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The Francis Scott Key bridge in Baltimore collapses after a ship crashed into it

The Francis Scott Key bridge in Baltimore collapses after a ship crashed into it

A part of a Baltimore bridge serving as a vital highway artery and an East Coast shipping hub collapsed early Tuesday morning after a container ship crashed into it, sending people into the water.
by Ayana Archie

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Discarded batteries a growing fire risk for garbage handlers

Discarded batteries a growing fire risk for garbage handlers

Discarded rechargeable batteries pose a growing fire risk at garbage and recycling facilities. Minnesota officials hope to change an outdated state law to address the threat.
by Dan Gunderson

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Source: Federal grand jury called in killing of three Burnsville first responders

A federal grand jury has been convened in connection to the Burnsville shooting that took the lives of three first responders, according to a source with knowledge of the investigation.
by Cathy Wurzer, Matt Sepic and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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Wisconsin officials release names of 7 Virginia residents killed in crash that claimed 9 lives

Wisconsin officials release names of 7 Virginia residents killed in crash that claimed 9 lives

Authorities have released the names of seven Virginia residents who were killed when the van they were in collided with a semi-trailer in western Wisconsin, leaving a 2-year-old as the only survivor. 
by The Associated Press

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State investigators back at site of Lutsen Resort fire this week

State investigators back at site of Lutsen Resort fire this week

State fire investigators will be back at Lutsen Resort along Minnesota’s North Shore this week as they continue working to determine the cause of the massive fire that destroyed the resort’s main lodge last month.
by MPR News Staff

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