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After two years of steep increases, Minnesotans who buy health coverage outside of their employers will see either relatively small rate increases or rate cuts next year thanks to a state-backed financial safety net for insurers, officials said Monday. | NewsCut | Forecast | What are your thoughts on catastrophic health insurance?
White House says now is no time for gun debate

The press secretary said President Trump was focused on the victims and stressed that it was a "time to unite the country." | At least 58 killed in concert shooting

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Winter is coming. What if roads and runways could de-ice themselves?

Researchers are looking for alternatives to salt or harmful chemicals, including using concrete that can safely conduct electricity and heat road surfaces to keep them clear of ice and snow.

Dunwoody College creating additional space for engineering

College President Rich Wagner said the state only has a few options for students wanting to study engineering while there are thousands of job openings for mechanical engineers, software engineers and electrical engineers.

Vikings confirm season-ending ACL tear for Dalvin Cook

An MRI revealed the rookie running back sensation tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee in the third quarter of Sunday's game, Vikings Head Coach Mike Zimmer said Monday.

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U.S. Supreme Court won't hear Minnesota assisted suicide case

The high court's decision means the 2015 conviction will stand against Final Exit Network Inc., which was found guilty of assisting in the suicide of 57-year-old Doreen Dunn, of Apple Valley.

Getting the most out of pre-K, 'The Most Important Year' in school

About 1.5 million 4-year-olds started preschool this fall and parents are wondering: How do I know my child is in a high-quality program? A new book offers some answers.

U.S. Supreme Court lets Minnesota sex offender program stand

The nation's highest court declined to hear an appeal challenging the constitutionality of a Minnesota program to keep the most-dangerous sex offenders locked up indefinitely.

8-year-old Puerto Rican to Trump: 'Stop tweeting and come help the people'

President Trump is scheduled to visit the U.S. territory on Tuesday. Many there are without food, water and gas shortages following Hurricane Maria -- a situation Trump has tweeted about frequently.

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