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EF5 tornado that killed 3 in North Dakota was the nation's first in 12 years

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.
by The Associated Press and MPR News Staff

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When the sea went strange: A Minnesota connection to the National Book Awards

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.
by Emily Bright

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3 people injured after plane crash in Aitkin County

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.
by MPR News Staff

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Federal judge declines to immediately block National Guard deployment in Illinois

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.
by Joe Hernandez

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Kremlin welcomes Trump's comments on Putin's offer to extend the New START nuclear arms pact

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.
by The Associated Press

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