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Family members say Somali suspect lived 'simple life'

Family members say Somali suspect lived 'simple life'

Family members of Mahamud Said Omar say he lived a simple yet luckless life in Minneapolis. He shared an apartment with one of his brothers, complained of sleepless nights, and crisscrossed the country in search of work.
by Laura Yuen

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Job market even tougher for ex-offenders

Finding a job in this economy is difficult, and with a criminal background it's even more so. At the same time, foundations are cutting funds for ex-offender work programs.
by Rupa Shenoy

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Judge drops case against family that denied chemo

A Brown County judge has closed the case on a teenager whom the court forced to undergo chemotherapy against his family's wishes.

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Minn. burger joint settles with McDonald's over ad

A Minnesota hamburger parlor that sued McDonald's Corp. in federal court over the phrase, "Who's your patty?" has settled the issue.

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Minn. lawyers to pay more to fund public defenders

The Minnesota Supreme Court is hiking registration fees for lawyers to raise more money for public defenders and legal aid for the poor.

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New Minn. law spurs 10,000 seat belt citations

Minnesota law enforcers are making full use of a new seat belt law, issuing 10,081 citations during a special crackdown in October.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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Klobuchar recommends Nelson for federal judge

U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar is recommending that a federal magistrate judge be named as the next U.S. District Court judge in Minnesota.

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Minn. panels to look at criminal forfeiture laws

Five legislative panels meet Thursday to examine Minnesota's laws on forfeiture and seizure of property involved in crimes.

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Rochester retailer settles discimination suit

A national chain of arts and crafts stores has agreed to pay $35,000 to a former employee of its store in Rochester, Minn., in response to allegations that the woman was discriminated against because she used a wheelchair.
by Madeleine Baran

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