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Honda says it failed to report more than 1,700 deaths, injuries

Honda says it failed to report more than 1,700 deaths, injuries

The automaker blames an error in its databases for the omissions. Meanwhile, the company could face a fine of up to $35 million as a result of the under-reporting.
by Sam Sanders

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Woman says exploding airbag left her blind

Woman says exploding airbag left her blind

A North Oaks woman permanently blinded by an airbag says she doesn't want others to suffer the same fate. U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar has taken an interest in her case.
by Brandt Williams

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Neighbors rescue family from burning home

John Doffing and his 17-year-old son were outside putting up Christmas lights when they saw smoke and fire.
by The Associated Press

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Fire at La Crosse fuels plant extinguished

Officials say the explosion erupted in an above-ground tank containing diesel fuel and asphalt at Midwest Fuels early Wednesday morning.
by The Associated Press

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Clearing of MH17 debris begins in Eastern Ukraine

A recovery team has begun collecting debris from the Malaysia Airlines flight MH17, four months after the Boeing 777 was shot down over eastern Ukraine, killing all 289 aboard.

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Officials call for improved rail safety after trains derail in N.D.

The Cass County Sheriff's office said two trains traveling at very low speeds have derailed in rural Casselton. Two trains derailed outside Casselton last year.
by Dan Gunderson

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Survey: Red Cross employees doubt leadership, ethics

The results come on the heels of recent reporting that the charity struggled to meet victims' basic needs and diverted resources for public relations.
by Laura Sullivan

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School bus joy ride ends in early morning crash

A stolen bus driven by a 15-year-old boy sideswiped another vehicle on Highway 32 near Ulen, Minnesota, northwest of Detroit Lakes, officials said.
by Jon Collins

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Mother Nature delivers a one-two punch in Minnesota

Mother Nature delivers a one-two punch in Minnesota

Slippery slopes, semis in the ditch and a grinding commute are all part of Minnesota's snowy landscape as the state grapples with the season's first major winter storm. Another wave of snow is expected Monday night into Tuesday morning.
by Jon Collins and Peter Cox

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