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February 9, 2015 2:38 PM

Supreme Court won't stop same-sex marriages in Alabama

The move sent the strongest signal to date that the justices are on the verge of legalizing gay marriage nationwide.

by Nina Totenberg

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February 9, 2015 2:32 PM

Mom of toddler hurt in crash speaks out on texting while driving

An Eagan mom whose 21-month-old son was nearly killed in a head-on collision warns against using a smart phone while driving. State officials urged drivers to heed her warnings.

by Tim Nelson

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February 9, 2015 7:41 AM

St. Paul sex-victim housing shelter to close in March

Jerry's Place opened in October. It is currently home to a 17-year-old and three 16-year-olds.

by The Associated Press

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February 5, 2015 5:28 PM

Sweden's immigrant influx unleashes a backlash

Across Europe, far-right anti-immigrant parties are gaining political power. The change has been especially dramatic in Sweden, which for decades has been known for its openness and tolerance.

by Ari Shapiro

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February 5, 2015 12:00 AM

Bill pushes courses ahead of divorces when children involved

Democratic Sen. John Marty says the courses are designed to help parents considering divorce plan ahead for new financial and custody concerns they'll face.

by The Associated Press

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February 4, 2015 12:27 PM

Counter Stories: The forgotten community

Native Americans are the original Americans, yet their mistreatment and suffering is largely absent from the nation's conversation on race.

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February 3, 2015 12:31 PM

Federal appeals court to hear South Dakota same-sex marriage case

The 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Tuesday granted a request to consider an appeal from South Dakota at an expedited pace. The court also combined the arguments with cases from Arkansas and Missouri.

by The Associated Press

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January 31, 2015 7:01 AM

Theater tackles violence in football

Players, team owners and football fans are being forced come to grips with the idea that the sport they love may be extracting a much higher price than anyone knew.

by April Dembosky