A state in the Upper Midwest, home to the Twin Cities urban hub and vast natural scenery.
A wave of public disclosures reveals that Parkinson’s disease has touched several well-known figures, affecting mobility, mental health and public appearances. The reports emphasize treatment options, the human impact of the condition, and ongoing efforts to manage daily life.
The Senate and House are pressing ahead with scheduling amid talks on government funding, crypto regulation, and voting integrity. Republicans push for votes on the SAVE Act and the CLARITY Act, while Democrats warn that bipartisan support is required to avert a lapse in funding and to address other urgent policy items.
Bryan Johnson and Kate Tolo are expanding a $2.6 million data-gathering project on Kate Tolo’s menstrual cycle, collecting millions of metrics to study health. They plan 14 million data points over 100 days with a 12-person medical team, exploring endometriosis and related conditions, while facing questions about privacy and ethics.
Democratic state official Francesca Hong has seen a shift in her gubernatorial bid as old social media posts are scrutinized. While she emphasizes focusing on policy and delivering for Wisconsinites, Republicans and some Democrats worry about electability in a close general election. The race is drawing national attention as endorsements and opposition converge ahead of the August primary.
Federal agencies and state officials have reported coordinated cyberattacks that have targeted internet-connected controllers at water and wastewater utilities in at least a dozen states since late July. Operators have had passwords changed and been locked out, forcing many plants to revert to manual control; officials say drinking water remains broadly safe while investigations continue.
New York state officials have filed a state Supreme Court lawsuit against Kalshi, alleging the prediction market platform operates illegally without a Gaming Commission license, endangers consumers, and should forfeit gains and pay restitution and penalties. The action adds to a broader clash over how prediction markets are regulated between states and the federal government.
The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that Meta and TikTok cannot appeal early on Section 230 immunity claims, allowing multiple lawsuits over addictive design and youth safety to proceed. Trials for state AG actions and other plaintiffs remain scheduled, with bellwether cases moving forward.
Lawmakers have advanced a stopgap funding package to keep the government running through Dec. 11, while negotiations over full-year funding and policy riders continue. The measure blocks funding transfers to border enforcement, delays a hemp ban by one month, and avoids a government shutdown ahead of midterm elections.
A multi-source review shows a rising tide of nonconsensual AI pornography, with victims sharing trauma, lawmakers moving on bills like TAKE IT DOWN and DEFIANCE, and platforms under pressure to act. Cases from the UK, US, and Europe illustrate the scale and the legal gaps being addressed.
Michigan's Abdul El-Sayed has won the Democratic primary, reshaping the path to the Senate for 2026. The result complicates incumbent dynamics and tests Democratic unity ahead of November as Republicans eye a potential pickup in a 50/50 battleground.
Starbucks and Bank of America are recalibrating GLP-1 weight-loss drug coverage amid rising costs. Starbucks will exclude GLP-1s for weight loss from October for benefits-eligible employees; Bank of America says its GLP-1 program costs exceed $250 million annually and accounts for about 13% of healthcare spend. Other firms weigh limits as utilization climbs.
The multistate Salmonella Javiana outbreak has been traced to jalapeño peppers from Sinaloa, Mexico, distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors. The outbreak spans 27 states with 345 infections and 36 hospitalizations; Chipotle and Qdoba have removed the peppers from affected restaurants. Health officials say there is no ongoing risk after product removal. The CDC, FDA, and Coast Citrus are coordinating recalls and investigations.
The multistate outbreak linked to jalapeño peppers imported from Mexico has sickened 345 people across 27 states, mainly in Minnesota and Colorado. Coast Citrus Distributors has recalled the peppers and notified customers; Chipotle and Qdoba have removed jalapeños from some or all locations. The FDA and CDC say the investigation is ongoing and no deaths have been reported. Hospitalizations total 36.
ICE has rolled out body-worn cameras to all field officers by the end of August, aiming for transparency after recent deadly shootings. Policy allows withholding footage if release could impede investigations or privacy, with potentially prompt releases within 72 hours if the agency deems it in the best interests. Critics warn this could enable selective disclosures.
Don Nelson, a Hall of Fame coach who revolutionized NBA offense with a fast, versatile game, has died at 86. He led Milwaukee, Dallas and Golden State to extensive success, shaped star careers like Dirk Nowitzki and Steph Curry, and left a lasting mark on the sport.
Taylor Farms has recalled multiple prepared foods containing jalapeños after U.S. health agencies have linked a 345-case Salmonella outbreak to jalapeños imported by Coast Citrus Distributors. The company has also been tied to a separate cyclospora outbreak connected to iceberg lettuce from Mexico that has sickened thousands. Retailers have pulled affected items and refunds are available.
South Carolina's Republican primary has produced a crowded field after the death of Lindsey Graham. Darline Graham advances to a runoff with several rivals, including Ralph Norman and Russell Fry, as Trump endorses multiple candidates. The race shapes the path to November.
In Wisconsin, Francesca Hong has lost the governor's primary to David Crowley by less than 1 point, a dramatic turn after polls showed she led by double digits. The result mirrors a broader pattern of polling misses and rising momentum for progressive candidates in state races. Prediction markets also underestimated Crowley’s chances.
Muslim public officials face rising anti-Muslim rhetoric from some Republican figures after Abdul El-Sayed’s Michigan primary win. CAIR warns that such rhetoric targets Muslim officials nationwide, while other Republicans condemn the tone amid a charged political climate.
In a tight Democratic primary in Wisconsin, David Crowley has defeated Francesca Hong, edging toward the general election against Tom Tiffany. The result narrows the field in a key battleground state as Democrats aim to hold the governor’s mansion and expand their legislative control.
Federal agents launched a sweeping undercover surveillance operation earlier this year targeting progressive organizations, labor unions and other groups protesting the immigration crackdown then raging through Minneapolis, according to…
A mass shooting in rural Michigan has left six people dead, including the suspected gunman, with another in critical condition. A manhunt ended with the discovery of two bodies, as authorities confirm the suspect’s identity and ongoing investigation.