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Minneapolis Shooting: ICE Agent's Past and Present Under Scrutiny

January 9, 2026

A federal agent's actions in Minneapolis have sparked a heated debate. Jonathan E. Ross, a 10-year veteran of ICE's special response team, is at the center of the controversy. He shot and killed Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old mother of three, during an immigration operation. This incident has igni

opinion

Anchorage's Child Care Dilemma: Learning from Minnesota's Mistakes

January 9, 2026

Anchorage is thinking about using local money to support child care. Some people say this is a bad idea because of a fraud scandal in Minnesota. But is this a fair comparison? Minnesota's problem was with federal money. The money went through many hands before reaching the day cares. When fraud was

politics

Recovering Lost Funds: A Plan to Boost Defense Spending

January 9, 2026

The U. S. Treasury Secretary has a bold plan to fund a massive defense budget increase. The idea? Recover money lost to fraud, waste, and abuse. This isn't just any plan—it's a strategy to tap into funds that have been mismanaged or stolen, particularly from welfare programs. Minnesota is at the ce

business

Trouble in the Jewelry World: Suppliers Left in the Lurch by Shopping Network

January 9, 2026

In a surprising turn of events, a well-known shopping network, ShopHQ, has left several jewelry suppliers in a tough spot. The network, owned by billionaire Manoj Bhargava, has been accused of not paying for goods sold on its platform. Samuel Behnam, a jeweler from Great Neck, Long Island, has been

politics

Minnesota's Money Mess: A Closer Look at the Welfare Fraud Scandal

January 9, 2026

The U. S. Treasury is stepping up its game to tackle a massive welfare fraud case in Minnesota. Secretary Scott Bessent made it clear that recovering stolen money and punishing those involved is a top priority. The scandal, which has been called one of the worst in U. S. history, saw billions of dol

politics

Minnesota's Mining Battle: A Clash of Economy and Environment

January 9, 2026

A significant shift in U. S. mining policy is on the horizon. The Trump administration and Congress are working together to reverse a ban on mining in northern Minnesota. This ban, put in place by former President Joe Biden, has been a point of contention for over a year. The focus is on the Twin Me

politics

Stars Trying Their Hand at Politics: A Mixed Bag of Success

January 9, 2026

Spencer Pratt's recent announcement to run for mayor of Los Angeles has sparked conversations about celebrities venturing into politics. He made this bold move on January 7, 2026, during a public demonstration marking the first anniversary of the Palisades Fire. Pratt, who is 42 years old, criticize

politics

Hollywood Stars Take Aim at ICE After Activist's Death

January 9, 2026

In recent days, several high-profile celebrities have taken to social media to criticize Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) following the death of a Minnesota activist. The incident involved Renee Nicole Good, who was killed after an altercation with an ICE officer. Mark Hamill, known for hi

education

How States Stack Up in School Funding

January 9, 2026

School funding is not a one-size-fits-all issue. Each state has its own set of challenges and resources. A recent study by the Education Law Center (ELC) looked at how states fund education using three different measures. The study, "Making The Grade 2025, " used data from 2023 to give a more detail

politics

Ken Jennings' Bold Call to Action Against Trump's Team

January 8, 2026

Ken Jennings, the popular host of Jeopardy! , sparked a heated debate on Bluesky by urging Democrats to go after former members of Donald Trump's administration. He shared his thoughts on Wednesday, saying he would support any Democrat in 2028 who promises to prosecute Trump's team at all levels. J