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Minneapolis Under Siege: Federal Enforcement Sparks Outrage

January 24, 2026

In Minneapolis, tensions are high after reports of a shooting involving federal law enforcement. Authorities are still looking into what happened. People are being told to stay calm and avoid the area near 26th Street W and Nicollet Avenue. Governor Tim Walz has had enough. He wants the Trump admin

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The Calm After the Storm: How One Man Steered Markets Through Trump's Greenland Turmoil

January 24, 2026

In the heart of the Swiss Alps, during the World Economic Forum, a key figure emerged, not just as a defender of President Donald Trump's bold economic moves, but also as a soothing voice to anxious investors. Scott Bessent, the Treasury Secretary, found himself at the center of attention, not just

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The Tiny Island at the Heart of a Big Dispute

January 24, 2026

In the vast Indian Ocean, a small island named Diego Garcia is causing a big stir. This island, part of the Chagos Archipelago, is home to a major US military base. The base has been leased by the United States from Britain since the 1970s. The lease is set to continue until at least 2036. Around 2,

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A Minneapolis Life Lost: What Happened and Why It Matters

January 24, 2026

A 31-year-old man from Minneapolis lost his life in a shooting involving federal immigration agents. This man, a lawful gun owner, had no serious run-ins with the law, only parking tickets. The scene quickly turned chaotic, with protesters gathering and small fires breaking out. Police are urging pe

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Myanmar Migrants Get a Break from U. S. Deportation Plans

January 24, 2026

A recent court decision has put a pause on the Trump administration's plan to end deportation protections for about 4, 000 Myanmar nationals living in the U. S. The judge in charge, Matthew Kennelly, said the decision to end these protections, known as Temporary Protected Status (TPS), didn't make s

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How Leaders Are Tackling the Affordability Crisis

January 24, 2026

The affordability crisis is taking center stage in politics right now. It's not just a buzzword; it's a real concern for many people. Leaders across the country are putting it at the top of their to-do lists. They're introducing new bills to tackle the rising costs of living, housing, energy, and ev

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Minnesota's Legal Clash with Federal Immigration Enforcement

January 24, 2026

Minnesota's top legal official has accused the federal government of using immigration enforcement as a political tool. Keith Ellison, the state's attorney general, believes the recent increase in federal agents in the Twin Cities is driven by politics rather than law enforcement. Ellison doubts th

environment

Virginia Takes a Step Back into RGGI

January 24, 2026

Virginia might soon rejoin the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI), a group of states working together to cut down on carbon emissions. This change comes after the previous administration, led by Glenn Youngkin, decided to pull Virginia out of the program. Now, the new Attorney General, Jay Jo

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Flights Grounded: Winter Storm Wreaks Havoc Across the US

January 24, 2026

A powerful winter storm sweeping across the United States has caused a significant impact on air travel. By Saturday morning, over 15, 000 flights were disrupted, with cancellations and delays affecting major airlines nationwide. American Airlines faced the most disruptions, while Southwest and Delt

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Crime Numbers Drop, But Who Gets the Credit?

January 24, 2026

Dan Bongino, a former FBI Deputy Director, has some strong words for the media. He believes they are not giving enough credit to the Trump administration for a big drop in crime. According to Bongino, the FBI made a lot of progress under Trump's leadership. They arrested more violent criminals, took