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EF5 tornado that killed 3 in North Dakota was the nation's first in 12 years
Meteorologists say a deadly tornado in North Dakota tornado this summer has been upgraded to an top-of-the-scale EF5, and was the first on American soil in 12 years. The June 20 twister killed three people and at its largest was over a mile wide as it touched down for just over 12 miles.
When the sea went strange: A Minnesota connection to the National Book Awards
Ethan Rutherford, a Minnesota-connected author, earned a National Book Award longlist spot for his surreal, environmentally charged debut novel “North Sun,” a lyrical whaling tale that blends history with myth.
3 people injured after plane crash in Aitkin County
The crash happened just before 4:30 p.m. Sunday near the McGregor Airport. First responders found the crashed plane about a half-mile southeast of the airport.
Federal judge declines to immediately block National Guard deployment in Illinois
A federal judge in Illinois declined to immediately block the Trump administration from deploying National Guard troops in the state, giving the administration until Wednesday night to respond to the lawsuit filed by Illinois and Chicago.
Kremlin welcomes Trump's comments on Putin's offer to extend the New START nuclear arms pact
The Kremlin has welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump’s comments about Russia’s offer to extend the last remaining nuclear arms treaty with the United States, saying it raises hope for keeping the pact alive after it expires in February.
Pivotal talks between Israel and Hamas begin in Egypt on eve of Gaza war anniversary
Israeli and Hamas officials have launched indirect talks in Egypt on a potential ceasefire in Gaza. They are discussing the U.S.-drafted peace plan to end the war on the eve of its second anniversary.
Former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez is now facing a felony charge in Indianapolis altercation
Former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez is now facing a felony charge of battery involving serious bodily injury in addition to the misdemeanor charges stemming from a weekend incident in Indianapolis that led to his arrest.