Police Warn of Poison-Laced Bread Meant for Dogs: Patch PM

MINNEAPOLIS, MN — Here are some stories to talk about tonight on Minnesota Patch:

Minnesota Laws that Go Into Effect Jan. 1

One law going into effect on Jan. 1 will influence the next U.S. presidential election.

Gophers Sexual Assault Case: County Announces No Charges

Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman said there was not enough new information to bring charges against the Gopher football players.

Poison-Laced Bread Meant for Dogs Found: Saint Paul Police

Police are investigating incidents where residents have found bread in their yards with what is believed to be poison meant for their dogs.

Minnesota Man Pays $1,500 for Decades-Old Library Late Fee

The library charged a nickel for each day the book was late.

Beware of Email Scam Involving False Sexual Predator Info: Anoka Sheriff

The Anoka County Sheriff's Office has received reports from residents regarding an email scam making false claims about a sexual predator.

Minnesota Miners Will Head Back to Work in January

U.S. Steel announced Thursday it would restart production in January at the Keetac plant in Keewatin, Minnesota.

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