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State of the Union offers Trump a chance to make the case for his foreign policy approach
At a moment when polls show the American public increasingly concerned about the economy, Trump’s assignment Tuesday evening was to cut through a thickening skepticism that he's staying true to his “America First” philosophy after a year in which his focus was often far from home.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.