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Federal trial of former MPD cops raises court access concerns

Federal trial of former MPD cops raises court access concerns

Minnesotans and the world watched a live broadcast of the murder trial of Derek Chauvin almost one year ago. But unlike the state trial, federal courtroom proceedings involving the men accused of violating George Floyd's civil rights are not available for view outside the courthouse in downtown St. Paul.
by Nina Moini

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As the Olympics begin, star skier Jessie Diggins reflects on pressure, uncertainty of COVID-19

As the Olympics begin, star skier Jessie Diggins reflects on pressure, uncertainty of COVID-19

At the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, Minnesota will be represented by many athletes, including Olympic gold medal-winning skier Jessie Diggins. She recently reflected on the pressure she feels as a star of Team USA, the unpredictability of COVID-19 and the hometown support she feels in Minnesota.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lindsay Guentzel

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Minnesota lawmakers push back on plan to charge for online court records

Members of a Capitol panel on Thursday questioned a plan by the state’s court system to soon start charging $8 a document to look at court records on a new web-based records system. 
by Tim Nelson

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Minn. lawmakers push bonuses, loan relief to recruit cops

Minn. lawmakers push bonuses, loan relief to recruit cops

The Minnesota Legislature is considering several police recruitment and retention bills as part of a broader public safety debate this session.
by Brian Bakst

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Across frozen rural Minnesota highway, the beets went on

Across frozen rural Minnesota highway, the beets went on

A truck full of sugar beets spilled part of its load on Wednesday night, leaving Highway 12 west of Murdock scattered with thousands of “basically just rocks,” according to a warning posted on Facebook by the Swift County Sheriff’s Office. 
by Tim Nelson

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Songs of love and creatives Art Hounds admire

Songs of love and creatives Art Hounds admire

Jay Fuchs presents a love-themed cabaret show in St. Paul ahead of Valentine’s Day; Alexandria, Minn., photographer Lou Ann Marks’ enthusiasm for cellphone photography draws attention, and an appreciation for Americana musician Jud Hailey.
by Emily Bright

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Richfield shooting prompts lawmakers to pledge cooperation on public safety

Richfield shooting prompts lawmakers to pledge cooperation on public safety

Minnesota state government leaders say this week's fatal shooting outside of a Richfield school was a tragedy and further reason to make public safety a top priority for the 2022 legislative session. But the divided Legislature has competing proposals.
by Tim Pugmire

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