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Night rescues ready to take flight in Minnesota

The Minnesota Air Rescue Team can now perform hoist rescues at night using Trooper 7, the State Patrol’s new Bell 429 helicopter — a major step forward in helping people stranded or injured in remote areas after dark.

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Photo of Trooper 7 preparing for takeoff

Night rescues ready to take flight in Minnesota

The Minnesota Air Rescue Team can now perform hoist rescues at night using Trooper 7, the State Patrol’s new Bell 429 helicopter — a major step forward in helping people stranded or injured in remote areas after dark.

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17-year-old Khiarra Caldwell uses the State Patrol's driving simulator

Teens learn road safety with virtual crashes and real lessons

As part of Teen Driver Safety Week, the Minnesota State Patrol is giving teens a firsthand look at the risks of distracted and impaired driving with new, hands-on simulators.

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