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Duluth-based fighter downs flying object over Lake Huron; 4th such incident in 8 days

Duluth-based fighter downs flying object over Lake Huron; 4th such incident in 8 days

A Duluth-based Air National Guard fighter jet shot down an “unidentified object” over Lake Huron on Sunday on orders from President Joe Biden. It was the latest military strike in an extraordinary chain of events over U.S. airspace.
by The Associated Press

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2 killed in apparent wrong-way crash in Cottage Grove

2 killed in apparent wrong-way crash in Cottage Grove

According to the Cottage Grove Public Safety Department, witnesses who called 911 reported one of the vehicles was traveling the wrong way on Highway 61 from 80th Street.
by MPR News Staff

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Minnesota Buddhist temple opens up sacred dance troupe

Minnesota Buddhist temple opens up sacred dance troupe

This winter, the Buddhist temple of Watt Munisotaram is trying something new to draw in younger faithful – an open enrollment call for its sacred dance troupe.
by The Associated Press

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Earthquake relief efforts in Minnesota gain momentum

Earthquake relief efforts in Minnesota gain momentum

The Turkish American Association of Minnesota (TAAM) hosted a donation drive at Med Box Grill in Chanhassen Friday evening. Volunteers collected items such as diapers, pajamas and baby formula.
by Kerem Yücel

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'Lizzo! Blizzard! Blizzo!' These 6th graders nailed the Name a Snowplow contest

'Lizzo! Blizzard! Blizzo!' These 6th graders nailed the Name a Snowplow contest

A sixth grade class from Osseo Middle School led the fight for “Blizzo,” a winner of the MnDOT name a Snowplow contest named after the music artist who lived in Minnesota, Lizzo. The class has one hope: that Lizzo herself recognizes their hard work.
by Sam Stroozas

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Racial equity funds spurred by murder of George Floyd bear fruit

Racial equity funds spurred by murder of George Floyd bear fruit

After the police murder of George Floyd, foundations and corporations pledged millions to spur economic development in Black communities and rebuild Lake Street. This year, about $100 million-worth of projects funded by those initiatives will open or break ground, according to Star Tribune reporter Dee DePass.
by Tom Crann and Megan Burks

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Aldi's exit shakes north Minneapolis, widens worries over food insecurity

Aldi's exit shakes north Minneapolis, widens worries over food insecurity

Many residents in north Minneapolis were stunned this week when Aldi announced its north side store will close Sunday. This comes as Walgreens announced it too would shutter a north side store, making it harder for residents to access affordable fresh food and other vital products.
by Regina Medina

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Stabbing at St. Paul's Harding High leaves boy, 15, dead; 16-year-old in custody

Stabbing at St. Paul's Harding High leaves boy, 15, dead; 16-year-old in custody

The school went into lockdown just before noon Friday. Police say the victim as well as the alleged assailant, were Harding students. Authorities say they’re still trying to understand what led to the stabbing.
by MPR News Staff

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