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Good morning! Partly cloudy with a few flurries. Highs near 20. As President Trump once again tweets that the media is the enemy of the people, a reminder that we are not. Joshua McKerrow, a photojournalist for the Capital Times, where a gunman slaughtered members of the staff this year, had this rebuttal to the president.  | What's on MPR News today? | Forecast
Projected surplus sets up fight over gas tax, health care
The stage is set for another partisan battle over taxes and spending during the 2019 legislative session that begins next month. | Minnesota budget surplus projected to top $1.5B
Outreach group accused of abuse, intimidation at homeless camp

Native American leaders in the Twin Cities plan to issue a statement Friday condemning the actions of Natives Against Heroin. The group is accused of being too controlling and aggressive.

Seniors dumped off Medicare Cost plans frustrated, angry

A change in federal law intended to reduce Medicare spending is causing confusion and anger among seniors and could leave some with huge, uncovered medical expenses next year.

Confirmation vote during controversy: Minneapolis' top cop has been here before

Once again, Medaria Arradondo is expected to receive the nod from council during trying times

Court deadlines set stage for more Russia probe details

Robert Mueller is set to reveal more details about his Russia investigation on Friday as he faces court deadlines in the cases of two men who worked closely with President Trump.

Minnesota Pearl Harbor survivor recalls attack
Today marks the 77th anniversary of the surprise attack at Pearl Harbor. St. Paul's Richard Thill, aboard the USS Ward, was among those who survived. | Listen: Exploring the power of patriotism
Another lead-poisoned bird euthanized at U's Raptor Center

So far this season, the Raptor Center has seen two sick eagles where lead was the primary problem. Both had to be euthanized. Five more eagles were admitted where lead was a secondary problem.

Pine Co. seeks public help finding missing mom, infant

Laura Lee St. Awesome, 39, and her 1-month-old son, Theo Stillday, were last seen together on Tuesday. Officials say they're concerned for their welfare.

He's Jewish, but being Santa is his calling
"Being Santa really does make you a better person because he talks to children, gives them respect; he looks them in the eyes and listens," Rick Rosenthal says. "And he treats them all the same, whether they are 4 or 94." | So you want to be Santa? Here's how to avoid rookie mistakes
Kevin Hart bows out as Oscars host amid backlash over past tweets

"I'm sorry that I hurt people," the comic said, referring to anti-gay tweets he had posted years earlier. He had initially refused to apologize, only to announce hours later that he was stepping down.

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