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Man charged with killing prominent lawmaker could face a rarity for Minnesota: the death penalty
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The man charged with killing a prominent Minnesota lawmaker and wounding another could face something that ...
Suspected Shooter of Minnesota Lawmakers Potentially Facing Federal Death Penalty: What We Know About Vance L. Boelter
What to know about man suspected of shooting two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses, resulting in one couple dying.
Minnesota Lawmaker’s Dog Killed In Fatal Shooting Of State Representative, Husband
Melissa and Mark Hortman’s golden retriever, Gilbert, was a former service dog trainee who proved too “happy-go-lucky” for ...
Lifelong friend of man accused of killing two Minnesota lawmakers struggles to comprehend ‘a sick man’
Law enforcement has cautioned the motive could be more complex than observers might prefer, even as Vance Boelter’s own ...
Accused Minnesota killer targeted lawmakers in other states, officials say
Minnesota Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband were shot to death at their home early Saturday morning by a man disguised as ...
‘We need more money’: Lawmakers call for security boost after Minnesota killings
But how to effectively spend money to increase security, without disconnecting lawmakers from their constituents, remains a ...
‘Saturday changed everything.’ Mass. lawmakers weigh what personal info should be public after Minnesota shootings.
The attack on Minnesota state lawmakers sent a chill through Beacon Hill, where elected officials say they’re newly balancing ...
In wake of Minnesota lawmaker shootings, doctor shares how parents can discuss tough topics with kids
Feelings of grief and confusion can be difficult to process. For parents, it can be an even bigger challenge to talk through ...