WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Auckland rang in 2026 with a downtown fireworks display launched from New Zealand’s tallest structure, Sky Tower, making it the first major city to greet the new year at a celebration dampened by rain. South … Continued
The 2025 season began with a four-game losing streak, a sign of things to come for the Twins, who lost more than 90 games for the first time since 2016. Eclipsing that, however, was a series of decisions that signaled … Continued
The state of hockey lives up to its name this week as the Twin Cities hosts the 2026 World Junior Hockey Championships at Grand Casino Arena and 3M Arena at Mariucci. Related Articles Your guide to ringing in 2026 with … Continued
Thank goodness for state governments. One of the most underappreciated stories in 2025 was the role states played in checking federal overreach. As the Trump administration barreled through norms, rules and laws, state officials — sometimes from both parties — … Continued
One year ago, businesses — especially CEOs — were optimistic about the U.S. economy in 2025, expecting lower taxes and more market-friendly policies from incoming President Donald Trump. Then came April 2, Liberation Day. The market fell, uncertainty rose, and … Continued
U.S. Rep. Tom Emmer is calling for the deportation of Somalis linked to fraud cases in Minnesota, while FBI Director Kash Patel has threatened suspects with “denaturalization and deportation proceedings where eligible.” Emmer, a Republican representing Minnesota’s Sixth District, said … Continued