Coverage dated August 3, 2026

Man who killed top Minnesota lawmaker and her husband makes first state court appearance

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The man serving two life terms plus 40 years after pleading guilty to federal charges related to killing a top Democratic lawmaker and her husband has made his initial appearance in state court. The procedural hearing for Vance Boelter comes less than two weeks after his sentencing in federal court.

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  1. WHEC Rochester

    Man who killed top Minnesota lawmaker and her husband makes first state court appearance (opens WHEC Rochester)

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    The man serving two life terms plus 40 years after pleading guilty to federal charges related to killing a top Democratic lawmaker and her husband has made his initial appearance in state court. The procedural hearing for Vance Boelter comes less than two weeks after his sentencing in federal court.

  2. Triblive

    Man who killed top Minnesota lawmaker and her husband makes 1st state court appearance (opens Triblive)

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    The man serving two life terms plus 40 years after pleading guilty to federal charges related to killing a top Democratic lawmaker and her husband made his initial appearance Monday in state court where he faces similar charges.

  3. ABC News

    Man who killed top lawmaker and her husband makes first state court appearance (opens ABC News)

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    The man serving two life terms plus 40 years after pleading guilty to federal charges related to killing a top Democratic lawmaker and her husband has made his initial appearance in state court

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