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Hennepin County Attorney-elect Cedrick Frazier has promised to listen to people impacted by crime. What could that mean?

In January, Cedrick Frazier will take over as Hennepin County Attorney, replacing Mary Moriarty. One of his first moves, he has said, will be to establish a “victim and survivor advisory council” that will give those impacted by crime “a meaningful voice in shaping my administration’s policies.”...

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Girls High School Volleyball: Eagan advances to state with five-set victory over East Ridge

Girls High School Volleyball: Eagan advances to state with five-set victory over East Ridge By KSTP 23 minutes ago Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Skip Backward Skip Forward Mute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE...

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Paraprofessional’s sexual relationship with student prompts new questions about Minnesota laws

In a quiet classroom in Edina, a 17-year-old student’s life was upended when her paraprofessional, a man nearly three years her senior, allegedly engaged in a sexual relationship with her. The revelation has sparked a wave of concern across Minnesota, shining a spotlight on a legal loophole that...

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A historic photo of Saint John’s University in Minnesota showcasing its long-standing tradition of the 'Johnnies' name

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Minnesota’s Saint John’s University sues New York school over ‘Johnnies’ name

In a move that underscores the importance of tradition and community identity, Minnesota’s Saint John’s University (SJU) has initiated legal action against a rival institution in New York over the use of the “Johnnies” name. The lawsuit, filed earlier this month, highlights a dispute rooted in...

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Livi Abboud-Young practicing with her soccer team at U.S. Bank Stadium.

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Gophers-bound Livi Abboud-Young eyes soccer championship for Blake Bears

As the sun sets over U.S. Bank Stadium, the air is thick with anticipation and the unmistakable scent of competition. Livi Abboud-Young, the senior star of the Blake Bears soccer team, stands at the center of a high-pressure practice, her focus unwavering. The weight of expectation is palpable;...

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Aer Lingus flight diverted to military base amid bomb threat

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More than a dozen flights in Europe receive bomb threats that an official calls ‘malicious’ hoaxes

On a crisp November morning, passengers aboard an Aer Lingus flight from Dublin to Rome braced themselves as the aircraft diverted to a military air base in France. The diversion was prompted by a bomb threat that echoed across multiple European flights on that fateful Thursday. This unsettling...

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St. Louis Park school board meeting with teachers and parents voicing concerns

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St. Louis Park teachers question superintendent pay raise

As the sun set on a recent evening in St. Louis Park, the atmosphere inside the school board meeting was charged. Teachers and parents filled the seats, their faces a mix of concern and determination. They gathered to voice their apprehensions over a significant decision: the early contract...

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Minneapolis school board meeting with community members

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Voters elect three new Minneapolis school board directors, all backed by the teachers' union

On a brisk November evening, the Minneapolis school board meeting buzzed with anticipation as parents, teachers, and community members gathered to witness a pivotal moment in the city's educational landscape. The room was filled with a palpable energy, a blend of hope and concern for the future of...

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Minnesota law ‘blind spots’ prevent charges in school sexual misconduct case, Anoka County Attorney says

Minnesota law ‘blind spots’ prevent charges in school sexual misconduct case, Anoka County Attorney says Renée Cooper and Pilar Pedraza KSTP Anoka County prosecutors declined charges against a school paraprofessional investigated for sexual misconduct involving a student, citing gaps in Minnesota...

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Minnesota school levy results: Which districts passed 2026 referendums?

On a chilly November evening, Edina resident Sarah Thompson stood in line at the local polling station, her mind racing with thoughts about her children's education. As a mother of three, she knows firsthand the importance of adequate school funding and the impact it has on the quality of...

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Two college students climbing in the Colorado mountains

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Cause of death revealed for college students who died in the Colorado mountains

On a crisp autumn weekend, as the leaves turned golden and the air turned brisk, two young men set out on an adventure that would ultimately become their last. Kaden Matsuda, 19, from Ridgway, Colorado, and Jackson Donlon, 20, from Queensbury, New York, were students at Colorado Mountain College, a...

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Robbinsdale Area Schools approve referendum as budget deficit looms

As the sun set over Robbinsdale, a palpable sense of hope filled the air at Cooper High School. Parents, teachers, and students gathered to celebrate a significant moment for their community—the approval of a $360 million referendum aimed at revitalizing the Robbinsdale Area Schools. This moment...

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These MN School Districts Won, Lost Big Funding Votes: List

One request lost by just 10 votes, and a $350 million plan went down. See how your school district fared.

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