(MNN)-A Vernon County woman faces charges of child sexual assault in a school setting. Police arrested 33-year-old Ashley Ann Benson on Monday and charged her with sexual assault of a child, sexual assault by school staff and sex with a child 16 or older. Prosecutors accuse Benson of engaging in sexual contact with multiple victims at multiple locations. Benson had been employed at both a public and private school in the Viroqua area prior to her arrest. She was released on a signature bond and has been ordered not to have contact with anyone under the age of 18.
Bear Hunt Lottery Applications Now Being Accepted
(MNN)-Prospective bear hunters have until Friday, May 1st, to apply for a 2026 bear hunting license through the DNR. Applications can be submitted online, by phone, or at any license agent. Hunters may also apply for preference only, earning a point ...
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Judge rules against Gull Lake owner over helicopter use
Twin Cities CEO Doug Schieffer has been fighting with the city of East Gull Lake over whether he can take off, land and store his helicopter on his property. The city says that under its zoning ordinances, those activities constitute an "airport...
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China aims to show global leadership with Iran war diplomacy. US appears uninterested
China is stepping up its diplomacy as the Iran war drags on
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