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17-year-old accused in California Spirit Halloween shooting that killed pregnant woman, injured 6

A 17-year-old California boy appeared in juvenile court Wednesday as part of an investigation into a shooting at Spirit Halloween that left a pregnant woman dead....

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From metro surge to cost of living, record midterm turnout fueled a blue wave

Midterm election exit polling reveals some of the biggest things that motivated voters on Tuesday, but in Minnesota there are also visible signs....

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Outback Steakhouse franchisee files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

A major Outback Steakhouse franchisee that operates western locations has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, citing financial struggles....

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Deputy dead after shooting in Washington state, other 'not expected to survive'

Two deputies were shot responding to a domestic violence shooting in Spokane County, Washington, on Tuesday. One is dead, the other is not expected to survive....

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NASA space telescope plunges to Earth after two decades studying cosmic explosions

One of NASA's premier space telescopes has plunged to Earth, ending its 22-year investigation of the universe's biggest explosions....

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Democrats sweep all Texas statewide offices for first time in decades

When the "blue wave" swept the country in the midterms Tuesday night, it marked a shift in history. Here's the last time Texas was blue....

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'It still feels like we have power' | Hundreds place 'I voted' stickers at Alex Pretti, Renee Good memorials

Hundreds of people placed their "I voted" stickers at Alex Pretti and Renee Good's memorials....

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Report: LIV's financial backer dropping plan for new league in 2027

LIV Golf's main investor to help it emerge from bankruptcy is scrapping plans for a new version because it lacked enough player support, according to a new report....

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Newly elected Democratic Congress faces uphill battle on affordability, including gas prices, tariffs, and interest rates

Affordability is top of mind for many newly elected lawmakers right now, a cornerstone of races all over the country....

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Gov.-Elect Klobuchar and the DFL will have one-party control again in Minnesota. What does that look like?

Klobuchar will have the votes to pass much of her legislative agenda, but the new "trifecta" may look much different than the one under Gov. Walz in 2023-24....

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Multiple grizzlies may have attacked mother and daughter found dead, Canadian authorities say

A mother and daughter were found dead in a grizzly bear attack in western Canada, according to authorities....

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Starbucks 2026 holiday menu arrives this week, including fan favorites and new items

The coffee chain is releasing a new lineup of drinks and treats for its holiday menu this week. Here's when the seasonal menu returns....

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North St. Paul couple found dead in home, toddler OK

Police are continuing to investigate but say they are not looking for additional suspects....

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Senator-elect Peggy Flanagan calls for new Democratic Senate leadership in Washington

Flanagan said the message from Tuesday's Democratic "blue wave" is a call for change....

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Democrat Rebecca Cooke wins election to U.S. House in Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District

The western Wisconsin Congressional district flipped blue....

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2 dead, including suspect, in shooting at Tampa office complex

Florida authorities said two people were dead, including a suspect, after a shooting Wednesday at the Citibank office complex in Tampa, Florida....

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Minnesota sets new state record for midterm participation

Approximately 2.9 million ballots were cast statewide, breaking the state's 2018 record for midterm participation, according to preliminary estimates....

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Will you have a 'White Christmas?' Old Farmers' Almanac shares forecast

The Old Farmers' Almanac has released its 2026 forecast for the chances of a "White Christmas." Here's which states have a fair chance at a snowy holiday....

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Kalshi tops $2.5 billion in election trading, but how much did people win?

Election trading on the prediction market platform Kalshi topped $2.5 billion, nearly doubling its 2024 total as traders weighed the battle for Congress....

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St. Paul voters approve 'right to repair' ballot question

The question asked voters whether renters can pay for repairs their landlord hasn’t made and deduct the cost from their rent....

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President Trump makes first public comments since Republicans suffer midterm losses

President Donald Trump gave extended comments on Wednesday about the results of the 2026 midterm election....

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Daily Dose: Biden cancer update, early Alzheimer's warning signs, a checkup for new grandparents and the value of family dinner

From a new update on Joe Biden's cancer treatment to early warning signs of Alzheimer's disease, here's your daily dose of health news....

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Gov.-elect Sen. Amy Klobuchar on historic midterm win

The senior senator-turned-governor-elect defeated Minnesota Republican House Speaker Lisa Demuth by more than 350,000 votes....

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JetBlue increases checked baggage fees for a second time in 2026

JetBlue has increased its checked bag fees for a second time this year....

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Detroit Lions LB Jack Campbell issues first statement since neck injury

Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell, hospitalized after a serious neck injury, shares a recovery update and thanks fans for their support and care....

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Iran celebrates US midterm results as tensions over war loom

Iranians are celebrating the U.S. midterm election results as a rebuke of President Donald Trump....

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$Wild defenseman Brock Faber back on the ice after fracturing skull$

Wild defenseman Brock Faber back on the ice after fracturing skull

The Maple Grove native took a puck to the side of his head on Sept. 25 during the Wild's final preseason game....

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Vice President JD Vance says this one issue is what cost Republicans the midterms

In a lengthy online post, Vice President JD Vance blamed the war in Iran for big Republican losses in Tuesday’s 2026 midterm elections....

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When will the new Congress be sworn in?

Democrats took back control of the Senate and the House during the midterm election. Here's when the new Congress will be sworn in....

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Disney plans new round of layoffs that could affect thousands of employees, reports say

Disney is planning another round of layoffs that could affect several thousand employees as the company looks to reduce costs, according to reports....

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25,000 bags of kale chips recalled over risk of thallium contamination

A recall has been issued for kale chips sold in 2025 because they may contain elevated levels of thallium, a toxic metal found in nature....

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For the first time, a member of Congress will have been born in the 21st century

Michael Alfonso, the 26-year-old Republican son-in-law of Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, will become the youngest member of Congress....

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'Mistletoe Murders' stars preview Season 3 of Hallmark holiday mystery series

Sarah Drew and Peter Mooney share what fans need to know ahead of the third season of "Mistletoe Murders," which premieres Thursday, Nov. 5, on Hallmark Channel....

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CVS Health to split into two publicly traded companies

CVS Health will be splitting into two companies, retaining insurance and pharmacy benefits under CVS Health and rebranding retail pharmacy as CVS Pharmacy....

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House Speaker Johnson won't seek reelection as Democrats usher in new era with sweep of the House and the Senate

House Speaker Mike Johnson will not seek reelection as House Republican leader following the Democrats' win, according to an AP source....

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Republican Austin Peterson wins by 4 votes, flipping MN Senate District 4

The last time a Republican won this seat was in 2010....

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Former MN lawmaker convicted of burglary, Nicole Mitchell, elected to Woodbury City Council

Mitchell, a DFL lawmaker who served in the Minnesota Senate from 2023 until 2025, won one of two at-large seats with 13.27% of the vote....

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Investigation into the Learjet crash in Florida that killed 9 could take over a year

Investigators will likely require months to put together a report detailing what went wrong with a Learjet plane that violently crashed in Florida, killing nine....

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How many governor seats flipped in the midterm elections?

Here are the governor seats that switched parties after the votes in Tuesday's midterm elections....

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When will Mississippi's US Senate race be called? Here are the latest numbers

Check this interactive, county-by-county map to see the latest in the race between Democrat Scott Colom and Republican Cindy Hyde‑Smith....

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Iranian officials say midterm results show US voters have rejected President Trump's war

Iranian officials celebrated the rejection of the Republican Party and President Donald Trump by voters in the U.S. midterm elections....

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How to watch this weekend’s NFL games | Week 9

Welcome to Week 9 of the NFL season! Here are this week's matchups, what time each kicks off and how to watch them....

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Democrat Aaron Ford wins in Nevada, becoming first Black man elected governor west of the Mississippi

With his victory over Republican incumbent Joe Lombardo, Democrat Aaron Ford became the first Black person elected to governor west of the Mississippi....

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How many House seats did Democrats win in the 2026 election?

The House flipped out of Republican control in the 2026 election with an overwhelming sweep by Democrats....

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Election 2026: These races are still too close to call

Only two U.S. Senate races had yet to be called by 7 a.m. Eastern on Wednesday, as well as results for several other U.S. House and state governor races....

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Google will cut off search access for students at schools that reject AI

Students using Google software in schools won't be allowed to access the company's search engine unless their school system also opts in to using AI....

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Democrats gain control of Minnesota legislature

All 201 seats in the Minnesota Legislature were on the ballot Tuesday....

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Jake Johnson claims close win in First Congressional District

The Associated Press still has not called the race, with 99% of precincts reporting results....

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2026 Elections | Democrats topple GOP control with stunning upsets across the country

Democrats will control both chambers of Congress after sweeping the midterm elections, in a stunning referendum on President Donald Trump's Republican party....

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