USDA accidentally fired bird flu employees and is now trying to rehire them
The Trump administration is working to “rectify" the termination of several employees over the weekend that were working to combat bird flu, the agency said.
The Trump administration is working to “rectify" the termination of several employees over the weekend that were working to combat bird flu, the agency said.
DOGE latest: What is a probationary worker?
Federal workers, particularly what’s known as probationary workers, are preparing for sweeping layoffs. Here's what that means.
Federal workers, particularly what’s known as probationary workers, are preparing for sweeping layoffs. Here's what that means.
Minnesota could become 2nd state to ban nitrous oxide canister sales
Minnesota lawmakers are working to become only the second to ban nitrous oxide - or "whippet" - canister sales.
Minnesota lawmakers are working to become only the second to ban nitrous oxide - or "whippet" - canister sales.
Who's in charge of DOGE? White House says it's not Elon Musk
The White House says Elon Musk is not in charge of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) but serves as a senior adviser to President Trump.
The White House says Elon Musk is not in charge of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) but serves as a senior adviser to President Trump.
EV fees double, hybrid fees increase in MN under new bill proposal
Fees imposed on all-electric vehicle owners would double, and a new fee would be added for hybrid and all-electric motorcycles under a new bill before Minnesota lawmakers.
Fees imposed on all-electric vehicle owners would double, and a new fee would be added for hybrid and all-electric motorcycles under a new bill before Minnesota lawmakers.
Medicaid changes could be coming: Here's what Republicans are considering
Republicans are weighing billions of dollars in cuts to Medicaid, jeopardizing health care coverage. Here’s what’s on the table.
Republicans are weighing billions of dollars in cuts to Medicaid, jeopardizing health care coverage. Here’s what’s on the table.
Rep. Angie Craig says she's considering U.S. Senate run
Rep. Angie Craig says she's mulling a U.S. Senate bid after Tina Smith announced last week she wouldn't seek re-election.
Rep. Angie Craig says she's mulling a U.S. Senate bid after Tina Smith announced last week she wouldn't seek re-election.
Wide-ranging opposition meets new MN Care priority for GOP lawmakers
A top priority for Minnesota Republicans this year is to push undocumented immigrants out of the state health insurance system.
A top priority for Minnesota Republicans this year is to push undocumented immigrants out of the state health insurance system.
Elon Musk's DOGE seeks access to IRS taxpayer data, AP reports
Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency are attempting to access millions of files that include taxpayer information, bank records, and sensitive documents.
Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency are attempting to access millions of files that include taxpayer information, bank records, and sensitive documents.
Trump at Daytona 500: Return visit to Great American Race marks second time as president
President Donald Trump is attending the Daytona 500 on Sunday, marking his second appearance at NASCAR’s most prestigious race as president.
President Donald Trump is attending the Daytona 500 on Sunday, marking his second appearance at NASCAR’s most prestigious race as president.
IRS may lay off thousands of workers in the middle of tax season
The IRS will lay off thousands of probationary workers in the middle of tax season, according to two sources familiar with the agency’s plans, and cuts could come as soon as this week.
The IRS will lay off thousands of probationary workers in the middle of tax season, according to two sources familiar with the agency’s plans, and cuts could come as soon as this week.
Poll: Increasing number of Democrats say party should become more moderate
A new Gallup poll shows an increasing number of Democrats want their party to become more moderate, while most Republicans favor keeping their party as it is.
A new Gallup poll shows an increasing number of Democrats want their party to become more moderate, while most Republicans favor keeping their party as it is.
Trump signs executive order to block federal money for schools with COVID-19 vaccine mandates
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at ending COVID-19 vaccine mandates in schools, calling such mandates an infringement on personal freedom.
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at ending COVID-19 vaccine mandates in schools, calling such mandates an infringement on personal freedom.
Valentine’s for immigrants: Know your rights during raids
Some Minnesota farmers and business owners are sending Valentine’s Day cards showing more than just love to members of the immigrant community on this holiday.
Some Minnesota farmers and business owners are sending Valentine’s Day cards showing more than just love to members of the immigrant community on this holiday.
Petitions filed to recall DFL lawmakers from MN House
The six DFL lawmakers facing recall petitions all represent Twin Cities suburbs.
The six DFL lawmakers facing recall petitions all represent Twin Cities suburbs.
Medical debt relief: MN leaders announce new proposed bill
The Minnesota Attorney General, joined by DFL legislators and St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter, announced new proposed legislation aimed at reducing the burden of medical debt.
The Minnesota Attorney General, joined by DFL legislators and St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter, announced new proposed legislation aimed at reducing the burden of medical debt.
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Medical debt relief legislation announcement [RAW]
Minnesota leaders announced new legislation meant to address medical debt for residents in the state. The legislation includes a partnership with Undue Medical Debt, a nonprofit that focuses on medical debt forgiveness.
Minnesota leaders announced new legislation meant to address medical debt for residents in the state. The legislation includes a partnership with Undue Medical Debt, a nonprofit that focuses on medical debt forgiveness.
States with abortion bans saw increase in infant mortality rates, study finds
A recent study shows that the number of infants dying after states implemented abortion bans is higher than expected.
A recent study shows that the number of infants dying after states implemented abortion bans is higher than expected.
Americans think the government spends too much; here's what it actually spends
Recent polling shows that Americans are largely contradictory when it comes to the federal budget.
Recent polling shows that Americans are largely contradictory when it comes to the federal budget.
Frustration grows with indecision over George Floyd Square
The future of George Floyd Square remains uncertain nearly five years after Floyd’s death.
The future of George Floyd Square remains uncertain nearly five years after Floyd’s death.