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14 protestors calling on Walz to divest from Israel cited for trespassing at his residence
About a 100 people had gathered to call on the state to cut financial ties with Israel, ahead of Thursday’s State Board of Investment meeting, where dozens of Minnesotans also urged divestment from accounts that benefit Israel.
Memorial for Burnsville officers, paramedic hits a nerve with first responders community
Family members of first responders tearfully watched Wednesday’s memorial to Burnsville police officers Matthew Ruge and Paul Elmstrand and firefighter-paramedic Adam Finseth. Many thought about their own loved ones and reflected on the dread they feel every day.
Wednesday afternoon’s high is 15 degrees. It should be sunny through Friday with highs near 50. We could see more snow this weekend.
Kenai, one of Minnesota Zoo's brown bears, dies at age 17
Minnesota Zoo officials announced Tuesday that Kenai the brown bear has died at age 17. He was the largest of the zoo’s trio of brown bears, which also includes Haines and Sadie.
‘Answered their final call’: Mourners honor fallen Burnsville first responders
Friends, family, community leaders and a legion of law enforcement on Wednesday honored fallen officers Matthew Ruge and Paul Elmstrand and firefighter-paramedic Adam Finseth in a service filled with tears, humor, heartfelt stories and a solemn final ceremony reserved for those who pin on a badge of public service.