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Minnesota jurors must speak English — some worry that's a proxy for race in jury selection

Minnesota jurors must speak English — some worry that's a proxy for race in jury selection

Attorneys can’t strike potential jurors because of their race, but they can excuse jurors for linguistic reasons in most courts. It happened in both the Derek Chauvin and Kimberly Potter trials.
by Tom Crann and Megan Burks

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Kimberly Potter trial: Emotions high as video of Wright killing plays in court

Kimberly Potter trial: Emotions high as video of Wright killing plays in court

Opening statements and early witnesses brought intensity and drama to the courtroom Wednesday. Jurors saw police bodycam and dashcam video, including Potter shooting Wright, the chaotic aftermath and his mother’s emotional arrival at the scene.
by Jon Collins, Nina Moini and Matt Sepic

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State has $7.7 billion surplus; line forms for share of money

State has $7.7 billion surplus; line forms for share of money

State finance officials say Minnesota has a projected $7.7 billion surplus. A tussle is building over how to split up the good fortune.
by Brian Bakst

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NASA names 2021 astronaut candidates as it plans for moon missions

NASA names 2021 astronaut candidates as it plans for moon missions

The group of would-be astronauts includes four women and reflects a broad stretch of America, from Alaska to Puerto Rico. Anil Menon, born and raised in Minneapolis, is among the class of candidates.
by Bill Chappell

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Arradondo won't seek a new term as Minneapolis police chief

Arradondo won't seek a new term as Minneapolis police chief

Medaria Arradondo said Monday he’ll retire from the department next month. Mayor Jacob Frey said he expected to announce an interim chief in the coming days along with plans for a national search to find a permanent leader.
by Matt Sepic and Nina Moini

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Hennepin Theatre Trust buys iconic Brave New Workshop

Hennepin Theatre Trust buys iconic Brave New Workshop

As they pass on the torch of responsibility for Brave New Workshop, long-time co-owners John Sweeney and Jenni Lilledahl say adaptability to change is part of the comedy institution’s fabric.
by Euan Kerr

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Cross country skiers grapple with how to rid their sport of 'forever chemicals'

Cross country skiers grapple with how to rid their sport of 'forever chemicals'

For decades, PFAS, the group of so-called “forever chemicals,” have been used to make ultra-fast wax that’s prized by cross country skiers. The industry is slowly trying to wean itself from the wax. But it will still be allowed at a big national-level race in Duluth this weekend.
by Dan Kraker

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