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The St. Paul Police Federation is concerned the citizens' panel for handling complaints of officers is unprofessional.
Mpls. committee backs Arradondo to lead police force
A Minneapolis City Council committee has recommended that acting police chief Medaria Arradondo continue to lead the department.
Ex-Minneapolis police chief Harteau is out, but not down
In her first interview since her ouster, Janee Harteau says she didn't initially realize the depth of anger ignited by a July police shooting, or the political fallout to come. She also says she may not be done with police work.
Too much water could shutter Mpls. golf course
The Hiawatha Golf Club has been pumping more groundwater than its permit allows. A city vote could lead to its closure.
White Earth tribe holds high hopes for hemp
The tribe's invested nearly $100,000 to grow a few acres of industrial hemp on the edge of the reservation. It's an experiment White Earth leaders believe could plant the seeds for future economic success.
Pat Benatar to play at Minnesota Zoo
Benatar and Neil Giraldo will perform what she calls the "Holy 14" songs that her fans expect to hear at every concert.
Muslims concerned as FBI avoids 'terrorism' label for mosque bombing
The FBI and other law enforcement agencies haven't described Saturday's mosque bombing as terrorism. Some say there's a double standard at play.