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More than 90 percent of St. Paul killings this year committed with a gun
The number of shooting deaths in St. Paul so far this year and the frequency at which handguns have been used to kill are the highest in the capital city in nearly 30 years. Federal officials are working with local police to help them address the spike in gun-related violence.
Preaching ‘hate’ for Islam, speaker arrives in a divided Willmar
A man who’s made his mark across Minnesota and around the country characterizing Islam as a dangerous cult will speak Thursday at a Willmar elementary school. Critics are planning an interfaith rally to protest the event.
Ask a ‘sotan: How does the state regulate buying raw milk?
An audience question about where customers can buy raw milk leads us to ask a farmer and a food inspection expert about state regulations over unpasteurized dairy.
Study: U.S. Bank Stadium collisions kill over 100 birds annually
U.S. Bank Stadium has long drawn the ire of bird lovers who see its huge glass walls as a deathtrap for birds. Now a two-year, $300,000 bird collision study has put an actual number on the death toll — 111 dead birds a year.
The church says an internal investigation of Bishop Michael Hoppner is complete and final determination is now up to the Vatican.
Chaska chief talks guns, cancer and life behind the badge
Scott Knight is retiring after more than 40 years on the job. In an interview, he offered MPR News a deep look into the suburb’s evolving diversity, the changing nature of policing — and his own near-death experience.
Cops kill suspect in Cottage Grove after east metro carjackings, mayhem
Police say a man’s Monday morning crime spree included sexual assault, carjackings and holding a family hostage. It ended when police shot and killed him in a confrontation in Cottage Grove.
Apple pledges $2.5 billion to combat California's housing crisis
The plan includes $1 billion for a mortgage assistance fund for first-time homebuyers in the state, and $1 billion for an open line of credit to develop "very low- to moderate-income housing."
Klobuchar touts momentum, fundraising in campaign swing through Iowa
Observers say Sen. Amy Klobuchar still has a long way to climb to reach the top tier of 2020 Democratic presidential candidates — but she's well-positioned to capitalize if any of the front-runners trip up.
Vikings' high-powered offense grounded in Kansas City
The Minnesota Vikings should have felt good about their chances against Kansas City on Sunday, especially when their high-scoring offense got the ball back with a lead midway through the fourth quarter. But everything unraveled in spectacular fashion.