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Stories from July 19, 2025

Slight chill in the air Saturday night with clearing skies

Slight chill in the air Saturday night with clearing skies

Our slightly stubborn cloud cover will continue to clear Saturday night, with overnight temperatures bringing a slight chill to the air. An Air Quality Alert remains in effect for northern Minnesota through Monday morning due to wildfire smoke. Expect more sunshine and comfortable temperatures on Sunday.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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New Texas law aims to save lives by clarifying the state abortion ban. Will it work?

New Texas law aims to save lives by clarifying the state abortion ban. Will it work?

In Texas, where abortion is banned, a bipartisan group of lawmakers, medical associations, and groups on either side of the issue worked together to clarify when abortion can be used in emergencies.
by Olivia Aldridge

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Palestinians shot dead trying to reach US group's food distribution sites, Gaza authorities say

Palestinians shot dead trying to reach US group's food distribution sites, Gaza authorities say

Witnesses and Gaza hospital officials say Israeli troops have killed at least 32 Palestinians near aid distribution hubs in the latest deadly violence around people seeking desperately needed food.
by The Associated Press

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McMahon and Beck homers send MLB-worst Rockies to a 6-4 win over the Twins

McMahon and Beck homers send MLB-worst Rockies to a 6-4 win over the Twins

Ryan McMahon’s two-run homer capped a four-run first inning, Jordan Beck homered and finished a double shy of hitting for the cycle and the MLB-worst Colorado Rockies opened their second half of the season with a 6-4 win over the Minnesota Twins.
by The Associated Press

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3 Democrat-led states have rolled back Medicaid access for people lacking permanent legal status

3 Democrat-led states have rolled back Medicaid access for people lacking permanent legal status

Three Democratic-led states that led the way in offering free health care to low-income people who are in the U.S. without legal permission are either limiting or ending the programs because of significant budget concerns.
by The Associated Press

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15 essential books to better understand climate change

15 essential books to better understand climate change

Professors at universities and colleges across the state say one of the best ways to understand climate change is simple: reading. 
by Jaylan Sims

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The week when crypto won big in America

The week when crypto won big in America

Congress passed the first major crypto legislation in the U.S., marking a major milestone for the digital currency sector. And with President Donald Trump's support, the industry plans to march on.
by Rafael Nam

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Trump order gives Minnesota taconite plants more time to cut mercury pollution

Trump order gives Minnesota taconite plants more time to cut mercury pollution

After years of delay, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency approved a rule last year requiring Minnesota’s taconite industry to cut its mercury emissions. Now the Trump administration is giving facilities at least two more years to comply.
by Dan Kraker

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Splendid Saturday with sunshine and temperatures in the 70s

Splendid Saturday with sunshine and temperatures in the 70s

A wonderful start to the weekend as high pressure builds in, bringing sunshine and comfortable temperatures in the 70s. Despite the pleasant weather, an air quality alert is in effect Saturday afternoon for northern Minnesota.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Disabled passengers say they love riding trains. Will Amtrak love them back?

Disabled passengers say they love riding trains. Will Amtrak love them back?

For years, disabled passengers have complained about Amtrak and its poor service — that it’s too hard for them to ride the train. A new federal report looks at its efforts to get better.
by Joseph Shapiro

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