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Walz signs compromise school resource officer bill

Walz signs compromise school resource officer bill

The bill allows officers to use prone restraints in situations where students pose a risk to themselves or others. It also sets up funding for extra training for officers.
by Dana Ferguson and Anna Haecherl

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Judge denies motion to dismiss charges against Trump in documents case

Judge denies motion to dismiss charges against Trump in documents case

Former President Donald Trump was in court in Florida where he's seeking dismissal of criminal charges related to classified documents he allegedly withheld and concealed from investigators.
by Greg Allen

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It’s not just ‘hang loose.’ Lawmakers look to make the friendly ‘shaka’ Hawaii’s official gesture

It’s not just ‘hang loose.’ Lawmakers look to make the friendly ‘shaka’ Hawaii’s official gesture

A pinky and thumb extended with the remaining fingers curled down: That’s the “shaka” in Hawaii. It's sometimes known outside the islands as the “hang loose” sign associated with surf culture. But in Hawaii, where it originated, it's a more common and nuanced gesture.
by The Associated Press

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South Dakota legislator calls for inquiry into Gov. Noem’s Texas dental trip and promo video

South Dakota legislator calls for inquiry into Gov. Noem’s Texas dental trip and promo video

A Democratic legislator is calling for an inquiry into South Dakota Republican Gov. Kristi Noem’s trip to Texas for dental work and a promotional video in which she praises the dental office.
by The Associated Press

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Changing the colors: Minnesota Capitol complex counts flags and seals to replace

Changing the colors: Minnesota Capitol complex counts flags and seals to replace

The state has run an assessment of how many Minnesota flags and seals at Capitol-area buildings that will eventually make way for new emblems. The tally currently stands at 120 flags and 71 seals across the Capitol complex.
by Dana Ferguson

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Harris visited a clinic that provides abortion, a first for any president or vice president

Harris visited a clinic that provides abortion, a first for any president or vice president

Vice President Kamala Harris toured a Minnesota clinic that provides abortion during a trip to the Twin Cities on Thursday. It’s believed to be a first for a vice president or president.
by MPR News Staff and Deepa Shivaram

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