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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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Chauvin murder conviction upheld in George Floyd killing

Chauvin murder conviction upheld in George Floyd killing

Minnesota's Court of Appeals has upheld Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin's second-degree murder conviction for the May 2020 killing of George Floyd.
by The Associated Press

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Minnesota settles case against e-cigarette maker Juul

Minnesota settles case against e-cigarette maker Juul

Minnesota announced a settlement Monday in its lawsuit against Juul Labs and tobacco giant Altria — the first of thousands of cases against the e-cigarette maker to reach trial — just ahead of closing arguments.
by The Associated Press

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Supreme Court looks at whether Medicare and Medicaid were overbilled under fraud law

Supreme Court looks at whether Medicare and Medicaid were overbilled under fraud law

Arguments on Tuesday center on a powerful tool for fighting fraud in government contracts and programs. The case examines whether major pharmacies knowingly overcharged Medicare and Medicaid.
by Nina Totenberg

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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 $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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