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Combat training is a rite of passage for police recruits. It's left a trail of deaths and injuries
Combat training drills are a rite of passage for police recruits nationwide, and an Associated Press investigation finds they've left a trail of deaths and injuries. The drills are frequently referred to as RedMan training for the brand and color of protective gear participants wear.
 Jordan says its air force joined U.S. strikes on Islamic State in Syria
Jordan confirms its air force joined U.S. strikes on Islamic State targets in Syria. The U.S. launched these strikes on Friday to retaliate for the killing of three U.S. citizens by a Syrian gunman earlier this month.
Anthony Edwards returns with a late flourish for the Timberwolves in a clutch win over the Thunder
Anthony Edwards returned from a three-game injury absence with 26 points and 12 rebounds for the Minnesota Timberwolves in a 112-107 victory over the NBA-leading Oklahoma City Thunder.
Solstice: Winter transition brings sacred teachings and family traditions
Ojibwe author James Vukelich Kaagegaabaw shares how the transition into winter is a culturally significant time for family groups to prepare for winter and share sacred teachings, songs, and stories.
Arboretum in Baxter debuts new forest skating trail: ‘If we build it, they will come’
The trail opening Sunday at the Northland Arboretum in Baxter winds through snow-covered pine trees and fields in a loop just under half a mile long. Unlike a frozen lake or smooth rink, there are curves, hills and occasional bumps.
U.S. House passes bill to remove wolves from endangered species protection list
The U.S. House passed a bill Thursday to remove wolves from the federal endangered species list. If it passes, it would return wolf management to states, including Minnesota—which could decide to authorize wolf hunting seasons. It now moves to the Senate.
 The shortest day of the year is descending on the Northern Hemisphere. Here's what to know
Sunday marks the shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, signaling the start of astronomical winter. In the Southern Hemisphere, it's the longest day, marking the beginning of summer.