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Legal Matters: What parents need to know about school injury liability before the bell rings

From concussion protocols to bullying policies, attorney Chad Florin breaks down what legal protections exist for students....

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Police find body of Massachusetts woman named a suspect in death of her police officer husband

Karen Solomon was found dead near a hospital Monday. She disappeared after Kurt Solomon was found dead at their home last week....

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One dead after several propane tanks reportedly exploded in northern Minnesota

Someone called 911 after hearing several propane tanks explode and finding an active fire at their neighbor's home in Normanna Township....

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'Everyone is looking very round': Fat Marmot Week voting is underway

Marmots are having a moment. Researchers in Colorado are hoping their Fat Marmot Week contest can extend their time in the spotlight....

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Thyroid medication recalled as product can be 'superpotent,' FDA says

Consumption of super potent thyroid tablets can cause hyperthyroidism, or an overactive thyroid, causing a slew of symptoms ranging from weight loss to hypertension....

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Supreme Court clears way for Trump's mail voting order in advance of midterms

The decision appears to leave room for additional court challenges that could further slow the executive order....

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Nearly year after unionizing, U of M Medical Center workers hold rally to demand first contract

One doctor said they have been engaged in an "antagonistic bargaining battle" with the University of Minnesota....

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Common erectile dysfunction drug linked to higher glaucoma risk, study finds

A recent study found a possible link between tadalafil and a higher risk of glaucoma, but experts say the findings aren't a reason to stop taking the medication....

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US set for largest mass visa revocation in history targeting up to 200,000 foreigners, officials say

If it happens, the move would be the largest single mass revocation of visas in U.S. history and would likely face legal challenges....

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OREO launches 3 new limited-time flavors

The limited-edition cookies hit stores Aug. 24, with voting open through Oct. 12 to determine which flavor will return next year....

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Simon Cowell to miss 'America's Got Talent' for weeks as he undergoes surgery

The British judge is briefly stepping away from Season 21 of the talent show....

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Passenger dies after vehicle loses tire, rolls into median in Blue Earth County

Minnesota State Patrol says the crash happened just after 1:30 p.m. on northbound Highway 169 in South Bend Township....

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Roy Drinkard, oldest living US Marine, dies at 106

A 106-year-old World War II veteran and influential leader in North Alabama's economic development has passed away, leaving a legacy of service....

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Carney says Trump’s demands would dismantle Canadian auto industry as Ontario Premier warns US could be cut off

Trump, on Monday, escalated the trade dispute between the two countries again, threatening to impose a 50% tariff on Canadian automobiles, auto parts and steel....

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Southwest Airlines flight attendant dies during layover in Hawaii

Southwest Airlines confirmed that one of its flight attendants died during a layover in Hawaii....

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Daily Dose: MyChart scam alert, a common drug's eye risk, and dating app burnout

A new study finds a possible link between a popular erectile dysfunction drug and a higher risk of glaucoma....

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Minneapolis City Council sets listening sessions for new police chief

Three listening sessions are scheduled this week as part of the previously announced selection process....

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Vikings sign tight end, defensive lineman ahead of final preseason game

The Vikings play their final preseason game of the year Friday, before needing to trim their roster to 53 players on Sunday....

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St. Cloud police investigate possible arson at mall

Bystanders extinguished the flaming furniture by the time police arrived Monday morning....

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LIST: Here's all the food under recall in the US

Here are some notable food recalls and outbreaks currently impacting the United States....

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Texas man accused of recruiting mail carriers into multimillion-dollar check theft ring

Officials accused the ringleader of using Telegram to connect with buyers who wanted the stolen checks, and postal workers who would steal them....

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Three injured in stabbing brawl near McDonald's in Minneapolis

Two other stabbings occurred in Minneapolis over the weekend, one of which injured a security guard....

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Officials lift elevated burning restrictions in northern MN

More than 60,000 acres in total have burned in northern Minnesota since lightning ignited several wildfires in July....

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'Game of Thrones' actor cast in 'Harry Potter' TV series — 2 weeks after role was initially filled

Kit Harington will take over the role from Nicholas Hoult....

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Sonic launches ‘Hotumn’ drinks blending fall flavors with ice-cold beverages

The limited-time lineup includes four drinks made with Coca-Cola, Dr Pepper, Sprite and sweet tea, with flavors including cherry, blueberry and cranberry....

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Get up-to-date on the latest news and weather every Sunday morning from 7-8 a.m....

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Doctor shares the benefits of eye exams

Experts recommend that all adults should get a comprehensive baseline eye exam by age 40 to screen for silent diseases....

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WATCH: Plane makes emergency landing near Florida beach

A pilot safely crash-landed a family-owned plane in the ocean off Boca Raton, Florida, after engine trouble during a flight to the Bahamas....

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Lynx can secure top seed with win over Golden State Monday night

Minnesota, which has won six in a row and 16 of its last 17, is currently five games ahead of Golden State in the standings with six games remaining....

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49ers owner Jed York pleads no contest to 2 misdemeanor charges in Ohio

The San Francisco 49ers owner was arrested Sunday in East Palestine, Ohio, and was released after posting a $5,000 bond....

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These are the best airports and airlines for flight deals, a new report finds

The top U.S. airports with the cheapest flights domestically are also the ones that have the most competition, often featuring airlines with shared hubs....

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US strikes a vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing 2 people in first attack in months

The death toll in the nearly yearlong U.S. campaign of bombing boats allegedly trafficking drugs now exceeds 210 after more than 60 strikes in the Pacific....

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Father left tired 7-year-old son alone on Mount Fuji during family hike, police say

The boy was found unharmed about 8,200 feet above sea level after his father and older brother returned from their hike roughly five hours later....

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Indiana utility company faces lawsuit as outage leaves thousands in the dark for nearly 2 weeks

Since the outages began Aug. 11, NIPSCO said it has restored power to about 364,400 customers. Thousands are still waiting for service to return....

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Maine summer camp helps veterans heal through adaptive sports

A camp for disabled veterans is helping participants return to activities they once thought were out of reach while building confidence and camaraderie....

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Mother and 2-year-old daughter killed by lightning strike in Florida

A neighbor who rushed outside to help after the lightning strike described it as "a scene that I never want to see again."...

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Bunny Levine, elderly actress known for over 100 roles, including 'Gilmore Girls' and 'La La Land' dies

Levine put acting aside for more than three decades before retiring early as a librarian and picking it up as a hobby....

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Pumpkin flavors, fall favorites return this week at Starbucks

Aside from pumpkin spice, Starbucks' fall menu includes drinks with flavors of pecan and banana bread....

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Chick-fil-A launches fall menu, bringing chicken and waffles nationwide

The fast-food chain said it's launching the Chicken & Waffles sandwich after a successful limited-time test last year....

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MrBeast challenges 100 Indiana State Police troopers to find him in 12-hour hide-and-seek game

The participating troopers were off duty and the department was compensated for the use of its equipment during the video production....

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Nonprofit hosts backpack drive for families impacted by Operation Metro Surge

Community members donated 300 backpacks for students who need supplies for the upcoming school year....

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Ohio firefighters build playground for 1-year-old boy battling cancer

Waylon, who is battling neuroblastoma, has to be careful about being around germs, including those found at public parks....

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Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom ejected from Fever-Sky game after confrontation with Sky's Natasha Cloud

Before the game, Enes Kanter Freedom joined a small rally in support of Indiana Fever player Sophie Cunningham outside of the arena....

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Tropical Storm Moke set to dump more heavy rain on hurricane-stricken Hawaii

Even as Hawaii recovers from a hurricane earlier this month, it faces the potential of over a foot of rain from a new tropical storm....

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8-year-old Louisiana girl dies after battle with rare brain-eating amoeba

"We are heartbroken and honestly do not know what to do next," Lillian Smart's parents wrote on Facebook, announcing the death of their 8-year-old daughter....

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