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Man in custody after reports of shots fired in Loring Park
No other injuries were reported and it’s not clear whether there was gunfire, according to Police Chief Brian O’Hara. 
A rabbi and his son mourn Oct. 7 victims, disagree on next steps
When Hamas attacked Israel a year ago, differences between a rabbi and his son’s views on Israel’s conduct became more pronounced. Here’s how they continued to talk about the conflict and learn from each other. 
Renovations lift hopes at Minneapolis North High 
After years of pandemic challenges and life wedged in a construction zone, leaders believe the north Minneapolis school’s fortunes are turning for the better with the completion of $88 million in renovations.
City of Duluth adds to flurry of snowplow naming contests
Adding to the recent flurry of snowplow naming contests unveiled around the state in the past couple years, the city of Duluth has announced its first-ever snowplow naming contest.
Man arrested for alleged terrorist threats against Minneapolis synagogue
The man made several calls threatening to “shoot up” Temple Israel in Minneapolis. There is no evidence suggesting the threat was motivated by antisemitism, said Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara.
Federal HIDTA designation works to stop drug trafficking in Beltrami County area
The designation by the White House of National Drug Control Policy makes Beltrami the eighth Minnesota county in the program. It’s designed to bring attention and resources to the area for enforcement, treatment and diversion.
Paynesville dairy farm to pay $250,000 to settle wage-theft claim
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison filed a lawsuit in January against Evergreen Acres, accusing the company of stealing wages and providing substandard housing.