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Judge orders Trump administration to resume distributing money for EV chargers
Congress designated money for building new EV chargers, but the Trump administration put a freeze on those funds. A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction ordering the program to resume.
U.S. sues Minnesota over law that helps students without legal status get in-state tuition
The U.S. government is suing Minnesota over a state law extending eligibility for in-state tuition to people without legal immigration status. The lawsuit argues the Minnesota Dream Act which was passed more than a decade ago, discriminates against citizens from other states.
Bois Forte Band of Chippewa elects new chair
Carlos A. Hernandez won in a close race, according to special election results shared by the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa.  
Why a war in the Middle East hasn't sparked an oil crisis
Global crude oil prices are now lower than they were before Israel attacked Iran earlier this month. A price spike did occur, but it was short-lived — unlike oil crises of the past.
Remembering longtime Minnesota Capitol reporter Bill Salisbury who died at age 80
Longtime, legendary Minnesota political reporter Bill Salisbury has died at the age of 80 after a career that spanned more than a half-century. Colleagues and friends remember him as a determined reporter who was fair, accurate and unfailingly respectful.
How hot is too hot for kids to play outside?
With heat indices over 100 degrees across much of the country, it's hot out there. But is it too hot for kids to be outside?