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American Crystal Sugar reports a record crop despite drought

American Crystal Sugar reports a record crop despite drought

Moorhead-based American Crystal Sugar Company is reporting a record crop in 2023 as the sugar beet cooperative marks its 50th anniversary.
by Dan Gunderson

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Minneapolis declares unsheltered homelessness public health emergency

The City of Minneapolis has declared unsheltered homelessness a public health emergency. And eight members of the council called on the mayor to delay the closing of a large encampment scheduled for next week.
by MPR News Staff

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Son of U.S. Sen. Kevin Cramer crashes during police chase, killing North Dakota sheriff's deputy

Son of U.S. Sen. Kevin Cramer crashes during police chase, killing North Dakota sheriff's deputy

The 42-year-old son of U.S. Sen. Kevin Cramer crashed into a North Dakota sheriff’s vehicle during a police chase, pushing it into a deputy and killing him, according to authorities and the Republican senator’s family. 
by The Associated Press

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A world away from conflict, Israel-Hamas war proves divisive for Minnesota Jews

A world away from conflict, Israel-Hamas war proves divisive for Minnesota Jews

The Oct. 7 Hamas attack and Israel’s bombardment of the Gaza strip has surfaced a wide spectrum of emotions for Jews. Some know where they stand, others are changing their perspectives, and some are unsure where to even begin. But people are guarded. Amid the tension, Jews are seeking opportunities to come together and they’re looking for guidance.
by Aleesa Kuznetsov and Lukas Levin

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Man charged with murder in fatal shooting near Lake Street in Minneapolis

A 25-year-old Minneapolis man has been charged with second-degree murder after a fatal shooting near Lake Street last week. The victim is being remembered as “a beloved member of the transgender community.”
by MPR News Staff

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Federal prosecution proceeds in crash that killed 5

Federal prosecution proceeds in crash that killed 5

A grand jury has found probable cause for previous charges against Derrick John Thompson for possession of a firearm as a felon, possession of fentanyl, and carrying a firearm during and in relation to a drug trafficking crime.
by Matt Sepic

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Protect, serve — and paddle? Ely tries North Woods pitch to recruit new cops

Protect, serve — and paddle? Ely tries North Woods pitch to recruit new cops

The city of Ely — the gateway to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area — has taken a creative approach to a statewide and national issue, by offering a $3,800 canoe package to help recruit and retain badly needed police officers.
by Dan Kraker

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As December begins, many Minnesotans are asking 'where is the snow?'

As December begins, many Minnesotans are asking 'where is the snow?'

Last month was the second-driest November on record for the Twin Cities, with overall temperatures sitting at 3.7 degrees above average while precipitation for the month was 1.57 inches below average. 
by Kyre Johnson and Sven Sundgaard

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