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August 29, 2025

KSTP

Shooter Had "Deranged Obsession"

Authorities say the Annunciation Church shooter, who killed two children and wounded 18 others in Minneapolis, was obsessed with past massacres and intended to “terrorize” children in what the FBI is investigating as a domestic terrorism and hate crime.
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Axios

CDC Walkout Amid Internal Chaos

Dozens of CDC staff and leaders staged a walkout following the ousting of Director Susan Monarez and other top officials, protesting Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s controversial policies and the escalating turmoil within the agency.
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Politico

Ukraine-Russia "Buffer" Peace Proposal

European leaders are weighing a controversial plan to create a 40-kilometer buffer zone between Russian and Ukrainian frontlines as part of a potential peace deal, a move seen as a desperate bid to end the nearly four-year war.
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Euronews

EU Summons Russian Envoy

The EU has summoned Russia’s envoy in Brussels after a missile and drone strike in Kyiv damaged the bloc’s delegation offices, killing at least 17 people and prompting vows of tougher sanctions from European leaders.
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CNN

Lisa Cook Sues Trump Over Firing

Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook has sued to block President Trump’s attempt to fire her, setting up a high-stakes legal battle over presidential power and the independence of the central bank.
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USA Today

Vance Emerges as Salesman in Chief

Vice President JD Vance is taking the lead in rebranding and selling Trump’s signature tax and spending law, leveraging his blue-collar appeal to win over skeptical voters ahead of the 2026 midterms.
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The Hill

Air Force Honors Ashli Babbitt

The U.S. Air Force will grant military funeral honors to Ashli Babbitt, the Air Force veteran killed during the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, reversing a Biden-era decision that had denied her family’s request.
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People

Caitlin Clark's New Nike Logo

WNBA star Caitlin Clark unveiled her new interlocking “CC” logo as a Nike signature athlete, marking a milestone in her career ahead of her upcoming signature apparel line launching in 2026.
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Daily Mail

Las Vegas Tourism Slump Worsens

Las Vegas tourism is in steep decline, with six straight months of falling passenger traffic at Harry Reid International Airport and mounting backlash over soaring prices driving visitors away.
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

AJC To Go Fully Digital by 2026

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution will end its print edition on Dec. 31, fully transitioning to a digital-first model after years of investing in expanded reporting, technology, and subscriber-focused offerings.
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The Wall Street Journal

Belichick's College Football Lesson

Bill Belichick, despite his legendary NFL expertise, spent last year studying the University of Washington’s 6-win team to learn how college football operates and build a blueprint for success at the NCAA level.
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NPR

"Alligator Alcatraz" Will Soon Be Empty

Florida’s Everglades detention center, nicknamed “Alligator Alcatraz,” is set to be empty within days as federal and state authorities comply with a judge’s order to halt new detainee intake and wind down operations.
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The Washington Post

Colts Owner's Hidden Struggles

Despite publicly championing transparency in addiction recovery, Colts owner Jim Irsay secretly relapsed in his final years, receiving opioids and ketamine from a private doctor while concealing his struggles from the public.
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NBC News

No Prior Coaching Experience Required

Colleges are increasingly hiring former NFL stars like Deion Sanders, Eddie George, Michael Vick, and DeSean Jackson as head coaches, leveraging their celebrity and leadership experience to attract talent and elevate programs despite limited coaching backgrounds.
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Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Texas Republicans vs. Constitution

Ken Gormley argues that Texas Republicans’ attempt to redraw Congressional districts five years ahead of schedule flagrantly violates both state and federal constitutional principles, undermining fair representation and threatening the integrity of upcoming federal elections.
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Mediaite

Conservatives Furious at ABC

Conservatives erupted online after ABC News reported that a Minneapolis shooter had President Trump’s name written on a gun without highlighting the message “Kill Donald Trump,” sparking accusations of biased reporting.
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The Wrap

Oz Revamped With AI at Sphere

“The Wizard of Oz at Sphere” in Las Vegas reimagines the 1939 classic with AI, VFX, and a massive wraparound screen to create a fully immersive cinematic experience that blends nostalgia with cutting-edge technology.
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Fox News

Teixeira Runs for Congress

Former MLB star and World Series champion Mark Teixeira has announced his campaign for Texas’ 21st Congressional District, aiming to continue Rep. Chip Roy’s legacy while promoting conservative values and the America First agenda.
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Sports Illustrated

Parsons Trade: A Cowboys Reset

The botched and poorly timed trade of Micah Parsons to the Packers highlights Jerry Jones’s chronic mismanagement of the team and raises serious questions about whether he should continue leading the Dallas Cowboys.
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