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After Minnesota deputy's on-duty killing, law enforcement officials say the hazards are greater

After Minnesota deputy's on-duty killing, law enforcement officials say the hazards are greater

Two of Pope County deputy Josh Owen’s colleagues were also shot but did not suffer serious injuries. They were among seven Minnesota law enforcement officers shot in the line of duty so far this year amid a sharp increase in assaults on police.
by Matt Sepic

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Huge law enforcement escort takes fallen deputy home

Huge law enforcement escort takes fallen deputy home

The town of Glenwood, Minn., lined the streets to welcome home fallen sheriff’s deputy Josh Owen. He died Saturday night after being shot while responding to a domestic violence call.
by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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U of M Board of Regents chair steps down, citing 'continuity of leadership'

U of M Board of Regents chair steps down, citing 'continuity of leadership'

University of Minnesota Regent Ken Powell announced today he is stepping down as chair of the university’s governing board “to support continuity of leadership” of the 12-member board, which is tasked with replacing outgoing President Joan Gabel.
by Dan Kraker

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Minnesota House tax plan seeks billions in cuts, also increases

Minnesota House tax plan seeks billions in cuts, also increases

One-time rebates, more Social Security income shielded from state taxes and additional relief to offset rising property taxes are features of a House plan.
by Brian Bakst

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Pivotal week as flood levels rise on major Minnesota rivers

Pivotal week as flood levels rise on major Minnesota rivers

Rivers around the region are about to edge into major flood levels, with some of the most serious flooding in years around Minnesota.
by Tim Nelson

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Winter effects linger on lawns: Unsightly mold and gnawed trees

Winter effects linger on lawns: Unsightly mold and gnawed trees

The deep winter snow melting away is revealing some unsightly effects on lawns. Snow mold and animal damage to trees and shrubs have many homeowners wondering what to do.
by Dan Gunderson

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Pope County, Minn., deputy killed, 2 other officers shot responding to domestic call

Pope County, Minn., deputy killed, 2 other officers shot responding to domestic call

A Pope County sheriff's deputy is dead after he was shot while attempting to arrest a man suspected of domestic violence in the western Minnesota town of Cyrus Saturday night. Another deputy and a police officer from Starbuck were also struck by gunfire.
by MPR News Staff

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Thousands gather for emotional farewell to Wisconsin officers killed in shootout

Thousands gather for emotional farewell to Wisconsin officers killed in shootout

Mourners, including Gov. Tony Evers and U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson, gathered at Cameron High School for a joint service for Cameron officer Hunter Scheel, 23, and Chetek officer Emily Breidenbach, 32.
by Mark Zdechlik and Samuel King

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Supreme Court keeps FDA abortion pill rules in place for now

Supreme Court keeps FDA abortion pill rules in place for now

The Supreme Court has temporarily kept in place federal rules for use of an abortion drug, while it more fully considers the issues raised in a court challenge. The Biden administration and New York-based drugmaker Danco Laboratories asked the justices to intervene.
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