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Heatwave Hits Twin Cities, Storms Loom Over the Weekend

July 25, 2026

The Twin Cities will feel like a sauna this Saturday as temperatures climb to the mid‑90s, with humidity turning the air thick. The heat index will push perceived temperatures up to 96 degrees, and by Sunday the feel‑like numbers could reach a blistering 104. Morning clouds will drift away by no

politics

Celebrity Campaign Sparks Debate in Minnesota

July 21, 2026

Luke Gulbranson, once a cast member on the reality show “Summer House, ” has thrown his hat into the ring for Minnesota’s 8th Congressional District. He is running as a Democrat to take on incumbent Republican Pete Stauber, a battle that many see as uphill. While Gulbranson’s fundraising totals lag

sports

Skeptics Question the League’s Move Over a One‑Game Ban

July 21, 2026

The WNBA recently banned Toronto Tempo coach Sandy Brondello for one game after she used a phrase that many saw as offensive. Brondello apologized publicly, saying she hurt “Black women in our league, ” but the punishment sparked debate among fans and commentators. A senior sports reporter, who p

politics

States Fight Back: The Real Story Behind “Sanctuary” Laws

July 20, 2026

The Trump team has slammed states that limit cooperation with federal immigration officials, calling them “lawless. ” They say these so‑called sanctuary places let dangerous people roam free. Yet the same states—California, New York, Minnesota, Massachusetts and others—hand over thousands of violent

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Surveillance in St. Cloud: Where the Cameras Are

July 17, 2026

The feeling that someone is watching you has become all too common. With doorbell cams, security feeds, and phones everywhere, it’s easy to think a lens is always on you. In St. Cloud, more than twenty of these “Flock” cameras—automated license‑plate readers—are now active. What exactly is a Flock

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A Weekend of Sports Action Across the TV Spectrum

July 17, 2026

The Saturday schedule kicks off early with Aussie rules, as Brisbane takes on the Gold Coast at 6 a. m. and Hawthorn faces Richmond later that night, while Greater Western Sydney meets Essendon in the early hours of Sunday. Meanwhile, motorsport fans get a full day: Formula 1 practice and qualifying

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Weekend Sports TV Guide – From Baseball to F1 and X Games

July 16, 2026

The weekend sports schedule is packed with action across many arenas. On Monday, baseball fans can catch the Los Angeles Dodgers take on Philadelphia in the early evening, followed by a night game featuring St. Louis against Los Angeles Angels later on. That same evening, softball is on ESPN2

entertainment

Weekend fun in Minnesota – music, art and cars for all

July 14, 2026

The summer buzz in Minnesota gets louder this weekend with a mix of music, art and automotive excitement that anyone can enjoy. The Minnesota Yacht Club Festival on Harriet Island pulls a huge crowd, offering live sets from popular acts like The Lumineers and The Strokes. Three‑day passes start a

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Gable Steveson: A New Look at the Wrestler’s Roots and Rise

July 12, 2026

Gable Steveson is a rising star in the world of combat sports, and his recent win over Hugo Lezama in Mexico Fight League 3 gave him a flawless record of 3‑0 as a professional fighter. This victory keeps his name in the headlines and sparks interest in who he is beyond the ring. He was born on May

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Vikings Face New QB Showdown

July 11, 2026

The Minnesota team is deciding who will start at quarterback between J. J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray. The decision matters because the Vikings struggled last season with their offense, and they want to avoid repeating that in 2025. Both men have something on the line: McCarthy wants to prove he belo