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Goossen Removed From Command At Minot Air Force Base

Lt. Col. Paul Goossen was relieved of his duties for failing to maintain a professional workplace environment

MINOT, ND — The commander of the 69th Bomb Squadron at Minot Air Force Base has been removed from command. Lt. Col. Paul Goossen was relieved of his duties for failing to maintain a professional workplace environment. The decision was made by Gen. Timothy Ray, commander of Air Force Global Strike Command. The Air Force has not released specifics of a…

St. Paul Woman Attacked by Police K9 While Taking Out Her Trash

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ST. PAUL, Minn. — A woman is suing the St. Paul Police Department after she was bit by a K9 officer while taking out her trash. We warn you, the video may not be suitable for some viewers. The attorney for Desiree Collins says she was at the dumpster behind her home throwing out the trash when the dog attacked….

Boelke to Get Decision on Fargo Police Appeal Wednesday

The 15-year department veteran was fired last month for dereliction of duty

  FARGO, ND — Fired Fargo Police Officer David Boelke will get a ruling on his appeal on Wednesday. The Civil Service Commission has scheduled a meeting for September 13 at 5:30 p.m. to make its decision. The 15-year department veteran was fired last month for dereliction of duty. The commission held a hearing Friday on his appeal and heard…

Governor Dayton Names New Head of Minnesota National Guard

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Gov. Dayton has named Maj. Gen. Jon Jensen to take over as head of the Minnesota National Guard. Jensen will replace Maj. Gen. Richard Nash, who is reaching mandatory retirement age in October. Jensen will serve a seven-year term. Dayton cited his command of the 34th Red Bull Infantry Division as well as serving as chief…