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Sherman Alexie apologizes amid sexual misconduct allegations

Sherman Alexie apologizes amid sexual misconduct allegations

"Over the years, I have done things that have harmed other people, including those I love most deeply," the author said in a statement. "To those whom I have hurt, I genuinely apologize. I am so sorry."
by The Associated Press

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A brief history of the AR-15

A brief history of the AR-15

The semi-automatic rifle has been in wide circulation for more than a half-century. In recent years, gunmen have used AR-15-style weapons to carry out many of the country's worst mass shootings.
by Greg Myre

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St. Cloud Diocese to file for bankruptcy after abuse claims

A three-year window that lifted the statute of limitations on past allegations of clergy abuse in Minnesota ended in May 2016. The diocese received 74 civil claims during that time.
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Newly released videos show Mpls. cop shooting at car

The Hennepin County Attorney's office released several videos Wednesday that show a Minneapolis police officer shooting at a car full of people.
by Peter Cox

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Mpls. abuse case: What we know now

Mpls. abuse case: What we know now

The abuse and neglect case pending against the parents of two developmentally delayed 21-year-old twins disturbed even the prosecutor, who called their home a "house of horrors." Here is what we know to date.
by Brandt Williams and Jon Collins

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As Stoneman Douglas resumes class, survivors become students once more

As Stoneman Douglas resumes class, survivors become students once more

Two weeks after a gunman killed 17 people at the high school, students returned to class Wednesday -- this time joined by police officers, grief counselors and supporters cheering them on.
by Colin Dwyer

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Trump backs conflicting gun measures while negotiating with lawmakers on TV

Trump backs conflicting gun measures while negotiating with lawmakers on TV

In a freewheeling talk with Republicans and Democrats on efforts to curtail gun violence, President Trump appeared to throw his support behind efforts that are opposed by the powerful gun lobby.

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Minneapolis man and teen charged in gang rape of woman

Prosecutors say the victim was kidnapped and driven to a rural area. She escaped after convincing her captors to stop for gas. Another teen could be charged in the case.
by Tim Nelson

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