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Fargo fallen officer remembered as wanting to 'make a difference'
On Saturday morning, a long line of law enforcement vehicles escorted Jake Wallin from Fargo to Pequot Lakes. People stood along the highways, holding flags and signs with messages of support.
Minnesota DNR's potential park rule changes get pushback from fungi foragers
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is revamping its rules for its parks and trails for the first time in more than 15 years. And while they say it's mostly to comply with new state laws and account for newer activities like geocaching, one big change could complicate forays for foragers and morel hunters.
Evolving police pursuit policy in Minnesota: An expert weighs in
On July 26, a former Minneapolis police officer will report to the Hennepin County workhouse to serve nine months for the death of an innocent motorist during a high-speed chase. His sentencing raises questions about the consequences police officers can face in pursuits that go wrong, and who has the authority to hand down that discipline.
Duluth musician Gaelynn Lea debuts new play, continues work to make stages more accessible
Seven years since winning NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest, Duluth musician Gaelynn Lea has played hundreds of gigs around the world, scored a Broadway play and become an influential advocate for disability awareness.
Frey recommends 3rd Police Precinct station not go back to Lake Street or nearby — for now
The City of Minneapolis is scrapping proposals to return the 3rd Police Precinct station to its former place on Lake Street or find the precinct a new home near 26th and Minnehaha avenues.
Rising interest rates challenge Minnesota home buyers, sellers
Rising interest rates have reshaped the housing market in Minnesota. There are still many more buyers than sellers, but bidding wars are rarer and prices are more stable.  
Killing of Fargo police officer leaves questions about motive
The Fargo police department is reeling from what the police chief called one of the most horrific days the in the department's history after three Fargo police officers were shot late Friday afternoon on a busy street. The suspected gunman also was shot and killed by a fourth officer.