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Jury finds ex-GOP operative Lazzaro guilty in federal sex trafficking case

Jury finds ex-GOP operative Lazzaro guilty in federal sex trafficking case

The one-time Minnesota Republican political operative and top donor faced federal charges of giving five girls, who were 15 and 16, cash and gifts in exchange for sex. Following the verdict the prosecutor described him as “Minnesota’s Jeffrey Epstein.”
by Matt Sepic

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Federal judge: 18-20 year-olds can get Minnesota gun permits

Federal judge: 18-20 year-olds can get Minnesota gun permits

A judge has sided with gun owners in a case that challenged age limits around Minnesota permits to carry guns. An appeal is possible.
by Brian Bakst

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A safe space for ‘sad girl’ music fans: Inside Electric Fetus’ boygenius listening party

A safe space for ‘sad girl’ music fans: Inside Electric Fetus’ boygenius listening party

Fans gathered at Electric Fetus Tuesday to soak in the first listen of boygenius’ highly anticipated album — “the record.” While the pandemic made in-person music gatherings nearly impossible, listening sessions are having a resurgence three years later.
by Sam Stroozas and Michelle Wiley

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New research suggests Minnesota's COVID outcomes may not have been as good as they seemed

New research suggests Minnesota's COVID outcomes may not have been as good as they seemed

While the state had the sixth lowest unadjusted COVID-19 death rate, once that rate is adjusted for age and the presence of key comorbidities, Minnesota’s death rate shifts to exactly the middle of the pack.  
by Alyson Clary and Craig Helmstetter

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Where to celebrate Easter weekend in Minnesota

Where to celebrate Easter weekend in Minnesota

Whether you are religious or not, Easter can be a holiday that brings families and friends together. Here’s a round up of egg hunts and events for Easter weekend.
by Nicole Johnson and Anna Haecherl

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Gophers gear up for Frozen 4, with title drought at 20 years

Gophers gear up for Frozen 4, with title drought at 20 years

One of the most driven and talented teams to take the ice for Minnesota in decades is seeking to bring a national championship back to the program for the first time in 20 years.
by The Associated Press

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Cleanup continues at scene of train derailment in Raymond

Cleanup continues at scene of train derailment in Raymond

Cleanup will continue Friday at the scene of Thursday’s train derailment and fire in the western Minnesota community of Raymond. Crews have started moving some of the 22 derailed cars to better access the handful still burning.
by Andrew Krueger and Hannah Yang

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As lawmakers dole out record surplus, many say they need more

As lawmakers dole out record surplus, many say they need more

With a historic budget surplus and a longer-than-usual stretch before the legislative deadline to adjourn, groups that feel short-changed by DFL budget targets are asking for more.
by Dana Ferguson

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