Stories from April 19, 2025

April 19, 2025 3:07 PM

250 years after America went to war for independence, a divided nation battles over its legacy

Thousands of people flocked to Lexington, Massachusetts, to witness a reenactment of how the American Revolution began 250 years ago.

by The Associated Press

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April 19, 2025 2:18 PM

Netanyahu says Israel has 'no choice' but to continue fighting in Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel has “no choice” but to continue fighting in Gaza. He says Israel will not end the war before destroying Hamas, freeing the hostages and ensuring that the territory won’t present a threat.

by The Associated Press

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April 19, 2025 1:57 PM

Head Start advocates brace for possibility of Trump eliminating funding

A Trump administration document, cited by news reports, proposes eliminating funding for Head Start, which is dedicated to early child care services. An advocate says the move would be "catastrophic."

by Ayana Archie

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April 19, 2025 11:36 AM

Putin calls an Easter ceasefire as Russia and Ukraine swap hundreds of POWs

The Russian president announced a temporary ceasefire, citing humanitarian reasons, as Russia and Ukraine swapped hundreds of captured soldiers.

by The Associated Press

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April 19, 2025 11:02 AM

PWHL chooses Vancouver as 1st expansion city with 2nd market to be determined

The PWHL’s first expansion team will be based in Vancouver with an announcement scheduled for next week. The Province newspaper in Vancouver first reported the city being selected for PWHL expansion.

by The Associated Press

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April 19, 2025 9:12 AM

A beautiful spring day for the metro

You know that old saying about April showers, that one rings true with this week’s forecast. So when there is blue sky above, take advantage of the sunshine.

by MPR News Staff

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April 19, 2025 8:50 AM

Wolves aim to go big with Gobert vs. Lakers after center's strong regular season finish

The unexpectedly extended All-Star break for Rudy Gobert provided a necessary reset after an uneven start to the season with the Minnesota Timberwolves.

by The Associated Press

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April 19, 2025 8:36 AM

Wild ride Gustavsson into NHL playoffs after bounce-back season in goal

The spotlight has been on Marc-Andre Fleury all season with Minnesota. The soon-retiring goalie who has the second-most victories in NHL history is winding down his farewell tour.

by The Associated Press

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April 19, 2025 8:29 AM

Four centuries later, Easter's date remains divisive. Some church leaders want that to change

Eastern and Western churches will celebrate Easter on the same day this year, while marking 1,700 years since the Council of Nicaea unified Christian doctrine.

by The Associated Press

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April 19, 2025 8:20 AM

Israeli strikes on Gaza kill more than 90 people in 48 hours, Palestinians say

Gaza’s Health Ministry says more than 90 people have been killed by Israeli strikes in 48 hours. The ministry does not differentiate between civilians and combatants.

by The Associated Press

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April 19, 2025 8:10 AM

History shows revoking Harvard's tax status won't be easy — or fast

A presidential effort to revoke Harvard University's tax-exempt status could run up against a number of challenges, including violating federal law.

by Jonaki Mehta

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April 19, 2025 8:00 AM

White House solicits corporate sponsors for its Easter Egg Roll event

Corporate sponsors for the usually apolitical event held on the White House South Lawn include tech giants Meta, YouTube and Amazon.

by Alana Wise

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April 19, 2025 7:46 AM

Supreme Court blocks, for now, new deportations under Alien Enemies Act

In a brief order, the court directed the Trump administration not to remove Venezuelans held in the Bluebonnet Detention Center in Texas "until further order of this court."

by Jasmine Garsd

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April 19, 2025 7:00 AM

Ask a Bookseller: ‘There Are Rivers in the Sky’ by Elif Shafak

Meghan Hayden of River Bend Bookshop in Glastonbury and West Hartford recommends “There Are Rivers in the Sky” by Elif Shafak.

by Emily Bright

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April 19, 2025 6:00 AM

Here's how to use nasal spray right and more tips for managing spring allergies

Here's the lowdown from allergy doctors on how to get relief, from which medicines to use — and how to best use them — to tips for keeping pollen out of your home.

by Andrea Muraskin

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April 19, 2025 5:00 AM

Duluth wastewater plant captures methane to produce heat, power

A new project at a huge wastewater treatment plant in Duluth creates heat and power from the biogas that’s created during sewage treatment, saving the facility more than $1 million a year in electricity costs.

by Dan Kraker

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April 18, 2025 7:49 PM

Mankato international student sues feds after surprise ICE arrest

An international student at Minnesota State University, Mankato alleges in a lawsuit filed Friday that immigration authorities illegally arrested him and are continuing to detain him because of his outspoken opposition to Israel’s war in Gaza.

by Matt Sepic

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