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New Minnesota laws that take effect Aug. 1: List
From crypto kiosk bans to a kratom age raise, Minnesota will see several significant new laws go into effect in August. Here's a look at everything that is changing next month.
Iran possibly linked to MN water system cyberattacks: report
U.S. officials suspect Iran-affiliated hackers may be responsible for the cyberattack this week that impacted more than 30 community water systems in Minnesota, according to a New York Times report.
Minneapolis council confirms Dr. Reginald Freeman as next Minneapolis fire chief
Dr. Reginald Freeman will be the next fire chief of the Minneapolis Fire Department after being confirmed by a vote of the Minneapolis City Council on Thursday.
Boundary Waters reopens some entry points for overnight access
After weeks of closures due to raging wildfires, some parts of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness are reopening for day and overnight access on Thursday.
MN lawmakers confident nudification ban will survive challenge from Elon Musk's AI company
Minnesota lawmakers say they are confident that a ban on nudification technology – AI tech that allows users to make nude photos – will survive a challenge being brought by Elon Musk's company.
More than 30 Minnesota water systems targeted in cyberattack
More than 30 Minnesota communities saw their water system targeted in a cyberattack that spanned two days, state officials reported on Tuesday.
Wisconsin tornado: EF-3 storm struck Appleton and Menasha
Survey crews in Wisconsin have determined the tornado that struck Appleton and Menasha was an EF-3 level storm, bringing wind speeds up to 140 miles per hour.
Cyberattacks target several Minnesota water facilities, state authorities respond
At least four Minnesota cities are reporting cyberattacks that have impacted water facilities on Monday and prompted a response from state authorities.
Minnesota's Kalshi ban: Judge blocks prediction market ban from taking effect
As the law faces challenges from the Trump administration, Polymarket, and Kalshi, a judge has issued a preliminary injunction blocking Minnesota from instituting a ban on prediction markets.
Wisconsin tornadoes: Major damage left behind in Appleton, Menasha
Severe storms brought reports of tornados and damaging winds to parts of eastern Wisconsin on Monday, leaving behind major damage to cities including Appleton, Wis.