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Your Voice Matters: Join the 2026 DFL Caucuses in Austin

December 20, 2025

In 2026, Austin, Minnesota, will be a hub for political engagement when the Mower County DFL hosts its caucuses. This event is a golden opportunity for residents to actively participate in shaping their local political landscape. The caucuses will take place at the Ruby Rupner Auditorium in the Jay

politics

Healthcare Subsidy Showdown: House Republicans Stifle Democratic Efforts

December 17, 2025

In a dramatic turn of events, House Republicans recently put a stop to a Democratic push for a swift vote on extending Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies. The move, which took place on a Wednesday, was met with fierce opposition from Democrats, who accused Republicans of cutting off the vote premat

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A Shelter's Struggle: Faith, Funding, and Federal Rules

December 14, 2025

In Texas, a migrant shelter run by the Catholic Diocese of Brownsville is in hot water. The shelter, part of Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley (CCRGV), is accused of mishandling federal grants. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) claims the shelter used funds incorrectly. Specificall

education

Nursing Left Out: Lawmakers Push for Fair Loan Access

December 13, 2025

A big group of lawmakers from both sides of the aisle are pushing the Education Department to include nursing in a special list of "professional" programs. This comes after nurses were left out of a new rule that lets students borrow more money for certain graduate degrees. Right now, the list incl

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Unlikely Allies: Trump and Mamdani Team Up for New York

November 22, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, President Donald Trump and New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani put aside their differences and found common ground during their first meeting. Despite their contrasting backgrounds and political ideologies, both leaders rose to power through populist messages, which s

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Trump and Greene: A Political Fallout

November 15, 2025

Marjorie Taylor Greene, a Georgia representative, has been a vocal supporter of Donald Trump since her arrival in Congress in 2021. She even compared herself to Trump, noting their similar backgrounds in construction and straightforward communication styles. However, things have taken a turn. In a

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Hakeem Jeffries: The Calm Leader in a Stormy Political Climate

November 14, 2025

Hakeem Jeffries, the House minority leader, is facing a tough situation. Just days after a big win for Democrats, he was grilled by reporters about Senate Democrats who joined Republicans to end a government shutdown. They asked if he was disappointed and if Chuck Schumer should stay as Senate Democ

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When Politics Shut Down the Government: A Look at the Chaos

November 13, 2025

The U. S. government shutdown in October was a mess. It all started when the Senate said no to funding plans from both Republicans and Democrats. This was the first shutdown in six years, and it hit hard. About 67, 000 workers were sent home without pay, while another 730, 000 had to keep working wi

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Schumer's Leadership: Can He Keep Democrats United?

November 12, 2025

Chuck Schumer, the top Democrat in the Senate, is facing some tough times. Eight members of his party went against the plan, and not everyone is happy about it. Some think Schumer could have done more to stop this from happening. Schumer is 74 years old, and people are starting to wonder if he will

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Albert Reinberg: The Unsung Hero of SLUH's MCC Quest

October 17, 2025

In the world of high school sports, there are stars and there are those who make the stars shine brighter. Albert Reinberg is one of those unsung heroes. As St. Louis University High (SLUH) prepares for their big match against Chaminade College Preparatory (CBC), Reinberg's role is crucial. High sc