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Stories from January 3, 2024

Older Americans say they feel trapped in Medicare Advantage plans

Older Americans say they feel trapped in Medicare Advantage plans

As enrollment in Medicare Advantage plans grows, so do concerns about how well the insurance works, including from those who say they have become trapped in the private plans as their health declines.
by Sarah Jane Tribble

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The Supreme Court is expected to determine whether Trump can keep running for president. Here's why

The Supreme Court is expected to determine whether Trump can keep running for president. Here's why

The U.S. Supreme Court is expected to determine whether former President Donald Trump can keep running for the White House. Trump on Wednesday appealed a ruling from the Colorado Supreme Court that he’s ineligible for the presidency because he violated a rarely used constitutional prohibition on those who hold office having “engaged in insurrection.” 
by The Associated Press

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Forbidden catch, happy ending: Minnesota trapper uses CPR to save wayward marten

Forbidden catch, happy ending: Minnesota trapper uses CPR to save wayward marten

A northern Minnesota trapper recently took the unusual step of giving CPR to an animal caught in a trap. A Department of Natural Resources conservation officer helped release the revived and “very angry” pine marten.
by Dan Gunderson

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Today in Fargo-Moorhead: Looking toward a likely snowy weekend

Wednesday night is Parachigo’s Garment Club, Nature Night at Swing Barrel Brewing, plus karaoke at the Four and Four and open mic comedy at The Cellar Comedy Club.
by Amy Felegy

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Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon canceled

The 300-mile-long Beargrease runs from Duluth along the North Shore of Lake Superior to Grand Portage. It's the longest sled dog race in the lower 48 states. Due to virtually no snow, it’s been canceled this year largely out of concern for musher and dog safety. That story and more in this evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.
by Emily Reese

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Champion musher reacts to 2024 Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon cancellation

Champion musher reacts to 2024 Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon cancellation

Musher Erin Aili and her husband Keith Aili have both won Beargrease along with their award-winning Alaskan Husky sled dogs, who have been diligently training for the race until this disappointing turn of events.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lindsey Seavert

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Record warmth tops Minnesota weather stories of 2023

Record warmth tops Minnesota weather stories of 2023

Each year the Minnesota State Climatology Office ranks the top 5 weather stories of the year. They ask local meteorologists and climate experts for input. As you might imagine, record warmth was the top weather story of 2023 in Minnesota.
by Paul Huttner

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Judge declines to halt Nenookaasi closure

Judge declines to halt Nenookaasi closure

A judge has turned down an effort to stop the closure of a large encampment in Minneapolis, which appears on schedule to take place Thursday.
by Melissa Olson

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The 5-minute daily playtime ritual that can get your kids to listen better

The 5-minute daily playtime ritual that can get your kids to listen better

Called "special time," the strategy is widely recommended by children's health professionals to help reduce behavioral issues in young children. Here's a guide on how to do it with your kids at home.
by Becky Harlan and Summer Thomad

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Cooler Wednesday and Thursday; snow for much of the state this weekend

Cooler Wednesday and Thursday; snow for much of the state this weekend

We’ll be slightly cooler Wednesday and Thursday with a mix of a lot of clouds and some occasional sun. Snow showers develops for the weekend with accumulations likely, especially north. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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All 4 Republicans in Minnesota’s congressional delegation back Trump’s latest White House bid

All 4 Republicans in Minnesota’s congressional delegation back Trump’s latest White House bid

Republicans in the state’s congressional delegation say they support former President Donald Trump in his comeback campaign. Rep. Tom Emmer, Minnesota highest-ranking Republican official, said it’s time for Republicans to unite behind Trump.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Mangiapane, Huberdeau score as Flames beat Wild 3-1

Mangiapane, Huberdeau score as Flames beat Wild 3-1

Andrew Mangiapane and Jonathan Huberdeau scored first-period goals for Calgary, and Blake Coleman added an empty-netter as the Flames held on to beat the short-handed Minnesota Wild 3-1.
by The Associated Press

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Lawmakers consider changes to student restraint law for school resource officers

State legislative leaders will meet with law enforcement officials this month to consider potential changes to the state's student restraint law. And the Minneapolis City Council could have new leadership soon. Ward 1 Council Member Elliott Payne has said he will seek the council presidency.
by Phil Picardi

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Slightly cooler Wednesday. Some snow for the weekend ahead

Slightly cooler Wednesday. Some snow for the weekend ahead

It will be ever so slightly cooler Wednesday with a mix of clouds and sun. Wednesday night will also be colder. Temps rebound a bit this weekend with snow showers looking likely. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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A Hamas leader is killed in an explosion in Beirut

A Hamas leader is killed in an explosion in Beirut

A senior official of the Palestinian militant group Hamas has been killed in what it believes to be an Israeli strike in Lebanon's capital of Beirut. Israel has not taken responsibility.
by Jane Arraf

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Biden campaign running 'like the fate of our democracy depends on it'

Biden campaign running 'like the fate of our democracy depends on it'

The president is expected to hold campaign events in Valley Forge, Pa., and the Mother Emanuel AME church in South Carolina, pushing back against extremism and political violence.
by Tamara Keith

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Professional women’s hockey returns to Minnesota this week

Professional women’s hockey returns to Minnesota this week

Minnesota’s yet-to-be-named Professional Women’s Hockey League team will play its first game Wednesday before welcoming eager fans to its home opener Saturday at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul.
by Peter Cox and Nicole Ki

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Minnesota kids love outdoor learning. Lawmakers are paying attention

Minnesota kids love outdoor learning. Lawmakers are paying attention

A recent visit with fifth graders to Wolf Ridge in northeastern Minnesota helps to understand why the state’s outdoor learning centers are popular, and why lawmakers are interested in expanding the idea.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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