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Photos: Best good pups at the Land O'Lakes Kennel Club Dog Show
More than 1,300 canines competed for American Kennel Club awards at the Land O’Lakes Kennel Club Dog Show this weekend. See the pups looking pretty in our photo gallery.
The injured man, shot by a St. Paul Police officer, was transported to a hospital and is expected to survive.
Minnesota's new pro women's hockey team ready for its home opener
After winning its first game on the road earlier this week, Minnesota’s new Professional Women’s Hockey League team returns to the Twin Cities for its home opener Saturday afternoon.
Minneapolis City Council to call for cease-fire in Israel-Hamas war
On Friday, several council members announced their intent to introduce a resolution next week calling for a cease-fire and the end of military aid to Israel. Mayor Frey denounced the proposal. 
Vatican finds former Minnesota archbishop acted imprudently but committed no crimes
A lengthy Vatican investigation into misconduct allegations against Archbishop John Nienstedt, the former leader of the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis, concluded that he took “imprudent” actions but did not violate church law, the archdiocese announced Friday.
Coming soon to Minnesota roadways: Oral tests for marijuana, other drug use by drivers
The oral fluid test tools are set to be rolled out this month as part of a pilot project. Initial roadside tests will be able to detect THC, cocaine, opioids, amphetamine, methamphetamine and benzodiazepines.
Kelliher begins new chapter in political career as head of Minneapolis operations
Former Speaker of the Minnesota House of Representatives, MnDOT Commissioner and Head of the Minneapolis Public Works Department, Margaret Anderson Kelliher was recently sworn in as Minneapolis’ first ever city operations officer.
Twin Cities to host 2026 World Junior Hockey Championship
USA Hockey confirmed Friday that the 2026 World Junior Hockey Championship will take place in the Twin Cities. It’ll be the 50th anniversary of the elite tournament that draws the top 10 national teams for players under age 20.