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Lawsuit: Threats, alleged retribution marked Hutchinson’s time as Hennepin County sheriff
Current and former members of the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office — including current Sheriff Dawanna Witt — blasted former sheriff Dave Hutchinson in a lawsuit Wednesday alleging bigotry, erratic behavior and threats of retribution by him that led some to fear for their careers and their lives.
Uber, Lyft in Minneapolis: City Council proposes extension to rideshare ordinance implementation
Some Minneapolis City Council members are proposing an extension on the city’s controversial rideshare ordinance in an effort to better prepare for changes to the industry.
Tribal council and Becker County discuss, disagree over White Earth Forest future
Members of the White Earth Nation Tribal Council shared their vision for the return of the White Earth Forest with the Becker County Board of Commissioners Tuesday. The Commissioners then shared their own different view. However both sides say they are willing to keep the dialog going.
‘The Tessa effect’: How NCAA champ Tessa Johnson is inspiring girls in her hometown
Minnesotan Tessa Johnson helped bring the South Carolina Gamecocks the NCAA women’s championship Sunday. But just last year, the college freshman helped bring the St. Michael-Albertville high school girls basketball team a state championship. Her community is overjoyed.
Tuesday afternoon is looking mostly sunny and in the low 60s. Rain is possible Wednesday into Thursday before a sunny and warmer weekend.
Study finds Minnesota state bee in tough shape
The first DNA analysis of the rusty patched bumble bee reinforces the precarious state of the endangered species. The data will help bee conservationists determine the best options for protecting and rebuilding the population.