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When it comes to Tylenol, what are parents to do?
The science on Tylenol and autism isn’t clear, despite President Trump’s claims. Here’s what parents need to know to make their own decisions about acetaminophen.
Trump slams 'uncontrolled migration' — and blames the U.N.
In his United Nations General Assembly speech, President Trump warned world leaders of “uncontrolled migration” and accused the U.N. of contributing to the problem.
Lawmaker says banning guns at Minnesota Capitol is a non-starter
The Advisory Committee on Capitol Security met Monday for the second time since the deadly attacks on Minnesota lawmakers in June — and the first since the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk earlier this month.
Harris book paints Walz as authentic, but she cringed at his VP debate performance
A new book by former Vice President Kamala Harris offers her view of last year’s presidential race and an inside peek at her dealings with Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, who was her Democratic running mate in the quick-turn campaign.
Former state Sen. Nicole Mitchell must serve 6 months in jail for felony burglary
Former state Sen. Nicole Mitchell has been sentenced to 180 days in jail following her burglary conviction this summer. The Becker County judge authorized her for work release in Ramsey County.
Man charged with attempted assassination of Trump rests own case
Ryan Routh, who is accused in the attempted assassination of Donald Trump on his golf course last year, called three witnesses and rested his defense after only a few hours of testimony on Monday.
Russia and Ukraine fire drones, missiles and bombs as Zelenskyy seeks help at UN
Russia says it shot down three dozen Ukrainian drones heading toward Moscow. And Ukraine says Russian missiles, drones and bombs killed at least two civilians. The reports Tuesday came as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy persevered with efforts to bolster international support for his country at a U.N. gathering of world leaders.