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May 07 2026CELEBRITIES

Stars from the North: Famous Faces Hailing from Minnesota

Minnesota, known for its lakes and cold weather, has also produced many well‑known people. The state is not only famous for its music and sports, but also for the actors, musicians, writers, and athletes who grew up there. Some of the most famous names that began their lives in Minnesota inclu

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May 02 2026POLITICS

A billionaire governor’s next big move

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker is no stranger to writing big checks for political battles. But if he decides to run for president in 2028, he won’t be footing the entire bill himself. That’s according to people close to his inner circle, who say he’s already testing the waters with national fundraise

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Apr 23 2026WEATHER

Nevada’s 2026 Summer Weather: What the Forecast Hints At

Nevada’s weather is famous for throwing surprises, even in summer. One day might feel like a desert oven, and the next could bring sudden rain or even snow in the mountains. Many locals joke that stepping outside without checking the forecast first is like playing weather roulette. The Old Farmer’s

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Apr 16 2026WEATHER

Wisconsin skips tornado drill for 2024 due to recent storms

Wisconsin has decided to postpone its annual statewide tornado drill, which was originally set for April 16. The cancellation comes after recent severe weather caused damage in parts of the state. Instead of running the drill, officials want to focus on helping communities recover from the storms. T

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Apr 05 2026SPORTS

Minnesota United loses James Rodriguez for LA Galaxy clash

Minnesota United’s hopes of extending their unbeaten start to the season took a hit after star midfielder James Rodriguez pulled out of tonight’s away game against LA Galaxy. Rodriguez, who joined the club last year, was expected to feature after recent international duty with Colombia. But his MLS

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Indiana's colleges slim down: 200 degree programs face cuts under new rules

Indiana is shaking up its college degrees. Nearly 20% of public college programs will disappear or merge soon after state leaders set new rules. Why? Many degrees had almost no students and were costing money for almost no return. The state reviewed over 1, 000 programs and decided 210 must go, anot

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Apr 01 2026WEATHER

Spring’s last surprise: Mixed weather hits Minnesota mid-week

Minnesota’s April forecast isn’t fooling anyone. After ditching heavy winter coats just weeks ago, residents should prepare for a blast of messy weather. Starting Wednesday evening, a storm system will sweep through the state, bringing heavy rain, sleet, and even a chance of snow. The Twin Cities mi

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Mar 26 2026POLITICS

Nevada's path forward depends on smart investments now

Nevada families today face a serious squeeze between rising costs and stagnant wages. Many working households wonder if homeownership, starting a business, or saving for the future will ever be realistic options again. This struggle isn't new for Nevada—decades ago, families built the state's infras

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Mar 24 2026HEALTH

Nevada Health Plans Miss a Key Piece: No PPO Options

Nevada’s health marketplace offers only narrow‑network plans, leaving residents without Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) choices. This gap hurts people with chronic illnesses who need frequent specialist care and expensive medications. Without PPOs, patients must travel within tight geograp

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Mar 21 2026FINANCE

Prediction Markets Face Legal Pushback Across States

Nevada has hit a prediction market platform with a two-week ban, stopping people from trading on sports, elections, and entertainment outcomes without proper licenses. Courts will soon decide if this pause turns permanent while legal fights rage on. The company involved calls these contracts financi

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