After another dog attack, St. Paul considers ordinance (Minneapolis-St. Paul Star Tribune) Only a couple of days after the latest serious dog attack in St. Paul, the City Council today is expected to pass an ordinance meant to curb such attacks as well as canine abuse. The proposed ordinance, sponsored by Council President Kathy Lantry, isn't directly linked to the recent spate of dog attacks. But it would prohibit some owners with a history of dangerous dogs from having dog licenses. ...
Health care bill goes to governor (49 ABC News Topeka) Lawmakers are ready for change when it comes to health care in Kansas. 49 News Political Reporter Gena Terlizzi explains how a just-passed measure could help some of the state's 300-thousand uninsured residents.
Postal Workers Worried About Dangerous Dog Attacks (WCCO Minneapolis/St. Paul) In just the past month WCCO has reported four different dog attacks, the most recent happened Monday afternoon in St. Paul. Its attacks like those that have people worried about dangerous dogs. In fact, postal workers are so concerned they're doing something about it. Video: Darcy Pohland Reports More Animal News More Minnesota News
Talk about town: Bad dogs or bad dog owners? (The Town Talk) Studies show that statistics do not support the idea that any one particular breed of dog is dangerous. "Vicious" dog laws put the blame on the dog and take the focus off the dog owner who is responsible for the care, condition and control of the animal.