep winter snow melting away is revealing some unsightly effects on lawns. Snow mold and animal damage to trees and shrubs have many homeowners wondering what to do.
by Dan Gunderson

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Pope County, Minn., deputy killed, 2 other officers shot responding to domestic call

Pope County, Minn., deputy killed, 2 other officers shot responding to domestic call

A Pope County sheriff's deputy is dead after he was shot while attempting to arrest a man suspected of domestic violence in the western Minnesota town of Cyrus Saturday night. Another deputy and a police officer from Starbuck were also struck by gunfire.
by MPR News Staff

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