Progressive Democratic candidates secured notable primary victories across the Upper Midwest, including a U.S. Senate nomination in Minnesota. The closely watched Wisconsin gubernatorial primary, featuring democratic
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Five 17-year-old friends from Grand Junction, Colorado, tragically died when their vehicle plunged off a cliff. The community is grappling with profound loss as the new school year begins, with friends and family
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During the Lindsay Clancy murder trial, defense attorneys moved to call a former mental hospital staff member known for online criticisms to challenge the prosecution's depiction of Clancy’s treatment. The judge
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Representative Ilhan Omar has won her Democratic primary, positioning her for a fifth term in the U.S. House. She overcame four challengers in Minnesota's strongly progressive 5th Congressional District and is now set
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Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan secured a notable primary victory in Minnesota, defeating a moderate incumbent. This outcome represents a further success for progressive forces within the Democratic Party, drawing
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Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth clinched the Republican nomination for governor, overcoming a lack of party endorsement and a nationally recognized opponent. She will now challenge the Democratic candidate in the
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Lisa Demuth secured the Republican gubernatorial nomination, defeating MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell and an endorsed rival. She will now face the Democratic nominee in November, aiming to end an 18-year Republican statewide
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Texas Tech coach Joey McGuire states that top programs like USC, Texas A&M, and NC State have turned down scheduling requests. This raises questions about how strength of schedule is assessed, especially when teams
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Vermont Democrats have nominated economist Amanda Janoo to challenge popular Republican Governor Phil Scott, who is seeking a sixth two-year term. Scott's strong electoral record poses a significant challenge in the
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The Indiana Fever secured a commanding 106-92 win over the New York Liberty, taking the Eastern Conference lead. Kelsey Mitchell scored 28 points, while Caitlin Clark added 22 points and 10 assists. Coach Stephanie
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Rebecca Cooke has won the Democratic primary in Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District, setting the stage for a rematch against incumbent Republican Rep. Derrick Van Orden. This pivotal race in a key swing district is
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Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice has rejoined his teammates after serving 30 days in jail for a probation violation. He called the experience a 'reality check' and is now focused on the team, ready to
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Longtime Democratic Congressman John Larson lost his primary bid to Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin, ending a 14-term congressional career. Bronin campaigned on generational change, while Larson's tenure was marked by strong
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North Korea launched a ballistic missile on Tuesday, its second reported test in less than a week. The launch comes ahead of annual joint military exercises between the United States and South Korea, which Pyongyang
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