Free school meals law begins in Minnesota this school year

Every student in Minnesota can get two free meals a day under a new law taking effect this school year.

Free lunches in schools begin in Minnesota
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The first day of school for many students were with a change in school lunch and breakfast policies throughout the state, allowing students to eat free this school year.

Capitol physician: McConnell’s health episodes show 'no evidence' of being strokes or seizures

Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell’s health episodes show “no evidence” of being strokes or seizures, the Capitol physician said in a letter released Tuesday after a medical evaluation and consultation with neurologists.

Congress returns to avoid government shutdown while Republicans weigh an impeachment inquiry

President Joe Biden and congressional leaders are focused on the passage of a months-long funding measure to keep government offices running while lawmakers iron out a budget.

The 2024 presidential campaign is coming into focus. It might look similar to last one

A rematch between President Joe Biden and Donald Trump might be on the horizon, raising the prospect of an uncertain election season that only strengthens the nation’s political divide.

Bill Richardson, former New Mexico governor and UN ambassador, dies at 75

Before he was elected governor of New Mexico in 2002, Bill Richardson was U.N. ambassador and energy secretary under President Bill Clinton and served 14 years as a congressman.

Lawmakers consider State Fair transit options
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With Minnesota State Fair bus lines longer than ever, Minnesota lawmakers hope to ease the burden through more public transit options next year.

Firefighters grant program audit shows mismanagement of funds, compliance issues

A program established to provide Minnesota firefighters with access to education and preventative care to help handle emotional trauma and cancer has not complied with state requirements or provided meaningful oversight of its funds, according to a recent audit.

Justice Clarence Thomas reports he took 3 trips on Republican donor's plane last year

The filing comes amid a heightened focus on ethics at the high court that stems from a series of reports revealing that Thomas has for years received undisclosed expensive gifts, including international travel.

New rule would make millions more workers eligible for overtime pay

The Biden administration proposed a new rule Wednesday requiring bonus pay for overtime work for millions more American workers.

GOP wants special session to change SRO law
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Minnesota House and Senate Republicans are calling on Governor Walz to convene a special session to address concerns surrounding the state's new school resource officers (SRO) law.

Prescription drug prices negotiated
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Relief could be on the way for millions of Americans struggling to afford medications after the White House has selected its first round of prescription drugs that it will negotiate Medicare pricing.

First drugs picked to be targeted for Medicare price negotiations

President Joe Biden's administration released a list of 10 drugs for which the federal government will take a first-ever step: negotiating drug prices directly with the manufacturer.