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Trump says he won't testify as planned in his civil fraud trial
In a post on his social media site, former President Donald Trump said he had no more to say about the case, and lashed out at New York's attorney general and the judge presiding over his case.
Supreme Courts in 3 states will hear cases about abortion access this week
Supreme court justices in Arizona, New Mexico, and Wyoming will hear arguments in cases that will impact abortion access across the Mountain West. Here's what to know.
And then there were six: Flag finalists on display at MOA
Shoppers at the Mall of America this weekend were urged to avert their eyes from the stores, the rides and the Christmas decorations.
Large invasive carp catch in Mississippi triggers worry, new calls for deterrent
There's no evidence yet that invasive carp are reproducing in Minnesota. Still, some environmental advocates say the DNR should move quicker to stop invasive carp from establishing a permanent presence here.
Oil companies are embracing terms like 'lower carbon.' Here's what they really mean
The oil industry has a huge voice in this year's climate talks. But what are oil companies actually saying? And why does it matter? We break down their pledges and statements into plain English.
After 25 years council member Lisa Goodman leaves ‘indelible imprint’ on Minneapolis
During Lisa Goodman’s tenure, the lawmaker has had a hand in everything from restructuring the city’s departments to navigating some of the biggest economic development projects in the city’s downtown — ultimately changing the face of the city.