The Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that the Trump administration must release nearly $2 billion in frozen foreign aid, rejecting its request to keep the funds.
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President Trump has given a one-month break from new tariffs on U.S. auto imports from Mexico and Canada.
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The Twin Cities are facing a severe winter storm with up to a foot of snow, leading to a snow emergency in Minneapolis, suspended bus services, over 11,000 households without power, and school closures or e-learning.
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Minnesota lawmakers are introducing a bipartisan bill to prohibit AI-generated explicit images created without consent. The proposed legislation would impose fines of up to $500,000 on developers who violate this rule and aims to protect individual privacy while raising concerns about free speech and potential restrictions on other AI-generated content.
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At midnight today, President Trump imposed a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico and a 10% tariff on imports from China, escalating trade tensions. In retaliation, Canada, Mexico, and China targeted American products, raising concerns about higher prices and economic uncertainty amid potential trade war risks.
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Iowa has removed civil rights protections for transgender individuals after Governor Kim Reynolds signed a controversial bill, causing protests and criticism from LGBTQ+ advocates over possible discrimination.
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The U.S. might face a government shutdown on March 14, 2025, because Republicans and Democrats can't agree on the budget. House Speaker Mike Johnson's temporary plan is not gaining support, which could disrupt services and delay employee pay.
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The 97th Academy Awards on March 2, 2025, honored outstanding films, with "Anora" winning five Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Director for Sean Baker, while Mikey Madison, Adrien Brody, and Zoe Saldaña received acting awards, highlighting diverse talent.
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In 2024, downtown Minneapolis surpassed 60,000 residents, a 3.7% increase from last year. The population has grown significantly and is now at its highest ever.
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Minneapolis' 19 Bar, one of the oldest LGBTQ+ bars in the U.S., reopened on February 27, 2025, after repairs from a fire caused by a garbage truck accident in March 2024.
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