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Ex-cop Noor guilty of murder in Ruszczyk killing

Ex-cop Noor guilty of murder in Ruszczyk killing

Mohamed Noor was convicted on murder and manslaughter charges in the 2017 shooting death of 911 caller Justine Ruszczyk. It's believed to be the first time a Minnesota police officer has been convicted of murder for shooting someone while on duty.
by Jon Collins and Riham Feshir

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White supremacy as a motivator for crime

White supremacy as a motivator for crime

Once again, an attack allegedly committed by a white supremacist has captured attention. What is the law enforcement response to such violence?
by Tiffany Hanssen, Jeffrey Bissoy and Kelly Gordon

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Jury deliberations continue in the Noor trial

The case went to the jury on Monday after closing arguments by the prosecution and defense. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer talked to University of Minnesota Law School professor JaneAnne Murray to learn more about the charges the jury is considering.
by Cathy Wurzer

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The rise of the Christian left

Evangelical Christians are a powerful force in America. For decades, conservative politicians have claimed the so-called moral majority. Can Democrats change that?
by Tiffany Hanssen and Kelly Gordon

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The pros and cons of warrior-style police training

Warrior training is making headlines in Minnesota, after Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey banned it. What is it and why is it controversial?
by Tiffany Hanssen and Kelly Gordon

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Authorities look at synagogue shooting suspect's social media posts

Authorities look at synagogue shooting suspect's social media posts

Authorities said the suspect, who had no previous contact with law enforcement, may face a hate crime charge in addition to homicide charges when he's arraigned later this week. He was being held without bail, and it was unclear if he had an attorney.
by The Associated Press

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Noor trial: Closing arguments done, case goes to jury

Noor trial: Closing arguments done, case goes to jury

Prosecutors and defense attorneys finished their closing arguments Monday in the trial of Mohamed Noor, leaving jurors to decide the fate of the ex-Minneapolis officer charged in the killing of 911 caller Justine Ruszczyk.
by Brandt Williams, Jon Collins and Riham Feshir

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Worshippers pulled children to safety, came face to face with attacker

Worshippers pulled children to safety, came face to face with attacker

When gunfire erupted inside a Southern California synagogue on the last day of Passover, Shimon Abitbul recalls he immediately placed his 2-year-old grandson on the floor and waited for a break in the shooting to grab the boy and sprint away.
by Associated Press

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As NRA leadership fight spills into public, N.Y. attorney general opens investigation

As NRA leadership fight spills into public, N.Y. attorney general opens investigation

Oliver North's decision to step aside from his NRA leadership role comes amid infighting within the group and follows a number of articles from The New Yorker, The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times detailing allegations of financial mismanagement by senior NRA officials.
by Tim Mak

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