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The U.S. prison population is rapidly graying. Prisons aren't built for what's coming

The U.S. prison population is rapidly graying. Prisons aren't built for what's coming

By one measure, about a third of all prisoners will be considered geriatric by 2030. Prison systems are grappling with how to care for their elderly prisoners — and how to pay for it.
by Meg Anderson

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On latest lap through Capitol, backers of legal sports betting bill strain for winning formula

On latest lap through Capitol, backers of legal sports betting bill strain for winning formula

As Minnesota lawmakers consider legalizing and regulating sports betting, they’re debating whether to keep certain kinds of wagering off the table. How far they go could dictate whether a bill passes this year.
by Clay Masters

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Kia and Hyundai owners continue to report car theft after free security upgrades

Kia and Hyundai owners continue to report car theft after free security upgrades

Following a nationwide surge in stolen Kia and Hyundai cars built without standard security technology, the companies offered free anti-theft upgrades. But car owners in the Twin Cities and nationwide continue to report stolen cars and break-ins.
by Cari Spencer

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Timberwolves' Rudy Gobert fined $100,000 for directing 'money sign' gesture toward referee

Timberwolves' Rudy Gobert fined $100,000 for directing 'money sign' gesture toward referee

The NBA has fined Minnesota center Rudy Gobert $100,000 two days after he implied that referee Scott Foster was not calling games fairly and further suggesting that gambling is having a detrimental impact on the outcome of games.
by The Associated Press

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As a U.S. aid ship heads to Gaza, Biden again warns Netanyahu on civilian deaths

As a U.S. aid ship heads to Gaza, Biden again warns Netanyahu on civilian deaths

The U.S. ship left Virginia this weekend as part of an emergency mission to build a temporary pier in Gaza to facilitate aid. Biden criticized the Israeli prime minister over civilian deaths in Gaza.
by Joe Hernandez

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Clark sparks No. 3 Iowa's comeback for Big Ten tourney title 3-peat in 94-89 OT win over Nebraska

Clark sparks No. 3 Iowa's comeback for Big Ten tourney title 3-peat in 94-89 OT win over Nebraska

Caitlin Clark overcame a cold start to score 30 of her 34 points after halftime and help third-ranked Iowa rally past Nebraska 94-89 in overtime to win a third straight Big Ten Tournament. 
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