By JUSTIN SPIKE, Associated Press BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — An unprecedented blackout across Spain and Portugal upended the lives of millions across the Iberian Peninsula, a stark reminder of modern society’s reliance on electricity, and how quickly life can descend … Continued
By DAVID A. LIEB, MARGERY A. BECK and BECKY BOHRER, Associated Press JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Voters in Alaska, Missouri and Nebraska were asked last year whether they wanted to require employers to provide paid sick leave to their … Continued
Today is Wednesday, April 30, the 120th day of 2025. There are 245 days left in the year. Today in history: On April 30, 1993, top-ranked women’s tennis player Monica Seles was stabbed in the back during a match in … Continued
LAS VEGAS — The Minnesota Wild got to the playoffs a few weeks ago with their backs against the wall and no margin for error. Maybe that same level of desperation will keep them in the playoffs after an emotional … Continued
CLEVELAND — As the grounds crew emerged to remove the tarp from the field, Blind Melon’s “No Rain,” the perfect song for the occasion, played over the loudspeaker. Nearly two hours after the Twins-Guardians game was supposed to start, the … Continued
Minnesota’s 6th Senate District will remain in the Republican column after a Tuesday special election to fill the seat vacated following the arrest and resignation of Sen. Justin Eichorn. With all 80 precincts reporting in the north-central Minnesota district, Republican … Continued