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New Minnesota rape kit tracking system promises more accountability

New Minnesota rape kit tracking system promises more accountability

The new program helps survivors track the status of their sexual assault kits, after a push for more transparency in how the kits are tracked and stored.
by Peter Cox

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Court rulings put spotlight on abortion issue in governor’s race

Court rulings put spotlight on abortion issue in governor’s race

After monumental court decisions on the federal and state level, abortion is an issue in the race for Minnesota governor. Incumbent Democrat Tim Walz says he will defend access to abortion, while his likely Republican opponent Scott Jensen has been softening his rhetoric around his opposition to the procedure.
by Brian Bakst

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After lengthy investigation, DNA identifies man found dead in Rosemount in 2014

After lengthy investigation, DNA identifies man found dead in Rosemount in 2014

He’d been dead for as much as a year, after apparently living in an abandoned railroad shed in Rosemount. And for years, after his remains were found in September 2014, nobody knew his name. Now, thanks to a DNA match, he’s finally been identified.
by Tim Nelson

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St. Paul expands efforts to replace lead water lines

St. Paul expands efforts to replace lead water lines

St. Paul is using money from the federal infrastructure law to replace lead water lines at no cost to homeowners.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Storm brought spectacular, ominous clouds and welcome rain to Twin Cities

A blustery cold front pushed a remarkable cloud formation across the Twin Cities on Tuesday night, prompting a flurry of social media postings and appreciation for the spectacle. MPR News meteorologist Sven Sundgaard says the cloud wasn’t threatening, even if it looked that way.
by Tim Nelson

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Activists want body cam footage of Fargo police shooting released

Activists want body cam footage of Fargo police shooting released

Activists in Fargo are calling for the release of police body camera footage of a fatal police shooting. Court documents allege the man killed was driving directly at officers.
by Dan Gunderson

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Sundae sammies, pickle pizza: New Minnesota State Fair foods are here

Sundae sammies, pickle pizza: New Minnesota State Fair foods are here

The Minnesota State Fair unveiled its new foods Tuesday, the annual preview of the dizzying array of new eating and drinking options at the 12-day gathering and eat-a-thon. 
by Tim Nelson

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Undefeated Minnesota Aurora's inaugural season continues into playoffs

Undefeated Minnesota Aurora's inaugural season continues into playoffs

The Minnesota Aurora women's soccer team’s inaugural season continues as the undefeated Aurora host a playoff game Wednesday. “Game by game we've proven our talent and we have proven that we are something to be seen and heard and talked about,” said player Rachel Preston.
by Mark Zdechlik

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AG rivals debate what it will take to fight crime

AG rivals debate what it will take to fight crime

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and his Republican-endorsed challenger Jim Schultz laid out different plans Monday for improving public safety.
by Brian Bakst

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State judge strikes down many of Minnesota's abortion restrictions

State judge strikes down many of Minnesota's abortion restrictions

Ramsey County Judge Thomas Gilligan on Monday ordered state officials to stop enforcing many Minnesota abortion restrictions including the informed consent law and the two-parent notification law, saying they violate the state constitutional right to privacy.
by Matt Sepic and Michelle Wiley

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