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U.S. women’s hockey team declines invitation from Trump to attend State of Union; men's team will be there

U.S. women’s hockey team declines invitation from Trump to attend State of Union; men's team will be there

The U.S. women’s hockey gold medal-winning team has politely declined an invitation from President Donald Trump to attend his State of the Union address on Tuesday, while members of the men’s hockey team — also celebrating a gold-medal win — said they will be there.
by The Associated Press

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Snowy season boosts northern Wisconsin tourism, but winters are becoming unreliable

Snowy season boosts northern Wisconsin tourism, but winters are becoming unreliable

In some ways, the winter of 2025-26 feels like the exception that proves the rule. For many who participate in winter activities or rely on winter tourism, a “normal” winter feels like an increasingly rare thing.

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New bill carves out public gift rule exception for first responders and mental health resources

New bill carves out public gift rule exception for first responders and mental health resources

There are restrictions on how and when public officials can receive gifts in Minnesota. But Monday, lawmakers discussed a bipartisan bill that would make sure those restrictions don't apply to mental health resources.
by Cait Kelley

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Crime down in Fargo, but overdoses at record high

Crime down in Fargo, but overdoses at record high

Crime rates have continued to fall in Fargo, but overdoses and mental health calls were at record highs in 2025.
by Harshawn Ratanpal

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Minnesota legislators on civility, collaboration and the 2026 session

Immigration, fraud, gun violence, affordability. How can Minnesota lawmakers tackle tough issues this legislative session without divisive rhetoric? MPR News host Catharine Richert talks with two state legislators working to foster civility at the state Capitol.  
by Catharine Richert and Cari Dwyer

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ALDI plans downtown St. Paul grocery store

ALDI plans downtown St. Paul grocery store

ALDI has filed permits to open a grocery store in downtown St. Paul, taking over the former Lunds & Byerlys space, though an opening date remains unclear.
by Regina Medina

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