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Transportation

Multiple deaths reported in North Carolina crash of business jet connected to retired NASCAR driver

Multiple deaths reported in North Carolina crash of business jet connected to retired NASCAR driver

A business jet has crashed at a regional airport in North Carolina, erupting in a large fire and killing multiple people. Authorities say the Cessna C550 crashed while landing at Statesville Regional Airport, about 45 miles north of Charlotte.
by The Associated Press

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Highways closed as blizzard conditions sweep into parts of Minnesota

Highways closed as blizzard conditions sweep into parts of Minnesota

Authorities closed highways across parts of the Red River Valley on Thursday as blizzard conditions swept into the region. The treacherous travel conditions spread east across Minnesota through the day.
by Andrew Krueger and Tadeo Ruiz Sandoval

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Minnesota attorney general announces settlement with Kia and Hyundai over stolen vehicles

Minnesota attorney general announces settlement with Kia and Hyundai over stolen vehicles

Owners of several Kia and Hyundai models will be eligible for free anti-theft hardware upgrades in the new year, following a lawsuit settlement between the automakers and several states, including Minnesota. 
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Driving remains difficult, snow emergencies in place as Minnesota digs out from winter storm

Driving remains difficult, snow emergencies in place as Minnesota digs out from winter storm

The State Patrol reported hundreds of crashes on Minnesota highways amid the snow. Minneapolis, St. Paul and other cities declared snow emergencies to give plow crews a chance to more effectively clear streets.
by Andrew Krueger

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As Waymo testing continues, Minnesota legislators weigh regulations for autonomous vehicles

As Waymo testing continues, Minnesota legislators weigh regulations for autonomous vehicles

More automated vehicles are hitting the road in Minnesota — but for now, they still have drivers behind the wheel due to legal questions. Lawmakers are weighing possible regulations for driverless cars.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Heavy snow, howling winds snarl travel across Minnesota

Heavy snow, howling winds snarl travel across Minnesota

Dozens of Minnesota school districts sent students home early on Tuesday, and travel conditions deteriorated through the afternoon and evening, as a winter storm brought heavy snow, freezing rain and howling winds to the state.
by Andrew Krueger

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Traffic congestion hits a record high, spreading to more hours of the week

Traffic congestion hits a record high, spreading to more hours of the week

If it seems like traffic is getting worse where you live, that’s because it probably is. After dropping during the COVID-19 pandemic, congestion climbed to record levels in 2024, researchers say.
by Joel Rose

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