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Wisconsin school shooter had 2 handguns, used only 1 in attack that killed student, teacher

Wisconsin school shooter had 2 handguns, used only 1 in attack that killed student, teacher

A Wisconsin police chief says the shooter at a religious school in Madison had two handguns with her but used only one in the attack that killed a teacher and a student and wounded six others. 
by The Associated Press

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Report: Minnesota gun deaths declined in 2023

Report: Minnesota gun deaths declined in 2023

The number of Minnesotans who died as a result of gun-related incidents in 2023, is lower than in past years.  But the advocacy group which released the report say stronger laws still needed to reduce gun deaths.
by MPR News Staff

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‘Pure evil’: Madeline Kingsbury’s family, friends decry abuse that led to her murder

‘Pure evil’: Madeline Kingsbury’s family, friends decry abuse that led to her murder

Before sentencing Adam Fravel to a mandatory term of life without parole, Judge Nancy Buytendorp noted the profound effect of his abuse — a pattern of behavior that led him ultimately to kill his former partner. 
by Matt Sepic

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Judge OKs $109 million settlement in Minnesota property forfeiture case

Judge OKs $109 million settlement in Minnesota property forfeiture case

It’s the final step in a legal battle that stretched on for five years, and clears the way for some former homeowners whose property was seized due to delinquent taxes to claim money.
by Kirsti Marohn

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In disputed Shakopee-area legislative race, voters share what was on uncounted ballots

In disputed Shakopee-area legislative race, voters share what was on uncounted ballots

While 20 ballots believed to have been discarded before being counted won’t be recovered, some voters who cast those missing ballots shared what was on them. They appear to show Rep. Brad Tabke’s narrow lead would stand up.
by Dana Ferguson

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