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Anti-gay harassment incident goes viral via YouTube

A YouTube video that shows a group of teenage boys harassing a man amid a torrent of anti-gay slurs in Minneapolis has been widely circulated online this week.
by Elizabeth Baier

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Medical report: Army chaplain fell before his death

A report by the Hennepin County Medical Examiner's office says Rev. Tim Vakoc died last week as a result of a fall at a nursing home.
by Elizabeth Baier

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Police agencies discuss future of gang task force

The investigation of the Metro Gang Strike Force is expanding, Minnesota's Public Safety Commissioner told police in St. Paul today.
by Tim Nelson

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Anti-gang unit to have all new members

A temporary, gang-fighting police unit will contain all new members while the investigation of the Metro Gang Strike Force continues.
by Amy Forliti, Associated Press

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St. Paul Pioneer Press lays off 11 employees

St. Paul Pioneer Press lays off 11 employees

The St. Paul Pioneer Press has laid off 11 employees, including nine in the newsroom.

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Gang Strike Force board to discuss temporary unit

Authorities focused on combating gang activity in the Twin Cities hope to set up a temporary unit this week, so their investigations can continue while the Metro Gang Strike Force remains suspended.
by Amy Forliti, Associated Press

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Cemetery's new site designed for Asian families

Cemetery's new site designed for Asian families

A large Minneapolis cemetery has developed a new burial site aimed at attracting Asian-American families.
by Laura Yuen

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U of M to host students from North Africa

Twenty students from North Africa will study at the University of Minnesota this fall under a State Department program to promote understanding of the United States and develop future leaders.

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