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Freedom of speech is shifting under the Trump administration. We’re exploring how
Many Americans worry freedom of speech is fading, while others feel empowered to say what they want. NPR's Morning Edition explores this dynamic in a new series, The State of the First Amendment.
Altuve drives in winning run in 10th after Alvarez’s homer in 9th ties it as Astros top Twins 9-7
Jose Altuve drove in the go-ahead run with a single in the 10th inning after Yordan Alvarez tied it with a two-run homer in the ninth and the Houston Astros rallied from an early six-run deficit to beat the Minnesota Twins 9-7.
Marco Rossi’s overtime winner steers the Wild out of their skid for a 3-2 win over the Stars
Marco Rossi scored on a power play 58 seconds into overtime as the Minnesota Wild stopped a four-game losing streak by beating the Dallas Stars 3-2. Matt Boldy drew a tripping penalty on Jason Robertson to give the Wild a 4-on-3.
New program will make college classes accessible for students with an intellectual disability
Lake Superior College received the state’s first Inclusive Higher Education Grant to make academic classes and programs more accessible to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
A Capitol jargon cheat sheet as Minnesota lawmakers approach crucial session deadline
The 2025 Minnesota legislative session faces a cutoff point this week as lawmakers work toward their final day of May 19. Here are some terms that might help you navigate the Capitol push.
Grief brought her back to western Minnesota. Now she’s helping restore her hometown 
Kris Shelstad left Madison more than 30 years ago for a life in the Army. When tragedy struck, she returned to heal. When she saw Madison needed some restoration, too, she asked people what they wanted and then started building it.
Bracing for Trump's tariffs? Here are 3 money tips from a personal finance columnist
President Donald Trump's new taxes on imported goods are creating a "scary ride" for the U.S. market, says personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary. She recommends keeping these three things in mind.