9 d. ago Family, friends, leaders pay final respects to slain Minnesota legislator and husband

Tens of thousands of mourners packed a Minneapolis basilica Saturday to pay their final respects to state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark.

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9 d. ago Biden, Harris and Walz attend funeral of slain former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman

Biden, Harris and Walz attend funeral of slain former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman  Los Angeles Times

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9 d. ago Slain Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman to be laid to rest in private funeral service

The Minnesota lawmaker was killed during a string of attacks against Democratic elected officials in the state.

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1 week ago People in Minnesota say goodbye to slain lawmaker Melissa Hortman and husband

Slain Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark will be buried Saturday as the public still grapples with the aftermath of the shocking political assassination a couple weeks ago.

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1 week ago Sole survivors in Lake Tahoe boating disaster had one thing in common

Tragedy struck on Lake Tahoe as eight family members and friends perish when their boat capsized in a sudden storm during a birthday celebration.

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1 week ago Los Angeles immigration raids: Family and friends call for release of LA tamale vendor taken by CBP agents

Los Angeles immigration raids: Family and friends call for release of LA tamale vendor taken by CBP agents  ABC7 Los Angeles

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1 week ago Washington Center’s new season offers variety, from family friendly to adults only

Washington Center’s new season offers variety, from family friendly to adults only  The Olympian

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1 week ago Friend of man killed in train collision says family had just moved to Alaska

Friend of man killed in train collision says family had just moved to Alaska  Alaska's News Source

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2 w. ago Here’s what Boston meteorologists are saying about the ‘dangerous level of heat’ early this week

"Stay hydrated, chill out in air-conditioned places, & check on friends & family." The post Here’s what Boston meteorologists are saying about the ‘dangerous level of heat’ early this week appeared first on Boston.com.

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2 w. ago The Best Lawn and Outdoor Games (2025): Cornhole, Ladderball, and More

From classics like cornhole to newer games like ladderball, these are our favorite ways to play with friends and family.

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2 w. ago Minnesota officials say addressing security is paramount after lawmaker assassination

After the fatal shootings in Minnesota of a state legislator and her husband, the topic of security is in the spotlight. It's expensive, restrictive and not foolproof. How strict is too strict?

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2 w. ago Hundreds gather to remember slain Minnesota lawmaker and husband

Hundreds have gathered outside Minnesota’s Capitol for a vigil to remember a prominent state lawmaker and her husband gunned down at their home

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3 w. ago Washington state legislators respected, worked with slain Minnesota lawmaker

Washington state legislators respected, worked with slain Minnesota lawmaker  KING5.com

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3 w. ago Slain Minnesota lawmaker attended Boston University, Harvard

“The entire Boston University community grieves the loss of one of our cherished alumnae, Melissa Hortman, who was a beloved and respected public servant." The post Slain Minnesota lawmaker attended Boston University, Harvard appeared first on Boston.com.

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3 w. ago Slain Minnesota Lawmaker Remembered as Pragmatic Problem Solver

Colleagues described Representative Melissa Hortman as a skilled, conciliatory lawmaker who was at once steely and warm.

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3 w. ago Klobuchar on slain Minnesota lawmaker: 'Such a decent person'

"When you hear about statistics about political violence and threats, I just want people to know who we're talking about," Klobuchar says of slain Minnesota lawmakers.

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3 w. ago Gabrielle Giffords joins politicians in condemning attacks on Minnesota lawmakers

A somber Gov. Tim Walz spoke about the work and legacy of State Rep. Melissa Hortman, who was assassinated at her home Saturday.

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3 w. ago Gov. Tim Walz, other leaders pay tribute to legislators shot at homes

A somber Gov. Tim Walz spoke about the work and legacy of State Rep. Melissa Hortman, who was assassinated at her home Saturday.

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3 w. ago Shock and Grief in U.K. After Air India Plane Crash: ‘I Didn’t Really Believe It’

The fatal flight was bound for England, where family and friends of the 241 victims on board, including 52 British nationals, were left searching for answers.

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