STATE OF MINNESOTA

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

Minnesota Braces for Potential Military Involvement Amid Protests

Minnesota is on high alert as the Pentagon puts 1, 500 soldiers on standby, ready to step in if needed. This move comes as the state's National Guard is also preparing to assist local authorities. The soldiers, part of the Alaska-based 11th Airborne Division, could be called upon for crowd control o

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Jan 18 2026CRIME

Staten Island's Crime Drop: What's Behind the Numbers?

Staten Island saw a big drop in crime in 2025, but not all areas improved. The overall crime rate fell by 0. 7%, but some crimes went up. For example, grand larceny and retail theft saw small increases. However, violent crimes like murder and shootings dropped a lot. Murders went down by 63%, and sh

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Jan 17 2026LIFESTYLE

Minnesota Cities Shine in Active Lifestyle Rankings

Minnesota is making waves again, but this time it's not about the weather or the cold. Two of its cities, Minneapolis and St. Paul, have been recognized as some of the best places for an active lifestyle. This is quite an achievement, especially considering the long, dark winters that can make it to

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Jan 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

Offshore Wind Farms: Mapping the Seafloor for a Greener Future

Offshore wind farms are a big deal in the fight against climate change. They offer a clean way to generate electricity, reducing the need for fossil fuels. Brazil, with its vast coastline, has a lot of potential in this area. But setting up these wind farms isn't easy. The seafloor is a complex plac

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Jan 16 2026WEATHER

Minnesota's Winter Weather: What's Coming and Why It Matters

Minnesota is gearing up for a winter weather advisory. The National Weather Service has issued this alert for several counties, including Stearns County. The advisory kicks off at midnight and runs until 6:00 p. m. on Friday. Expect snow to start falling Thursday night and continue into Friday. Wes

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Jan 15 2026FINANCE

State Street Steps into the Digital Finance Arena

State Street has just rolled out a new Digital Asset Platform. This is a big move for them. It's a system that helps turn traditional finance into digital tokens. The platform is built to be safe, strong, and able to grow. It's like a bridge between old-school money and new-school digital assets. T

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Jan 14 2026BUSINESS

State Laws Shaping the Future of Work

States are taking charge of employment laws, creating a mix of rules that can be confusing for businesses. From AI in hiring to menopause protections, here's what's changing. AI is a hot topic. Some states are making rules to stop AI from being biased in hiring. Illinois has a new law about this, a

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Jan 14 2026WEATHER

Staten Island's Chilly Surprise: What's Behind the Sudden Cold Snap?

Staten Island is bracing for a sudden temperature drop, all thanks to a cold front sweeping in from the Great Lakes. Earlier in the week, weather models hinted at a potential coastal storm, but those predictions have faded. Instead, a cold front is taking center stage, bringing snow and a significan

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Jan 13 2026WEATHER

Minnesota's January Chill: What to Expect

Minnesota is known for its cold winters, but this January is shaping up to be particularly frosty. Over the past few years, winters have been relatively mild, but this year is breaking that trend. December already saw some of the coldest temperatures on record in Duluth, and the chill is expected to

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Jan 07 2026POLITICS

Minnesota Governor Steps Down Amid Social Media Storm

Minnesota's Governor Tim Walz recently decided not to run for another term. This came after a viral video by a young content creator named Nick Shirley. The video claimed fraud in day care centers run by people of Somali origin. The video got a lot of attention, even from high-ranking officials. Pr

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