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Two city council members vie to succeed St. Cloud’s departing mayor

Two city council members vie to succeed St. Cloud’s departing mayor

The mayoral race is highlighting some of St. Cloud’s most pressing challenges, including a housing crunch, a struggle to revive its downtown and a perception that the city is less safe. Both candidates talk about addressing those problems, but they differ — sometimes subtly — on how to do so.
by Kirsti Marohn

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'Los Angeles Times' editor resigns after newspaper withholds presidential endorsement

'Los Angeles Times' editor resigns after newspaper withholds presidential endorsement

The editorials editor of the LA Times resigned after the newspaper’s owner blocked the editorial board’s plans to endorse Vice President Harris for president, a journalism trade publication reported.
by The Associated Press

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With dueling rallies this week, Georgia is on the mind for Trump and Harris

With dueling rallies this week, Georgia is on the mind for Trump and Harris

Both candidates are in the crucial swing state this week. Trump had two events on Wednesday, while Harris, ahead of her own visit, answered "Yes" at a CNN town hall when asked if Trump is a fascist.
by Stephen Fowler

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PolitiFact weighs in on false claims about Walz and how to spot disinformation

PolitiFact weighs in on false claims about Walz and how to spot disinformation

A senior U.S. intelligence official has found that Russia is behind viral disinformation about Gov. Tim Walz. An account on X spread false claims against the Democratic vice presidential nominee but a closer look at the posts reveals inconsistencies and inaccuracies.
by Tom Crann and Ngoc Bui

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Efforts by Russia, Iran and China to sway U.S. voters may escalate, new Microsoft report says

Efforts by Russia, Iran and China to sway U.S. voters may escalate, new Microsoft report says

A new threat intelligence report from Microsoft says foreign adversaries have showed continued determination to influence the U.S. election and there are signs their activity will intensify as Election Day nears.
by The Associated Press

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Walz joins spouse Gwen, son Gus in voting early in Minnesota

Walz joins spouse Gwen, son Gus in voting early in Minnesota

Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic vice presidential candidate, encouraged Minnesotans to vote early as he and members of his immediate family cast their votes Wednesday.
by Dana Ferguson

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Renew it or lose it: Lawmaker asks voters not to skip ballot question on lottery amendment

Renew it or lose it: Lawmaker asks voters not to skip ballot question on lottery amendment

This fall, Minnesotans will vote on whether to renew a proposal earmarking some money from the state lottery to fund environmental programs, including parks projects, conservation and clean water efforts.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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