Stories from August 2, 2025

In Gaza, more Palestinians are killed while waiting for food aid
Dozens of Palestinians were killed, many while waiting for food aid, amid a deepening starvation crisis and despite Israeli assurances of a humanitarian pause in some areas of the territory.
Luka Doncic agrees to a contract extension through 2028 with the Lakers, committing to his new team
Luka Doncic has agreed to a three-year, $165 million maximum contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers. The Slovenian superstar is bypassing a chance at free agency next summer to build a long-term future with his new team.
Minnesota faces longest air quality alert in state history with wildfires raging across Canada
Minnesota is experiencing its longest air quality alert on record — seven days. The alert will remain in effect until noon on Monday, Aug. 4. It’s the result of Canada’s second most severe fire season yet.
After a reference to Trump's impeachments is removed from a history museum, complex questions echo
The Smithsonian removed a reference to President Donald Trump’s 2019 and 2021 impeachments from a presidential exhibit, amid broader efforts by the former administration to reshape cultural institutions and public messaging.
How surgeons build a new bladder for cancer patients like Deion Sanders
University of Colorado football coach Deion Sanders announced he got a new bladder this week as part of his cancer treatment. Here's how doctors construct a new bladder from a patient's small intestine.
Kyle Manzardo's RBI single in 10th inning gives Guardians 3-2 win over Twins
Kyle Manzardo singled home Brayan Rocchio with one out in the 10th inning for his second walk-off hit of the season, giving the Cleveland Guardians a 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins.
How abnormal are the revisions in this month’s jobs report?
A look at revisions to the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ monthly jobs report data in light of President Donald Trump’s firing the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics. It turns out that the revisions issued this month, while large, are not at all unprecedented.
Northside native Brynne Crockett amplifies her voice as Lynx in-arena host, role model
Northside native Brynne Crockett, known also by her stage name Bdot, can add in-arena host for the Minnesota Lynx home games to her resume. She’s also a hip-hop artist, high school basketball announcer and role model.
Wild weather, smoky skies put summer camps at risk
For one summer camp in Minneapolis, wildfires up north and a succession of severe storms have put coordinators in a tough spot as they try to provide an outdoor day care experience while also keeping campers safe.