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Florida State gunman used deputy mom’s former service weapon to kill 2 and wound 6, authorities say

Florida State gunman used deputy mom’s former service weapon to kill 2 and wound 6, authorities say

The 20-year-old son of a sheriff’s deputy opened fire Thursday at Florida State University with his mother’s former service weapon, killing two people and wounding at least six others, investigators said.
by The Associated Press

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Police scanners in Minneapolis fall silent as MPD encrypts radio traffic

Police scanners in Minneapolis fall silent as MPD encrypts radio traffic

You’ll no longer be able to use a scanner or smartphone app to listen to police communications. The department says encryption is needed to protect the safety of officers and the privacy of crime victims, but some critics have transparency concerns.
by Matt Sepic

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Teen run over, injured while playing 'Nerf Wars' in Sauk Rapids

Teen run over, injured while playing 'Nerf Wars' in Sauk Rapids

The teen’s injuries were not life-threatening. The Nerf Wars game, in which high school students wage public battles using foam dart guns, has raised safety concerns across Minnesota for years.
by Kirsti Marohn

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A man is arrested after an arson fire forces Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro and family to flee mansion

A man is arrested after an arson fire forces Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro and family to flee mansion

Police say a man has been arrested after a suspected arson fire at the Pennsylvania governor’s mansion while Gov. Josh Shapiro and his family slept inside. Shapiro, his family and guests were evacuated early Sunday from the Harrisburg residence after being awakened by state troopers. 
by The Associated Press

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