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July 11, 2023 2:34 PM

Why recent forecasts on northern lights might be spotty

You may have heard a lot of chatter in the media and among friends about spotting the northern lights in Minnesota this week. But some experts say those predictions may have been premature — or just wrong. Writer Bob King writes the blog “Astro Bob” for the Duluth News Tribune, and joins Cathy Wurzer to break down the science behind the dancing lights.

by Cathy Wurzer and Ellen Finn

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July 11, 2023 1:39 PM

One senator's abortion protest leaves the Marine Corps without a permanent leader

The Marine Corps’ highest-ranking officer position fell vacant on Monday thanks to a move from Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., who continues to block nominations to protest a Pentagon abortion policy.

by Emily Olson

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July 11, 2023 12:55 PM

Man gets 37 1/2 years for killing girl caught in Minneapolis gunfire

Trinity Ottoson-Smith, 9, was at a friend’s birthday party in May 2021 when prosecutors said Dpree Shareef Robinson fired a gun from the alley at three people on the house’s back porch, hitting and killing the girl. Robinson was sentenced Tuesday.

by Matt Sepic

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July 11, 2023 11:55 AM

Iowa Legislature considers 6-week abortion ban during a special session

Republican lawmakers intend to pass a new ban on abortion after roughly six weeks of pregnancy. The process is expected to extend late into the night.

by The Associated Press

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July 11, 2023 8:52 AM

Minnesota tax rebate checks are moving forward. Here’s what you need to know

Minnesotans who moved or have changed banking information since filing their 2021 taxes have a few weeks to update their filing details with the state.

by Dana Ferguson

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July 11, 2023 7:12 AM

Sweet, savory, strange: Minnesota State Fair unveils new foods list for 2023

Pickle lemonade, crispy lutefisk steam buns, walleye fritter pops: They're all among the nearly three dozen new food offerings unveiled by the Minnesota State Fair on Tuesday.

by Andrew Krueger

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July 11, 2023 7:04 AM

Deaths from xylazine are on the rise. The White House has a new plan to tackle it

Deaths from overdoses of Xylazine-laced fentanyl have surged. The White House drug czar says he's marshalling efforts on testing, tracking, treatment, and stopping the spread.

by Deepa Shivaram

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July 11, 2023 5:42 AM

Appeals court says Minnesota governor had authority to impose mask mandate

The Minnesota Court of Appeals says Gov. Tim Walz had the legal authority to mandate face masks when he declared a public health emergency in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic.

by The Associated Press

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July 11, 2023 4:04 AM

An old drug offers a new way to stop STIs

Taken after sex, the antibiotic doxycycline can ward off some sexually transmitted illnesses. Doctors are already prescribing it and the CDC is expected to share guidance soon for how best to use it.

by Will Stone

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July 11, 2023 4:00 AM

Are Amazon Prime Day deals worth it? 5 things to know

Amazon's annual two-day sale for Prime members is here. Not all deals are as good as they seem, however. It pays to do some research to ensure you're getting the best price.

by Erin Kenney

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