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Good morning! Highs near 30 today and foggy overnight. This head-scratcher comes courtesy of the Pioneer Press, via NewsCut: Who knew grabbing someone's tush isn't against the law in Minnesota? Apparently, it's legal as long as the victim is wearing clothes. A state Senate committee approved getting rid of the exception on Wednesday. |  Forecast  
Minnesota doctors call for ban on assault weapons
The largest physicians' organization in Minnesota is calling for a ban on assault weapons and more research on gun violence in the wake of the Florida high school shooting.| Experts: Here's how to prevent the next school shooting
School leaders learn 'threat assessment' a necessary skill

Last month's Florida school shooting and the rash of copycat threats that followed in Minnesota and around the nation has put the spotlight on how schools and law enforcement measure risks and respond. | Dayton backs $21M to boost school safety, student mental health | Photos: Students rally at Capitol for tougher gun control

Fate of Fergus Falls hospital splits community

A 127-year-old vacant state hospital is dividing the community of Fergus Falls, leaving bad feelings some worry will linger far into the future. City leaders have wrestled for more than decade with what to do with the iconic structure that once housed as many as 2,000 patients treated for a variety of mental illnesses.

Trump expected to formally order tariffs on steel, aluminum imports

President Trump's order, which may come as early as Thursday, could include exceptions for U.S. allies. The plan has prompted fears of a trade war, and GOP leaders have spoken out against it.

St. Cloud Paralympic snowboarder designs innovative gear -- for rivals
Mike Schultz is the architect behind some of the most cutting edge prosthetic components out there. The Minnesotan was voted flag bearer for Team USA during the opening ceremony Friday.
Appetites: Good fungi! Local mushrooms for a winter feast

While fresh local fruits and veggies can be hard to find in the bleak midwinter, there's a whole group of local produce that's still in strong supply. Mushrooms, grown here in Minnesota, are in the markets.

'Village' helped 2 St. Paul hockey brothers make it to state tournament

Ray and Rob Christy are forwards for St. Thomas Academy, which plays Centennial High in the Minnesota boys hockey tournament at 8 p.m. Here's how friends, family and neighbors stepped in after their mother died.

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Art Hounds recommend theater, music, poetry and comedy by and about women.

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