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Good morning. Flash flood warnings continue this morning in parts of southeastern Minnesota and southwestern Wisconsin with heavy rain and mudslides hindering travel in some areas. Minnesota lost a media icon yesterday. Bill Diehl, "the Rajah of the Records," died at age 91. Diehl made his name covering entertainment for the Pioneer Press for 53 years, changing the way pop culture was covered around here. | NewsCut | Forecast
 

Minneapolis officer doesn't have to talk to state agents

When it comes to talking to authorities, defense attorneys and legal experts said police officers have the same Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination as everyone else. | 911 call: Woman shot by Mpls. cop heard female yelling help

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Fact check: Trump's confusing remarks to Senate Republicans on health care

After another failed attempt at overhauling Obamacare, President Trump tried to sell his party's repeal efforts (and push some senators into line) at a Wednesday lunch. Here's what he said.| GOP senators in last-ditch try to rescue health care bill

State investigating Monsanto weed killer after farmers' complaints

Minnesota farmers have joined hundreds in the southern U.S. who allege that the weed killer dicamba is drifting, hurting non-resistant fields.

Transgender student guidelines for Minn. schools draws impassioned crowd

State education officials have approved a set of optional guidelines for transgender students -- a "toolkit" with suggestions for district professionals on topics like field trips, sports and restrooms.

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An orchestra fantasy comes true

For "accomplished amateurs," the chance to play with the Minnesota Orchestra is a treat, as well as a challenge. | Arts

Art Hounds: Algerian folk tales come to life in 'Sunrise at Midnight'

Art Hounds recommend a dance festival in Battle Lake and a vibrant retrospective at the Textile Center. | Art Hounds wants you!

Friend of Jamar Clark protest shooter sentenced to jail

Nathan Gustavsson will also serve a minimum of five years of probation. A self-proclaimed gun enthusiast, he's banned for life from owning or possessing firearms in Minnesota because he is a convicted felon.

Appetites: Nonprofit-led farmers markets giving out free food

Some nonprofits are setting up farmers markets to give fruits and vegetables away to people who may not otherwise be able to afford them.

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