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January 26, 2026

Judge: Federal gov’t can’t destroy evidence related to shooting of Alex Pretti

A judge granted the Minnesota Attorney General’s request for a temporary restraining order asking the court to prevent federal officials from destroying any evidence related to the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol agents. Minnesota District Judge Eric Tostrud said in the order the defendants, including Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, […]

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January 25, 2026

Why today’s corporate executives are packing up and quitting

Senior executives across the United States are reevaluating their career paths amid a climate of job market uncertainty and significant workplace transformation, according to new research from TopResume. Leadership roles, once synonymous with stability and status, now come with changing expectations as organizations adapt in real time. Nearly two-fifths of C-suite leaders (38%) have frequently considered leaving […]

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January 25, 2026

Trump threatens Canada with tariffs if it makes deal with China

President Donald Trump on Saturday told Canada if it makes a trade deal with China, he will impose a 100% tariff on the country’s goods. In a post on Truth Social, he called Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney “governor,” and went on to say that if he “thinks he is going to make Canada a […]

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January 25, 2026

Federal disaster declarations approved as multiple states brace for storms

Multiple states received a Federal Emergency Disaster Declaration ahead of the weekend storms. Early Saturday morning, President Donald Trump approved the assistance for South Carolina and Virginia. By late Saturday afternoon, the president added 10 states to the list. “With the help of FEMA and our State partners, we will keep everyone safe, and make sure both […]

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January 24, 2026

Border Patrol agents shoot and kill man in South Minneapolis

Straight Arrow News confirmed a man was shot by Border Patrol agents Saturday morning in South Minneapolis. The Associated Press reported the 51-year-old man has died. The incident was caught on video at 26th and Nicollet in the Whittier neighborhood. The City of Minneapolis said it is aware of the incident and asking the public to remain […]

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January 24, 2026

From hot cocoa to CPR: A rundown on staying safe during the winter storm

The weather outside will be frightful this weekend, with a major storm and frigid temperatures affecting millions of people across the U.S.  According to The National Weather Service, “catastrophic ice accumulations” are expected throughout the Southern Plains to the Southeast/Mid Atlantic and “dangerously cold temperatures” will expand across the eastern U.S. into early next week.  […]

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January 24, 2026

White House defends AI-edited arrest photo: ‘The memes will continue’

Was it simply trolling or an attempt to deceive?  The White House is clarifying its social media strategy following the arrest of a prominent civil rights attorney in Minnesota. Officials labeled a digitally altered photo of Nekima Levy Armstrong’s arrest a “meme” after it was posted to the official White House X account. The unedited […]

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January 24, 2026

The Texas grid froze 5 years ago. Is it ready for this weekend’s winter storm?

AUSTIN, TEXAS – As a massive winter storm bears down on the United States, Texans are feeling an anxious sense of déjà vu. This weekend’s storm is expected to blanket most of the state in an icy mix of snow and freezing rain reminiscent of the 2021 winter storm that led to a near collapse […]

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January 24, 2026

Detention of a 5-year-old boy spawns differing narratives in Minnesota

Images of Immigration and Customs Enforcement appearing to detain a 5-year-old boy in Minnesota have caused controversy as a massive immigration crackdown continues in the state. Supporters of the White House’s immigration efforts say ICE agents were making sure the boy was safe, while opponents argue the administration placed a child in custody.  Images and […]

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January 24, 2026

Should lab-grown meat need labels like cigarettes? More states think so

Wisconsin could become the latest state to require labels on lab-grown meat when, or if you can, find it. Several other states have passed similar measures, while some others have banned lab-grown meat altogether. Wisconsin labeling The Wisconsin Assembly recently approved a bill requiring lab-grown meat to be clearly labeled. “I’ve been working on this […]