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A masked ICE agent knocks on the window of an observer’s vehicle in Minnesota in January. Some Democratic states want to restrict the actions of federal immigration enforcement officers. (Photo by Nicole Neri/Minnesota Reformer)

Milwaukee prohibits masks for law enforcement

An ordinance that prohibits local or federal law enforcement officers from wearing face masks, except in dangerously cold weather, passed the Milwaukee Common Council Tuesday. The measure is part of ...

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Elections Tim Walz drops out of Minnesota’s gubernatorial election after fraud frenzy, Trump harassment By Richard Eberwein – 1/05/26

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (DFL) announced on Monday that he will not seek a third term as governor amid a series of fraud scandals in the state that have drawn national criticism.

Economy As ACA tax credits expire, Ohio families face rising health costs By FARAH SIDDIQI Ohio News Connection – 1/05/26

Enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits expired last Wednesday and health advocates said Ohioans who buy their own insurance could see sharp increases in their premiums in 2026. Some lawmakers are ...

Chicago Judge blocks Trump admin changes that could have forced 170,000 families into homelessness By Richard Eberwein – 12/30/25

HUD's funding changes would have significantly increased the homeless population of every state across the country, with homelessness numbers in cities like Chicago sharply increasing, according to projections.

Economy Jon Husted reverses course on Trump’s tariffs he previously endorsed By Richard Eberwein – 12/23/25

In a recent interview, U.S. Sen Jon Husted (R-OH) said he generally disfavors tariffs. The comments come after Husted publicly defended and voted to uphold President Donald Trump’s tariff policies multiple times.

Chicago Trump’s FDA sends warning letters to Chicago company selling chest binders By Richard Eberwein – 12/22/25

Last week, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) sent warning letters to 12 companies that sell chest binders, including a Chicago-based sex-toy shop called Early to Bed.

Health care Ryan Mackenzie flip-flops on ACA, which he once called ‘an infringement upon our rights’ By Richard Eberwein – 12/22/25

The swing-district lawmaker has a decade-long history of opposition to both the program and health care expansion in Pennsylvania.

Health care Caps on nursing education funding threaten Tennessee health care workforce By DANIELLE SMITH Tennessee News Service – 12/17/25

A proposal by the Trump administration could make it harder for people to become nurses, even as Tennessee and the nation face a severe nursing shortage. Nursing would no longer be classified as a ...

Economy Michigan leaders: Federal clean-energy cuts stalling economic growth By CHRYSTAL BLAIR Michigan News Connection – 12/16/25

Communities across Michigan said promised federal investments tied to clean energy and economic development are disappearing, along with thousands of jobs. Clean energy advocacy group Climate Power ...

Economy Nebraska farmers to get federal help for crop losses By MARK MORAN Nebraska News Connection – 12/15/25

Nebraska farmers can expect a portion of a $12 billion aid package announced by the Trump administration. Ag producers have been hit with higher costs as a result of U.S. trade policies. The money ...

Elections BLEEDING HEARTLAND: Miller-Meeks touts praise from Trump in taxpayer-funded ads By LAURA BELIN Bleeding Heartland – 12/08/25

Originally published on Dec. 7 “Good job you did! Great job,” President Donald Trump says to U.S. Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks in a 30-second commercial that has reached thousands of ...

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