​Republican Candidate Charged for Domestic Assault by Strangulation​: Patch PM

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

• Creepy Clown Craze: Farmington Police Respond to 'Bobo the Friendly Clown'

Across the nation, similar menacing stunts have closed schools and resulted in at least a dozen arrests.

• Burnsville House Candidate Charged for Domestic Assault by Strangulation

Authorities say the dispute began over pizza. The Republican candidate is charged with domestic assault by strangulation, a felony offense.

• After Six Months Alone in Eagan Woods, Dog Is Reunited with Family

Officials found Terra June, a Keeshond, living in Eagan woods three miles from her home.

• Four Minnesotans Indicted After Feds Bust Alleged International Sex Ring

The charged defendants include 12 Thai nationals and five U.S. nationals, including four from the Twin Cities.

• Mall of America Will Close Thanksgiving Day

The Mall of America has been open on Thanksgiving since 2012, but mall officials say they want to offer workers time with their families.

Also worth a read:

U of M College Republicans' 'Build The Wall' Painting Vandalized
Hot Pink Badge Added to Meeker County Sheriff’s Uniform to Support Breast Cancer Awareness
Minnesota Nurses Association Rejects Latest Contract From Allina Health
GoFundMe Page Established for Mom of Slain 5th and 8th Grade Richfield Students
House Candidate from Burnsville Arrested on Suspected Domestic Assault By Strangulation
Woodbury Woman Told Police She Was Abducted By Aliens

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