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Chauvin released after posting $1 million bond; Walz activates National Guard

Chauvin released after posting $1 million bond; Walz activates National Guard

Gov. Tim Walz activated the Minnesota National Guard Wednesday after Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer charged with murder in the killing of George Floyd, was released Wednesday from custody after posting $1 million bond.
by Brandt Williams and Jon Collins

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As schools promise racial equity, the path forward is often met with resistance

As schools promise racial equity, the path forward is often met with resistance

After the killing of George Floyd, many Minnesota K-12 administrators publicly declared their commitment to making their schools more equal and inclusive. But experts say much more than public commitment and statements of support are needed to dismantle the long-running and deeply entrenched inequalities that plague Minnesota’s education system. 
by Riham Feshir

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Attorney: MPD fails to investigate reporter assault case where woman falsely charged

The original criminal complaint said police received a tip that the woman attacked a reporter during an August protest in Minneapolis, and charged her with riot and assault. However, she was camping at a state park in Aitkin County at the time. The city attorney’s office dropped the charges Friday.
by Jon Collins

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Cities declare racism a health crisis, but some doubt impact

Cities declare racism a health crisis, but some doubt impact

Local leaders say formally acknowledging the role racism plays not just in health care but in housing, the environment, policing and food access is a bold step, especially when it wasn't always a common notion among public health experts. But what the declarations do to address systemic inequalities vary widely, with skeptics saying they are merely symbolic.
by The Associated Press

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Police: 3 killed in crash during Minneapolis police chase

Three people have died after a stolen vehicle in which they were riding crashed while being chased by police in Minneapolis early Monday, authorities said.
by The Associated Press

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Vote on Minnesota Supreme Court seat overshadowed by other races

Vote on Minnesota Supreme Court seat overshadowed by other races

There’s a relatively quiet campaign underway for the Minnesota Supreme Court. Even though it’s a statewide election, many fewer Minnesotans are expected to vote on it than will vote for president.
by Tim Pugmire

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Michigan Supreme Court rules against governor's emergency powers

Michigan Supreme Court rules against governor's emergency powers

The Michigan Supreme Court said Gov. Gretchen Whitmer lacked the authority to extend a state of emergency past April 30. Whitmer had cited two state laws in extending her emergency declarations.
by Jason Slotkin

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