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BCA provides new details in killing of Pope County deputy; suspect ID'd

BCA provides new details in killing of Pope County deputy; suspect ID'd

Bryan Nygard, 34, of Cyrus, Minn., pulled a gun on officers trying to arrest him for suspected domestic violence. The gunfire killed Pope County deputy Josh Owen. The return fire killed Nygard, the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension said Wednesday.
by MPR News Staff

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The Supreme Court ponders when a threat is really a 'true threat'

The Supreme Court ponders when a threat is really a 'true threat'

The court hears arguments Wednesday in a case that looks at whether the prosecution has to show that the defendant frightened his target intentionally.
by Nina Totenberg

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Update: Ongoing standoff came after man abducted son in March

Update: Ongoing standoff came after man abducted son in March

Mankato police asked residents in the Hilltop Lane/Hoffman Road area to shelter in place about 5:15 p.m. Tuesday due to “shots fired.”

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Fox News settles blockbuster defamation lawsuit with Dominion Voting Systems

Fox News settles blockbuster defamation lawsuit with Dominion Voting Systems

Fox News has struck a deal averting a trial in the blockbuster defamation suit filed by the election-tech company Dominion Voting Systems over spurious claims of fraud in the 2020 presidential race.
by David Folkenflik and Mary Yang

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After days of outrage over the shooting of a Black teen, officials charge the gunman

After days of outrage over the shooting of a Black teen, officials charge the gunman

Ralph Yarl, a 16-year-old high school junior, was shot by a white homeowner after he went to the wrong address to pick up his brothers. The shooter was charged on Monday after criticism over delays.
by Becky Sullivan and Jaclyn Diaz

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After Minnesota deputy's on-duty killing, law enforcement officials say the hazards are greater

After Minnesota deputy's on-duty killing, law enforcement officials say the hazards are greater

Two of Pope County deputy Josh Owen’s colleagues were also shot but did not suffer serious injuries. They were among seven Minnesota law enforcement officers shot in the line of duty so far this year amid a sharp increase in assaults on police.
by Matt Sepic

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Minnesota moves to protect Native children as Supreme Court decision looms

Minnesota moves to protect Native children as Supreme Court decision looms

A case currently before the U.S. Supreme Court could affect how American Indian children are treated in the foster care system. In response, Minnesota lawmakers took steps this year to strengthen a state law designed to keep Native children connected to their families and communities.
by Dan Gunderson

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Huge law enforcement escort takes fallen deputy home

Huge law enforcement escort takes fallen deputy home

The town of Glenwood, Minn., lined the streets to welcome home fallen sheriff’s deputy Josh Owen. He died Saturday night after being shot while responding to a domestic violence call.
by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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