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Pressure is building on Biden to step aside. But many Democrats feel powerless to replace him

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Rep. Lloyd Doggett of Texas on Tuesday became the first House Democrat to call for the president to withdraw.

Tuesday, Jul 2

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Biden plans public events blitz as White House pushes back on pressure to leave the race

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By COLLEEN LONG WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House announced Tuesday that President Joe Biden will meet with Democratic lawmakers and governors, sit for a network TV interview and hold a press conference in the coming days as he pushes back…

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US cities where you’ll pay more or less for hotels versus Airbnbs

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Airbnb was determined to be the most cost-effective accommodation option in 71 out of 100 cities examined, with an average nightly rate of $156 compared to $208 for hotels.

What to buy (and skip) on Amazon Prime Day 2024

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Amazon Prime Day is July 16-17. It’s like Black Friday, but in July and with less burden to buy for others.

The Supreme Court just limited federal power. Health care is feeling the shockwaves

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Health policy leaders say patients, providers, and health systems should brace for more uncertainty and less stability in the health care system.

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Biden slams court decision on Trump in effort to shift age focus

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Biden called on voters to “render a judgment” on Trump, after a Supreme Court ruling paved the way for him to potentially escape prosecution for his role in the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot.

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Supreme Court sidesteps new several new gun cases, including challenge to state assault weapons ban

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By LINDSAY WHITEHURST WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court sidestepped a new set of Second Amendment fights Tuesday, declining to hear a challenge to an assault weapons ban in Illinois and sending other gun cases back to lower courts,…

Judge delays Trump’s hush money sentencing until at least September after high court immunity ruling

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A Supreme Court ruling granted broad immunity protections to presidents.

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Today in History: July 2, Civil Rights Act signed into law

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President Lyndon B. Johnson signed into law a sweeping civil rights bill.

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Prosecutor won’t oppose Trump sentencing delay in hush money case after high court immunity ruling

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Trump’s campaign did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

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St. Croix River has crested, but it’s expected to make a slow exit

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Expected rain Thursday or Friday could slow the decline – or cause another rise.

Minnesota’s new 50-cent delivery fee and other laws kicked in this July

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Of all the new laws, the fee on deliveries likely has the most immediate effect.

Monday, Jul 1

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Here are some reasons you get muscle cramps and what you can do about them

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People can avoid cramps while exercising by keeping well-hydrated, eating a mineral-rich diet and avoiding alcohol.

Is it safe to give an app my credit card information?

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No apps are foolproof, so there’s always a risk in using them, even if that risk is minimal. Keeping an eye out for security pitfalls can help minimize your risk.

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Half of local US labor markets won’t meet future workforce needs

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Local labor markets face a future shortage of workers who have middle-skills credentials.

Biden campaign’s reset after disastrous debate looks a lot like business as usual

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By COLLEEN LONG and WILL WEISSERT WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden’s reset after his disastrous debate performance is looking more like a return to business as usual. Even as his campaign works to quell Democratic anxiety and reassure…

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‘A course correct’: How Biden resets his campaign since he’s likely not going anywhere

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President Joe Biden's widely panned debate performance Thursday night in Atlanta has many prominent Democrats asking a simple question: What do we do now?

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St. Paul minimum wage hikes take effect for small and ‘micro’ businesses

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The increases for large, small and micro businesses went into effect Monday.

What to know about the Supreme Court immunity ruling in Trump’s 2020 election interference case

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By ALANNA DURKIN RICHER, ERIC TUCKER and MICHAEL KUNZELMAN WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court’s ruling Monday in former President Donald Trump’s 2020 election interference case makes it all but certain that the Republican will not face…

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Supreme Court rules ex-presidents have broad immunity, dimming chance of a pre-election Trump trial

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The court's conservative majority returned his case to the trial court to determine what is left of special counsel Jack Smith's indictment.

The Supreme Court keeps hold on efforts in Texas and Florida to regulate social media platforms

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By MARK SHERMAN WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Monday kept a hold on efforts in Texas and Florida to limit how Facebook, TikTok, X, YouTube and other social media platforms regulate content posted by their users. The justices…

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US Supreme Court Latest: Court sends Trump’s immunity case back to lower court

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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court extended the delay in the criminal case against Donald Trump on charges he plotted to overturn the 2020 election, reducing the chance that Trump could be tried before the November election. In a historic…

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Under pressure on plane safety, Boeing is buying stressed supplier Spirit for $4.7 billion

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ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — Boeing announced plans to acquire key supplier Spirit AeroSystems for $4.7 billion, a move that it says will improve plane quality and safety amid increasing scrutiny by Congress, airlines and the Department of…

Sunday, Jun 30

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Gathered at Camp David, Biden’s family tells him to stay in the race and keep fighting

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While his family was aware of how poorly he performed against Donald Trump, they also continue to think he’s the best person to beat the Republican presumptive nominee.

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Business People: Target Corp. announces C-Suite promotions

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OF NOTE – RETAIL Target Corp., Minneapolis, announced the promotions of Chief Growth Officer Christina Hennington to chief strategy and growth officer, and Rick Gomez, currently chief food, essentials and beauty officer, as chief…

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Other voices: As America sank into the couch, Joe Biden and Donald Trump combined for a depressing farce. Enough

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By all means, defend the honor and service of Joe Biden. But to pretend he is the party's best choice for four more years?

Saturday, Jun 29

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Biden is making appeals to donors as concerns persist over his presidential debate performance

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NEW YORK (AP) — President Joe Biden is looking to recapture his mojo and reassure donors at a Saturday fundraiser that he is fully up to the challenge of beating Donald Trump. The 81-year-old’s troubling performance at the first…

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How viral TikTok recipes are changing how you cook

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With a few swipes, you can get a new recipe that has been vetted by millions on TikTok. This platform has replaced a traditional cookbook, making it easy for you to find your new favorite dish through short videos.

Medicaid for millions in America hinges on Deloitte-run systems plagued by errors

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Deloitte dominates this important slice of government business: Twenty-five states have awarded it eligibility systems contracts — with 53 million Medicaid enrollees in those states as of April 1, 2023.