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White House blocks AP from event for using 'Gulf of Mexico'
The Associated Press says the White House blocked it from covering an official event on Tuesday because it did not refer to the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America.
As egg prices continue to soar, grocers like Trader Joe‘s limit how many cartons customers can buy
Not only are eggs expensive because of the ongoing bird flu outbreak. Now they are getting hard to find. And when stores do have eggs, consumers are starting to face limits on how many they can buy.
Trump and Musk appear together in the Oval Office to defend the work of DOGE
Trump and Musk spoke as the president signed a new executive order calling on the heads of federal agencies to "promptly undertake preparations to initiate large-scale reductions in force."
A legacy of joy: Chanhassen Dinner Theatre’s artistic director Michael Brindisi dies
Michael Brindisi directed 130 productions during his 37-year tenure, shaping the Twin Cities theater scene with his infectious enthusiasm, deep respect for actors and unwavering commitment to storytelling.
'Chilling effect': Arts organizations react to end of DEI initiatives from fed agency
The NEA will no longer fund arts programs that promote DEI or "gender ideology." The federal agency has cancelled grants that have funded programs for underserved communities for more than 20 years.
FBI says it found 2,400 new JFK assassination records
The FBI on Tuesday said it discovered 2,400 new records related to the assassination of former President John F. Kennedy as federal agencies work to comply with President Donald Trump's executive order last month to release thousands of files.
With federal money at risk, Minnesota’s public colleges stress high stakes of state budget debate
The University of Minnesota and Minnesota State Colleges and Universities systems are hoping for extra allocations from the Legislature this year. They know it’s a challenge given the state’s leaner budget.