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January 3, 2024 12:36 PM

Judge declines to halt Nenookaasi closure

A judge has turned down an effort to stop the closure of a large encampment in Minneapolis, which appears on schedule to take place Thursday.

by Melissa Olson

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January 3, 2024 11:39 AM

Bomb threats lead to brief lockdowns and the evacuation of multiple state capitols

The warnings came after a spate of false reports of shootings at the homes of public officials in recent days.

by The Associated Press

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January 3, 2024 9:45 AM

All 4 Republicans in Minnesota’s congressional delegation back Trump’s latest White House bid

Republicans in the state’s congressional delegation say they support former President Donald Trump in his comeback campaign. Rep. Tom Emmer, Minnesota highest-ranking Republican official, said it’s time for Republicans to unite behind Trump.

by Mark Zdechlik

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January 3, 2024 6:20 AM

What to know about keeping children safe — and warm — in the car during the winter

A bulky winter coat underneath a car seat can pose dangers for children. Ahead of winter storms on the East Coast, here are some tips for optimal car safety.

by Diba Mohtasham

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January 3, 2024 4:46 AM

Biden campaign running 'like the fate of our democracy depends on it'

The president is expected to hold campaign events in Valley Forge, Pa., and the Mother Emanuel AME church in South Carolina, pushing back against extremism and political violence.

by Tamara Keith

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January 2, 2024 4:35 PM

Four injured in crash involving Metro Transit bus in Minneapolis

A Metro Transit bus driver and three passengers were hospitalized with non-life threatening injuries Tuesday morning after a bus and car collided in northeast Minneapolis.

by MPR News Staff

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January 2, 2024 4:27 PM

Harvard University President Claudine Gay resigns

The resignation comes after new plagiarism allegations surfaced, adding to the controversy surrounding the Harvard president in recent weeks.

by NPR Staff

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January 2, 2024 2:58 PM

Roger Reinert inaugurated as next mayor of Duluth

Roger Reinert was inaugurated as the 40th mayor of Duluth in a ceremony at Duluth City Hall Tuesday afternoon, after the former state lawmaker easily defeated two-term incumbent Emily Larson, the city’s first woman to be elected mayor, in the November election.

by Dan Kraker

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January 2, 2024 8:25 AM

After a chock-full 2023, Walz predicts a limited to-do list for Minnesota lawmakers in 2024

From legalizing marijuana to protecting abortion access, DFLers passed loads of new laws last year. Lawmakers now have a month to get their agenda together for the 2024 session. Gov. Tim Walz joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to talk about what's in store for Minnesota in 2024.

by Cathy Wurzer and Dana Ferguson

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January 2, 2024 5:20 AM

Plane catches fire on runway at Japan's Haneda airport after collision, passengers reportedly safe

A plane has caught fire on the runway of Tokyo’s Haneda airport after colliding with a Japanese coast guard aircraft, officials said. Local TV reported that all occupants of the passenger plane, believed to total 379 people, got out safely.

by The Associated Press

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