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Unpacking the Trump Administration's Funding Review

January 22, 2026

The Trump administration has set its sights on examining federal funds distributed to over a dozen states governed by Democrats. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to scrutinize federal spending, particularly in states that did not support President Trump in the 2024 election. The Office

sports

Minnesota Twins Bring Back Bullpen Veteran

January 22, 2026

The Minnesota Twins are making a familiar face return to their bullpen. Taylor Rogers, a 35-year-old left-handed pitcher, is coming back to Minnesota on a one-year, $2 million deal. He spent five seasons with the Twins from 2016 to 2021, even earning an All-Star nod in 2021. But bringing him back is

politics

Church Protest Leads to Arrest Amid Immigration Tensions

January 22, 2026

A well-known activist in Minnesota has been arrested for her role in a protest at a church. The protest was against a local pastor who also works for U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The protestors chanted slogans and disrupted the church service. The protest was in response to the

weather

Frigid Friday: Schools Shut Down as Bitter Cold Hits Southeast Minnesota

January 22, 2026

Southeast Minnesota is bracing for a deep freeze, with temperatures plummeting to dangerously low levels. The National Weather Service has issued warnings about wind chills dropping to a staggering 50 below zero in the early hours of Friday, January 23rd, 2026. This bitter cold snap is not just a mi

health

A Big Year for Organ Transplants at Mayo Clinic

January 22, 2026

Mayo Clinic hit a new high in 2025 with 2, 065 organ transplants. This beats their old record from 2024 by 59 transplants. The clinics in Minnesota, Arizona, and Florida all worked together to make this happen. This big number shows how far organ transplant tech has come. New research and tools hav

business

Pennsylvania Taxpayers Get Justice in Multistate Tax Battle

January 22, 2026

Taxpayers in Pennsylvania recently won a significant victory in their fight for fair treatment regarding multistate taxes. The state's Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) ruled in their favor, acknowledging that they should receive credit for taxes paid to other states. The issue began when the Depa

politics

Young Lives Caught in Immigration Crackdown

January 22, 2026

In a surprising turn of events, immigration authorities recently detained four kids from a single school district in Minnesota. Among them was a 5-year-old, raising eyebrows and concerns about the methods used in immigration enforcement. This incident unfolded as part of a broader immigration crack

politics

From Sports Sidelines to Political Battleground: A New Challenger Emerges

January 22, 2026

A recent shift in Minnesota's political scene has sparked some heated debates. Michele Tafoya, known for her years as an NFL sideline reporter, has stepped into the political arena. She's running for the U. S. Senate as a Republican, bringing her sports commentary background into the political world

politics

Minneapolis Tensions Rise as Vice President Visits Amid ICE Operations

January 22, 2026

Minneapolis is bracing for Vice President JD Vance's visit on Thursday, as the city grapples with heightened tensions following a fatal ICE shooting. The city has been on edge since January 7, when an ICE officer shot and killed 37-year-old Renee Good, a mother of three. Vance's visit is seen as a s

politics

Minnesota's Mining Ban Faces Major Shift

January 22, 2026

The U. S. House of Representatives recently voted to undo a mining restriction in northern Minnesota. This move could open the door for a big mining project by Antofagasta, focusing on copper, cobalt, and nickel. The vote was close, with 214 in favor and 208 against. This decision now heads to the