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Harris campaigns in Wisconsin and Trump in Michigan in battle for 'blue wall' states
Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris is opening a two-day stay in Wisconsin and Michigan, and Republican candidate Donald Trump will be in Michigan on Thursday as the two candidates grapple for wins in the “blue wall” battleground states, which also include Pennsylvania.
Dreamer entrepreneur behind new Mexican flavored markets in Minneapolis
Daniel Hernandez, the owner of Colonial Market stores in Minneapolis has long dreamed of success and is bringing fresh food and jobs to parts of the city where both are in short supply.
Politically charged rumors and conspiracy theories about Helene flourish on X
False claims about the hurricane and the government’s response got millions of views on social media. Emergency management researchers say it makes it harder for useful information to surface.
In excerpt from new memoir, Melania Trump says women have the ‘right to choose’ abortion
The former first lady says she is a longtime supporter of abortion rights. Her memoir is coming out a year after former President Donald Trump said he was "able to kill Roe v. Wade."
Minnesota first responders, volunteers head south to aid in Hurricane Helene cleanup
Gov. Tim Walz authorized the Minnesota National Guard to provide aid in response to an emergency request from North Carolina officials. Minnesota utility companies, law enforcement agencies and fire departments are sending additional help.
Minnesota United clinches berth in 2024 MLS Cup playoffs with 0-0 tie against Real Salt Lake
The draw kept eighth-place Minnesota United one point ahead of the Portland Timbers in the Western Conference, which would give the Loons home-field advantage for a first-round MLS Cup playoff match.
Birders argue over plan to change dozens of bird names
On Thursday, a major birding society will discuss how to go about changing potentially offensive bird names. There's resistance to the original plan to rename all birds named after people.
A downed power line is officially blamed for last year’s Maui wildfire
The report from the the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives said that the fire that killed more than 100 people and destroyed the town of Lahaina called the fire “accidental.”