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Prosecution moves forward after alleged Hortman assassin waives hearings

Prosecution moves forward after alleged Hortman assassin waives hearings

Vance Boelter made another brief appearance in a St. Paul federal courtroom Thursday, where he waived his right to the hearings that had been scheduled. Boelter is charged with killing former DFL House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark.
by Matt Sepic

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After several years of July Fourth violence, law enforcement step up safety measures in Minneapolis

After several years of July Fourth violence, law enforcement step up safety measures in Minneapolis

Minneapolis police are planning for large crowds for multiple events this July Fourth weekend, and they hope to avoid a repeat of the mayhem that plagued the last three Independence Day holidays.
by Nina Moini, Matt Sepic and Ellie Roth

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This doctor specializes in diagnosing child abuse. Some of her conclusions have been called into question.

This doctor specializes in diagnosing child abuse. Some of her conclusions have been called into question.

Dr. Nancy Harper is a leading child abuse pediatrician who testifies in trials across the Midwest. She’s claimed to have never incorrectly diagnosed a shaken baby syndrome case, but some judges and juries seem to seem to disagree

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Human remains identified as missing Columbia Heights teen

Authorities in Anoka County announced early Tuesday that human remains found over the weekend have been identified as those of Manny Collins, a 16-year-old from Columbia Heights who went missing in May.
by MPR News Staff

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Murders are down nationwide. Researchers point to a key reason

Murders are down nationwide. Researchers point to a key reason

Homicides are falling dramatically in many U.S. cities, after a surge in 2020 and 2021. Analysts say a reinvestment in communities from local government after the pandemic's disruption is a key reason.
by Meg Anderson

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Hoffman and family say they suffered ‘emotional trauma’ after shooting and are recovering

Hoffman and family say they suffered ‘emotional trauma’ after shooting and are recovering

In a statement released Sunday, the Hoffmans say they are in stable condition, but “face a long road ahead” as they continue to recover from “physical injuries and emotional trauma.”
by Todd Melby and MPR News Staff

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