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July 29, 2026

Federal Complaint Targets University of Minnesota Gender-Doll Project

A national parental-rights organization is asking federal officials to investigate a therapeutic doll project developed through the University of Minnesota. Defending Education filed a complaint with the U.S. departments of Education and Justice. The group alleges the project could violate federal parental-rights protections if the dolls are introduced in schools without notifying parents or providing […]

July 29, 2026

Update: Hwy 15 From Hutchinson to Dassel Seal Coating Begins

Minnesota Department of Transportation officials say the contractor has moved up the start of the seal coat application on Highway 15 from Hutchinson to Dassel. The process was to begin Monday but the contractor says they are starting today (July 29, see map below). Depending on weather, the project will take about 10 working days […]

July 29, 2026

Florida Ticket Wins $800 Million Mega Millions Jackpot

A single ticket sold in Florida matched all six numbers in Tuesday night’s Mega Millions drawing to win an estimated 800-million-dollar jackpot. The winning numbers were 34, 48, 49, 59 and 70. The Mega Ball was 12. The winner can receive the full jackpot through annual payments or select a one-time cash option of approximately […]

July 29, 2026

Minnesota Increases Penalties for Impersonating Officers

Minnesota is increasing the penalties for impersonating a peace officer beginning Saturday. Under the new law, the basic offense will become a felony carrying up to two years in prison. Impersonating an officer to enter a restricted government building, direct another person or operate a fake law-enforcement vehicle could bring a sentence of up to […]

July 29, 2026

xAI Challenges Minnesota’s AI Image Law

Elon Musk’s artificial-intelligence company, xAI, is suing Minnesota over a new law targeting technology used to create realistic intimate images of people without their consent. The federal lawsuit names Attorney General Keith Ellison and argues the law is overly broad and violates the First Amendment. The company says its policies already prohibit users from creating […]

July 29, 2026

Heat Raises Concerns During Corn Pollination

Most of the nation’s corn crop is pollinating under challenging conditions following weeks of intense July heat. Nutrien Ag Solutions atmospheric scientist Eric Snodgrass says excessive temperatures during pollination could result in smaller ears and incomplete kernel development. He says western Iowa, the Dakotas and parts of Nebraska have been hit especially hard by triple-digit […]

July 29, 2026

Sioux Falls Getting Its Own Monopoly Edition

Sioux Falls is getting its own official edition of the Monopoly board game. Hasbro is asking the public to suggest local landmarks, streets, businesses and attractions that should be featured on the board. The community’s recommendations will help determine which Sioux Falls locations replace familiar Monopoly properties such as Boardwalk and Park Place. The Sioux […]

July 29, 2026

Rhoden Wins South Dakota Republican Runoff

Governor Larry Rhoden has won South Dakota’s Republican gubernatorial runoff, defeating Aberdeen businessman Toby Doeden. Unofficial results show Rhoden received 83,582 votes, compared with 34,430 for Doeden. All 650 precincts have reported. The election was South Dakota’s first-ever gubernatorial runoff. Statewide turnout was just under 36 percent, with more than 118,000 ballots cast. Rhoden advances […]

July 29, 2026

Minnesota Housing Market Gains Momentum

Minnesota’s housing market showed renewed momentum in June, although affordability remains a challenge for many buyers. Minnesota Realtors says new listings increased 11 percent from a year earlier, while pending sales rose eight percent. Statewide housing inventory reached a seven-year high, with just over 19,000 homes available at the end of the month. Homes spent […]

July 29, 2026

Minnesota Launches Benefits Pilot for Early Educators

Minnesota has launched a pilot program intended to support and retain early-childhood educators. The Department of Children, Youth and Families says eligible educators can receive up to 55 dollars a month for selected benefits. Options include dental and vision coverage, telehealth, teletherapy and life insurance. The program is open to qualifying educators who work an […]
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