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State Department warns Americans not to travel to 5 Mexican states

The highest-level alert cites deadly violence and widespread crime. The frequency of attacks has "limited the U.S. government's ability to provide emergency services to citizens."
by NPR Staff

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Charges: Twin Cities figure skating coach sexually abused student

Thomas Joseph Incantalupo, 47, of St. Louis Park faces criminal sexual conduct counts for having sex with one of his students, who was 14 when the abuse began, the Hennepin County Attorney's Office said Thursday.
by MPR News Staff

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Puerto Rico fears post-Maria murder surge: 11 days, 32 slain

Puerto Rico fears post-Maria murder surge: 11 days, 32 slain

The storm has plunged much of the island into darkness, increased economic hardship and contributed to a sickout by police, all fueling lawlessness.
by Associated Press

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Lynch has appealed sexual misconduct cases at U of M. Now what?

Lynch has appealed sexual misconduct cases at U of M. Now what?

Minnesota Gopher basketball player Reggie Lynch has appealed two cases in which internal University of Minnesota investigations found he violated student codes of conduct. Here's a look at the process.
by Peter Cox

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How do prosecutors decide whether to charge police in fatal shootings?

How do prosecutors decide whether to charge police in fatal shootings?

Ramsey County Attorney John Choi joined MPR's Tom Weber in the studio to talk about how prosecutors make decisions and some of the pressures and decisions Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman may be facing in the shooting of Justine Ruszczyk.
by Tom Weber

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Elderly Christmas cannabis couple arrested again, facing new drug charges

Elderly Christmas cannabis couple arrested again, facing new drug charges

In December, the couple reportedly told police in Nebraska they intended to give the pot as gifts. On Tuesday, they were pulled over not far away on suspicion of possessing $18,000 in drug money.

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Security becomes more visible as Super Bowl approaches

Security becomes more visible as Super Bowl approaches

Security arrangements, including fencing and barriers, are starting to go up around U.S. Bank Stadium.
by Tim Nelson

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Immigration agents descend on 7-Eleven stores in 17 states

Immigration agents descend on 7-Eleven stores in 17 states

The so-called employment audits and interviews with store workers could lead to criminal charges or fines. After inspections, officials plan to look at whether the cases warrant administrative action or criminal investigations.
by The Associated Press

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Outcry after Louisiana teacher arrested during school board meeting

Outcry after Louisiana teacher arrested during school board meeting

A Louisiana teacher questioned whether the school's superintendent should receive a raise. Then she was handcuffed. The city's attorney says the teacher will not face charges.

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