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Metro Transit Rider Investment Program starts today. More details released in Burnsville standoff

The new Transit Rider Investment Program starts today in the Twin Cities as part of Metro Transit's broader safety and security action plan. And more details have been released about the Burnsville standoff where three first responders were killed Sunday.
by Phil Picardi

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Thousands of Minnesota workers could strike in March

Minnesota union leaders representing thousands of workers say they are all prepared to strike in early March if contract demands are not met. And lawmakers and emergency response workers are calling for an infusion of $120 million into the state's emergency medical services and ambulances.
by Emily Reese

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Minnesota lawmakers may look at firearm reporting, storage after Burnsville shooting

Minnesota lawmakers on opposing sides of the gun debate might be willing to come to the table following Sunday's fatal shooting in Burnsville. And state police have released new details about that standoff where three first responders were killed.
by Phil Picardi

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Memorial service announced for Burnsville first responders killed during domestic violence call

Burnsville police officers Paul Elmstrand and Matthew Ruge and firefighter-paramedic Adam Finseth were fatally shot while responding to a domestic violence call. A memorial service for the three is set for 11 a.m. on Wednesday, February 28 at Grace Church in Eden Prairie.
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Burnsville shooting suspect had history of violence

The man suspected of killing two Burnsville police officers and a firefighter-paramedic during a standoff on Sunday had a history of violence against women. And Minnesota lawmakers are considering legislation that would increase penalties for assaulting a sports official.
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Burnsville fundraising efforts; Legislation increasing penalties for assaulting referees

Burnsville city officials are coordinating fundraising efforts for the families of the two police officers and a firefighter-paramedic fatally shot while responding to a call on Sunday. And state lawmakers are considering legislation that would increase penalties for assaulting a sports official.
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Tributes held for Burnsville first responders. 1 dead, 1 in custody after shooting in Brooklyn Park

Family members, friends and coworkers of the three first responders killed in Burnsville on Sunday paid tribute to them Monday at a makeshift memorial. And Brooklyn Park police say one person is dead and another is in custody after reports of an active shooter.
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Burnsville mourns fallen first responders; state lawmakers pause bill

City leaders and residents of Burnsville say they are hurting and heartbroken, after Sunday’s shooting that claimed the lives of two police officers and a firefighter-paramedic. And state lawmakers are pausing consideration of a bill addressing restraints school resource officers can use on students.
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Hundreds gather at Burnsville vigil for first responders who were fatally shot while responding to call

Hundreds of people gathered in Burnsville last night for a vigil, after two police officers and a firefighter-paramedic were fatally shot earlier in the day while responding to a call. The investigation into the shooting continues.
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St. Paul educators authorize a strike; Minneapolis civil rights department head no longer works there

St. Paul educators have voted to authorize a strike. And Minneapolis city officials say as of Friday, the head of the city's civil rights department is no longer working for the city. In a statement, a city spokesperson said Alberder Gillespie has "concluded her service" with the city of Minneapolis.
by Emily Reese

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