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Justices to hear property rights dispute over family's land

The Murr family hoped to sell a parcel of land on the St. Croix River, but county officials said that violated conservation rules. The legal fight has turned into an important property rights case that could make it tougher for states to regulate coastal development.
by Associated Press

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Son of US man wanted in Nazi case wants evidence released

Michael Karkoc's son, Andriy Karkoc, said Saturday that his 98-year-old father is innocent. He's asking Sens. Amy Klobuchar and Al Franken to intervene.
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A blind theatergoer's 'Hamilton' lawsuit aims spotlight on Broadway accessibility

The class-action suit brought against the hit musical doesn't seek damages. The attorneys say the hope is to draw attention to Broadway's spotty record in serving audiences with disabilities.
by Jeff Lunden

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Roseville bans sale of dogs, cats at pet stores

Roseville bans sale of dogs, cats at pet stores

The City Council adopted the ban Monday following a citizen-led movement to end the practice, which has been criticized by animal rights advocates who say keeping the animals in cages is harmful.
by The Associated Press

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Minnesota AG yet to decide whether to join new travel ban lawsuit

Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson says she continues to review the president's revised travel ban order and has yet to decide whether to join other states in filing a new complaint against it.
by MPR News Staff

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US attorney Bharara says he was fired after not resigning

An outspoken Manhattan federal prosecutor known for crusading against public corruption says he was fired after refusing to resign.
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Federal judge not ready to rule on blocking new travel ban

The states of Washington and Minnesota argue that sections of the new order have the same effect as the original one and that the federal government can't unilaterally decide to change a court's previous ruling.
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UnitedHealth's Medicare business draws federal scrutiny

A whistleblower lawsuit contends Twin Cities-based UnitedHealth and other insurers have ripped off Medicare for hundreds of millions of dollars. The Justice Department is joining the suit, but UnitedHealth says it's done nothing wrong.
by Martin Moylan

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Japanese courts rule Minnesota children will stay in Japan

Today's ruling by the Osaka District Court overturns a previous decision that the American-born children of James Cook and Hitomi Arimitsu would return to Minnesota.
by Manda Lillie

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International law tangles Minnesota custody battle

International law tangles Minnesota custody battle

A Minnesota family's attempt to settle custody of their four children is caught up in international treaty law with Japan. A court date is set for Friday.
by Manda Lillie

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