Central Minnesota school district backtracks on approving girls' prom dresses

To view this email as a web page, [click here]( [Star Tribune]( Talkers Top stories - Central Minnesota school district backtracks on approving girls' prom dresses: A day after an Osakis High School prom co-adviser said that [the school will require girls to submit photos of themselves in their chosen dress]( to meet the school's new dress code, the school's interim superintendent released a statement saying that submitting a photo was merely a suggestion. - Enjoy the warm weather while you still can: The Twin Cities are in for two more record warm days before [“a potent storm” will bring heavy snowfall to parts of the Twin Cities]( area and surrounding communities starting Thursday night and into Friday, according to the National Weather Service. - New deportation rules allow more expulsions: The Department of Homeland Security on Tuesday released a set of documents translating President Donald Trump’s executive orders on immigration and border security into policy, bringing [a major shift in the way the agency enforces the nation’s immigration laws.]( A DHS official said [the rules are "not intended to produce mass roundups, mass deportations."]( Just days after Trump's comments about Sweden left officials there scratching their heads, [Swedish police on Tuesday were investigating a riot]( that broke out overnight in a predominantly immigrant suburb in Stockholm after officers arrested a suspect on drug charges. - Trump denounces "horrible" threats against Jewish centers: The president's comments about recent threats at Jewish community centers across the country marked [the first time he had directly addressed a wave of anti-Semitism]( and followed a more general White House denouncement of "hatred and hate-motivated violence." [Trump paid a visit to the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture]( this morning, in a nod to a constituency that voted overwhelmingly for his Democratic opponent last fall. Minnesota’s Russian-speaking community, about 50,000 strong, is reacting to growing tensions between Russia and the Trump administration with [a mix of concern, curiosity and skepticism.]( - Minnesota House passes bill to legalize Sunday liquor sales, but real fight is in Senate: [This is the first time in state history]( that a legislative chamber has passed a bill overturning the Sunday ban, a law that has been in effect since statehood in 1858 and remained in place after Prohibition. - Hy-Vee raises the stakes with new Savage store: [Its store opening today in Savage features several Hy-Vee firsts](, including Basin, a cosmetics and beauty department and several new grab-and-go options such as Dia Pida Italian Street Food, Long Island Deli sandwich shop, the hibachi Asian Grill and a Produce Butcher who will cut fruits and vegetables to order at no charge. - Uber hires Eric Holder to investigate sexism allegations: "Uber is scrambling to repair its image after a former engineer published bombshell allegations of sexism within the company. Now, it has hired one of the nation's most well-known attorneys to investigate the claims," [CNN Money reports.]( - Teen killed, four injured in I-35W crash in Minneapolis: A teenager riding in a car driven by a 17-year-old boy was killed Monday night after [the vehicle abruptly swerved across three lanes of traffic]( on I-35W in northeast Minneapolis, then hit a guardrail and rolled, the State Patrol said. - U professor arrested on suspicion of criminal sexual conduct, stalking: A longtime University of Minnesota law professor was arrested last week after [being accused by a former girlfriend of sexual misconduct and stalking](, according to records. - Winona teen convicted of masterminding huge gun theft: Cedric W. Andow, who was 17 at the time of the crime, was found guilty last week in Wabasha County District Court of theft in [the heist of 77 guns from the Millville Rod and Gun Shop]( on Division Street in Wabasha on Sept. 2. - Rogue cow gets brief taste of sweet, sweet freedom in New York City: "A rogue cow running through Queens drew a huge law enforcement response Tuesday as it ducked under caution tape and sidestepped police officers in a desperate effort to evade capture," [NBC New York reports.]( Watch this France is training eagles to take out drones: The latest evolution of the drone war is a centuries-old technique. The French military is [training four golden eagles to attack and destroy small drones](. Talk to us! Send feedback on this newsletter, questions, story tips, ideas or anything else to talkers@startribune.com. Trending - In becoming a U.S. citizen, I realized I've been an American all along: Star Tribune reporter Miguel Otárola, who became a citizen last month after living in the United States for the last 15 years, reflects on [the significance of this new chapter in his life.]( - David Cassidy reveals he has dementia: At the end of 2017, the former teen idol, who has spent the past several years touring the world and playing solo songs alongside tunes from “The Partridge Family,” has decided [to quit playing live shows to focus on his health.]( - Readers share their February heat wave photos: While not every Minnesotan is a fan of this mid-February warm stretch, we asked readers to show us how they enjoyed the warm weather over the weekend. The verdict was unanimous: [they love this early, extended taste of spring.]( For those who may be nostalgic for more seasonable weather, [here's a gallery of funny, clever and artistic snowmen]( submitted by readers across the state. - J. Cole, Chris Brown announce dates in St. Paul: Chart-topping rap star J. Cole and comeback-baiting R&B singer Chris Brown each [announced upcoming Xcel Energy Concerts on Tuesday](, giving fans till next week to save up their ticket money or choose between them. Sports roundup - Fletcher, Pitino prove patience can be underrated: The Minnesota Wild and Gophers men's basketball were both in trouble a year ago. Both teams have made changes, but the [biggest key is patience](, writes Chip Scoggins. - Kyle Gibson is throwing out traditional training methods: After the most disappointing season of his career, the Twins pitcher has been open to new ideas for rehabilitating from his nagging injuries. And he says [the new methods have been working](. - Wild look to take top spot in NHL: With a victory tonight against the rival Chicago Blackhawks, the Wild could become the [best team in the NHL]( heading into a five-day bye week. - Why might the Wolves be interested in Derrick Rose? Michael Rand makes three arguments for a possible deal to [acquire guard Derrick Rose from the New York Knicks](. Quote of the day “A tux is a tux.” -- Osakis High School prom co-adviser [Bobbi Jo Haakinson](, explaining why only girls at the school will be required to submit photos of their prom dresses for approval. Worth a click Iceland president's authoritarian views on pizza throw nation into turmoil: President Guðni Th. Jóhannesson raised eyebrows in the island nation last week when [he declared that he "would ban pineapple pizza"]( if he had the authority to do so. Iceland magazine reports that [Jóhannesson has since flip-flopped on that position](, but is now encouraging citizens to put fish on their pizza. Impeach! From the archives Feb. 21, 1985: KLSI radio host A.W. Pantoja lost a bet on whether the Twins would beat the Kansas City Royals several months earlier. City officials wouldn't allow him to jump in Lake Nokomis during the winter, so he made do with a hot tub in the parking lot near the lake. (Photo: John Croft/Star Tribune) Connect with Star Tribune [facebook]( [twitter]( [google+]( [pinterest]( [instagram]( [tumblr]( [Sign up for more newsletters]( • [Subscribe to Star Tribune]( • [Privacy Policy]( • [Unsubscribe]( This email was sent by: StarTribune, 650 3rd Ave S, Suite #1300, Minneapolis, MN, 55488 © 2017 StarTribune. All rights reserved. We value your opinion! [Give us your feedback.](