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Stories from July 12, 2026

Heat dome set to double the Twin Cities' 90-degree days this week

Heat dome set to double the Twin Cities' 90-degree days this week

This week's heat wave will quickly close the gap between this year's slow start and a more typical summer, adding several more 90-degree days in just one week.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Soaring costs and end of tax credit leads 17,000 Minnesotans to drop MNSure health coverage

Soaring costs and end of tax credit leads 17,000 Minnesotans to drop MNSure health coverage

This year, 17,000 Minnesotans have dropped the health insurance they had purchased in the Affordable Care Act marketplace known as MNSure, as insurance premiums soar and a tax credit that many people use to help defray the cost of ACA insurance expired.
by Molly Castle Work

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Advocates launch Minnesota campaign for universal free childcare

Advocates launch Minnesota campaign for universal free childcare

Leaders of Childcare for All, a project of Faith in Minn., say they’re on a mission to build their ranks and press lawmakers for better pay for early childhood educators and more affordable and accessible childcare.
by Kyra Miles

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Tornado near Detroit Lakes leaves mess to clean up, as well as opportunities for scammers

Tornado near Detroit Lakes leaves mess to clean up, as well as opportunities for scammers

The EF-2 tornado that hit earlier this week near Detroit Lakes has left damage and debris in its wake. Minnesota state officials warn that extreme weather events can bring scam contractors looking to turn a profit, and residents should be cautious about signing contracts.
by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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