“A bench that mirrors the city’s diversity is not just more representative—it is better equipped to deliver justice that is fair, credible, and trusted.” A view of the Queens County Criminal Courthouse located on Queens Boulevard on the morning of … Continued
By SOPHIA TAREEN, Associated Press CHICAGO (AP) — A Chicago carpenter cleared of accusations that he put a $10,000 bounty on the life of a Border Patrol commander has been taken into immigration custody and faces deportation, attorneys confirmed Tuesday. … Continued
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development issued $6 million in environmental assessment and clean-up grants to 13 communities across the state, including Minneapolis, Roseville, St. Paul and West St. Paul. The goal is to ready sites for redevelopment … Continued
By MATTHEW LEE, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration has notified Congress that it is taking the first steps to possibly reopen the shuttered U.S. Embassy in Venezuela as it explores restoring relations with the South American country … Continued
The Gophers athletics department reported a $2.4 million surplus for fiscal year 2025, according to U documents made public this month. That seems likely to change for fiscal 2026. The University of Minnesota reported $163.6 million in revenue and $161.2 … Continued
By DÁNICA COTO, Associated Press HAVANA (AP) — It’s almost noon in Havana when a handful of tourists tumble out of a small yellow bus and rush toward a row of shiny classic cars, cameras in hand. Nearby, under the … Continued