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Supreme Court revives suit against major logistics company with potentially big effects on industry

Supreme Court revives suit against major logistics company with potentially big effects on industry

The Supreme Court says man can sue a major logistics company after he lost part of his leg in a semi tractor-trailer crash. The justices' unanimous decision Thursday could have big ripple effects across the trucking industry.
by The Associated Press

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Postal Service releases special edition bald eagle stamps for America's 250th

Postal Service releases special edition bald eagle stamps for America's 250th

The U.S. Postal Service is releasing special edition stamps featuring the bald eagle for America's 250th birthday. The stamps issued Thursday depict the eagle across five life stages, from hatchling to adult.
by The Associated Press

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Need for rent relief remains high as eviction filings increase and individual donations slow down 

Need for rent relief remains high as eviction filings increase and individual donations slow down 

Some organizers of rent relief funds say they’re seeing an increase in requests for help as the number of evictions ticks upward and the amount of individual donations drop.
by Cari Spencer

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Passage of Minnesota prediction market ban sets stage for likely lawsuits

Passage of Minnesota prediction market ban sets stage for likely lawsuits

Minnesota lawmakers Tuesday passed a bill banning prediction markets from the state. If it’s signed into law, it will likely face legal challenges, as courts around the country weigh what counts as gambling and what level of government should regulate these platforms.
by Nina Moini and Alanna Elder

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Omaha's U.S. House race tests candidates' ability to reach beyond party lines

Omaha's U.S. House race tests candidates' ability to reach beyond party lines

Omaha, Neb., is home to a toss-up Congressional race this year. Voters have shown a willingness to vote for moderate candidates from both parties, but has the definition of a moderate now changed?
by Clay Masters

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Trump administration freezes new Medicare enrollments for hospice and home health agencies

Trump administration freezes new Medicare enrollments for hospice and home health agencies

The nationwide moratorium is the latest move by Vice President JD Vance's anti-fraud task force to crack down on healthcare scams, including those that affect Medicare, a U.S. government program providing health insurance to elderly and disabled Americans.
by Reuters

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Follow the vote: Your Minnesota lawmaker tracker

Follow the vote: Your Minnesota lawmaker tracker

Wondering what your lawmakers voted for? Track the latest legislation here.

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