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Native American leaders work to overcome community mistrust of census

Native American leaders work to overcome community mistrust of census

Native Americans remain one of the most undercounted groups in the census. Much of tribes’ government funding is dependent on census numbers, so an accurate count is crucial. With so much at stake, tribal officials and other community leaders in Minnesota are taking outreach into their own hands.
by Tiffany Bui

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Minnesota takes advantage of 7 Chargers turnovers in victory

Minnesota takes advantage of 7 Chargers turnovers in victory

Dan Bailey kicked four field goals and Ifeadi Odenigbo scored Minnesota's second defensive touchdown in three games on Sunday as the Vikings defeated the Los Angeles Chargers 39-10.
by The Associated Press

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Native group retakes Minneapolis homeless camp, decries 'unacceptable' lack of shelter

Native group retakes Minneapolis homeless camp, decries 'unacceptable' lack of shelter

A group of activists reoccupied the site early Saturday in protest against what they consider a lack of progress by Minneapolis leaders in ensuring safe, stable housing for Native Americans without a place to stay.
by Cody Nelson

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Man fatally shot by police in Minneapolis

Man fatally shot by police in Minneapolis

Minneapolis police spokesperson John Elder said officers at the scene had body cameras that were activated at the time of the shooting. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is handling the investigation.
by Andrew Krueger

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College football: Minnesota State reaches national championship game

Nate Gunn ran for three touchdowns and Ryan Schlichte and JD Ekowa each threw for one as Minnesota State Mankato demolished Slippery Rock 58-15 in a Division II national semifinal game on Saturday.
by The Associated Press

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Minnesota U.S. senators look for answers after deadly public housing fire

Minnesota U.S. senators look for answers after deadly public housing fire

After a fire in a Minneapolis high-rise killed five residents, Sens. Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith sent a letter to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson asking about sprinkler system installation in older properties.
by Mohamed Ibrahim

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