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MINNESOTA
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US–Federal Enforcement-Minnesota
Federal agents use pepper spray on crowd in Somali neighborhood of Minneapolis amid Trump crackdown
SUMMARY: Federal agents have used pepper spray to disperse a crowd in a heavily Somali neighborhood in Minneapolis. This happened Tuesday during a identification checks amid the Trump administration’s crackdown on the community. City Council Member Jamal Osman is a Somali American who witnessed the confrontation. The community has been on edge since President Trump announced the end of Temporary Protected Status for Somalis in the state. It’s unclear how many have been detained or asked for documents. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials says no arrests were made Tuesday but provided no further details.
WORDS: 642 – MOVED: 12/09/2025 5:56 p.m. CST
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US–UnitedHealthcare-CEO-Killed
Luigi Mangione’s notes to self: ‘Pluck eyebrows,’ ‘Keep momentum, FBI slower overnight’
SUMMARY: A to-do list and travel plans found during Luigi Mangione’s arrest and revealed in court this week shed new light on the steps he may have taken — or planned to take — to avoid capture after UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s killing last year. The notes, including a hand-drawn map and tactics for surviving on the lam, were shown on Monday at a pretrial hearing as Mangione’s bid to prevent prosecutors from using evidence seized during his Dec. 9, 2024, arrest at a McDonald’s in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Police said they discovered the notes in Mangione’s backpack, along with a 9 mm handgun that prosecutors said matches the one used to kill Thompson five days earlier.
WORDS: 984 – MOVED: 12/09/2025 5:29 p.m. CST
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US–Severe Weather
Storms bring heavy rain to the Pacific Northwest, snow and freezing rain to the Upper Midwest
SUMMARY: The first of a series of powerful storms is dumping heavy rain and swelling rivers in the Pacific Northwest, closing roads and prompting high water rescues. Residents in parts of Oregon and Washington are grappling with power outages, flooding and school closures on Tuesday, while drivers are navigating debris and water that has closed roads and submerged vehicles. Fire officials northeast of Seattle say crews used inflatable kayaks to rescue several people trapped by rising water. And forecasters warn the worst was still to come, with some major rivers expected to crest later in the week.
WORDS: 711 – MOVED: 12/09/2025 8:47 a.m. CST
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ENT–YE-AP Breakthrough Entertainers-Arden Cho
AP Breakthrough Entertainer: Arden Cho seizes her golden moment after Hollywood heartbreak
SUMMARY: Three years ago, Arden Cho was ready to walk away from acting. She’d landed her first lead role in the Netflix series “Partner Track” only to see it canceled after one season. Now, Cho is one of The Associated Press’ Breakthrough Entertainers of 2025 after voicing the lead character Rumi in Netflix’s animated summertime hit “KPop Demon Hunters.” It’s become the most-streamed movie on the platform and spawned inescapable earworms “Golden” and “Soda Pop” as its soundtrack dominated pop charts. Cho calls it her “golden moment.” She has multiple film projects lined up for next year.
WORDS: 893 – MOVED: 12/10/2025 8:14 a.m. CST
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US–Severe Weather
Pacific Northwest braces for more heavy rain after a powerful storm caused flooding and rescues
SUMMARY: Pacific Northwest residents are bracing for another round of heavy rain after a powerful storm clobbered the region the day before. The National Weather Service says rivers across the western part of Washington were on the rise Wednesday and some areas in the Cascade mountain range reported rain rates near or exceeding a half-inch per hour. A storm on Tuesday caused power outages, flooding and school closures in parts of Oregon and Washington. Drivers had to navigate debris slides and water that closed roads and submerged vehicles. Fire officials northeast of Seattle say crews used inflatable kayaks to rescue several people trapped by rising water.
WORDS: 770 – MOVED: 12/09/2025 11:18 p.m. CST
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MISSOURI
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US–Election 2026-Redistricting
Opponents of Trump-backed redistricting in Missouri submit a petition to force a public vote
SUMMARY: Opponents of Missouri’s new congressional map have submitted thousands of petition signatures calling for a statewide vote on the plan backed by President Donald Trump. Organizers of the petition drive said they turned in more than 300,000 signatures Tuesday to the secretary of state’s office. That’s well more than the roughly 110,000 signatures needed to suspend the U.S. House districts from taking effect until a public vote can be held next year. But the signatures still must be formally verified by election authorities. Republicans hope the new voting districts could help their party win additional seats in Congress in next year’s midterm elections.
WORDS: 1003 – MOVED: 12/09/2025 10:04 a.m. CST
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NORTH DAKOTA
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US–Severe Weather
Storms bring heavy rain to the Pacific Northwest, snow and freezing rain to the Upper Midwest
SUMMARY: The first of a series of powerful storms is dumping heavy rain and swelling rivers in the Pacific Northwest, closing roads and prompting high water rescues. Residents in parts of Oregon and Washington are grappling with power outages, flooding and school closures on Tuesday, while drivers are navigating debris and water that has closed roads and submerged vehicles. Fire officials northeast of Seattle say crews used inflatable kayaks to rescue several people trapped by rising water. And forecasters warn the worst was still to come, with some major rivers expected to crest later in the week.
WORDS: 711 – MOVED: 12/09/2025 8:47 a.m. CST
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US–Severe Weather
Pacific Northwest braces for more heavy rain after a powerful storm caused flooding and rescues
SUMMARY: Pacific Northwest residents are bracing for another round of heavy rain after a powerful storm clobbered the region the day before. The National Weather Service says rivers across the western part of Washington were on the rise Wednesday and some areas in the Cascade mountain range reported rain rates near or exceeding a half-inch per hour. A storm on Tuesday caused power outages, flooding and school closures in parts of Oregon and Washington. Drivers had to navigate debris slides and water that closed roads and submerged vehicles. Fire officials northeast of Seattle say crews used inflatable kayaks to rescue several people trapped by rising water.
WORDS: 770 – MOVED: 12/09/2025 11:18 p.m. CST
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OKLAHOMA
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TX–Schools-Turning Point Partnership
Texas launches plan to open Turning Point USA chapters in every high school
SUMMARY: Texas has launched a partnership with Turning Point USA to create chapters of the right-wing organization on every high school campus in the state. Gov. Greg Abbott, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Turning Point USA Senior Director Josh Thifault revealed the initiative during a news conference on Monday. They did not outline any plans that would require schools to initiate the clubs, but Abbott said that he expects “meaningful disciplinary action” to take place against “any stoppage of TPUSA in the great state of Texas.” The partnership marks the latest attempt by Republican officials to push education further to the right, after years of them accusing public schools of indoctrinating students with left-leaning beliefs.
WORDS: 951 – MOVED: 12/09/2025 1:36 p.m. CST
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SOUTH DAKOTA
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US–Severe Weather
Storms bring heavy rain to the Pacific Northwest, snow and freezing rain to the Upper Midwest
SUMMARY: The first of a series of powerful storms is dumping heavy rain and swelling rivers in the Pacific Northwest, closing roads and prompting high water rescues. Residents in parts of Oregon and Washington are grappling with power outages, flooding and school closures on Tuesday, while drivers are navigating debris and water that has closed roads and submerged vehicles. Fire officials northeast of Seattle say crews used inflatable kayaks to rescue several people trapped by rising water. And forecasters warn the worst was still to come, with some major rivers expected to crest later in the week.
WORDS: 711 – MOVED: 12/09/2025 8:47 a.m. CST
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US–Severe Weather
Pacific Northwest braces for more heavy rain after a powerful storm caused flooding and rescues
SUMMARY: Pacific Northwest residents are bracing for another round of heavy rain after a powerful storm clobbered the region the day before. The National Weather Service says rivers across the western part of Washington were on the rise Wednesday and some areas in the Cascade mountain range reported rain rates near or exceeding a half-inch per hour. A storm on Tuesday caused power outages, flooding and school closures in parts of Oregon and Washington. Drivers had to navigate debris slides and water that closed roads and submerged vehicles. Fire officials northeast of Seattle say crews used inflatable kayaks to rescue several people trapped by rising water.
WORDS: 770 – MOVED: 12/09/2025 11:18 p.m. CST
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SPORTS
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MISSOURI
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FBN–Behind the Call
Kevin Stefanski and Andy Reid both make head-scratching fourth-quarter decisions that lead to losses
SUMMARY: Kevin Stefanski has chosen Shedeur Sanders as the Cleveland Browns’ starting quarterback for the season’s final stretch. On Sunday, Sanders led the Browns with four touchdown drives and 364 passing yards. However, he was on the sideline during a crucial 2-point conversion attempt against Tennessee. The Browns lost the chance to tie when a Wildcat formation play failed. Stefanski took responsibility for the decision. Sanders expressed a desire to have the ball in his hands during critical moments. Meanwhile, Kansas City’s Andy Reid faced criticism for a risky fourth-down call that contributed to the Chiefs’ loss to Houston.
WORDS: 867 – MOVED: 12/09/2025 1:11 a.m. CST
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BKC–Culver-Stockton-Lindenwood
Lindenwood defeats Culver-Stockton 110-44
SUMMARY: Led by Anias Futrell’s 17 points, the Lindenwood Lions defeated the Culver-Stockton Wildcats 110-44 on Tuesday. The Lions are now 6-4 on the season.
WORDS: 127 – MOVED: 12/09/2025 8:42 p.m. CST
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HKN–Bruins-Blues
Bruins rally to beat Blues 5-2 with two goals each from Kastelic and Minten
SUMMARY: Mark Kastelic and Fraser Minten scored two goals each and the Boston Bruins rallied to beat the St. Louis Blues 5-2. Pavel Zacha scored an empty-net goal, while David Pastrnak had two assists in his first game since Nov. 16 after missing five games with an undisclosed injury. Sean Kuraly also had two assists for the Bruins, who won their third straight game and their second against the Blues in the last five days. Jeremy Swayman made 24 saves. Robert Thomas scored twice for the Blues and Joel Hofer made 26 saves. Thomas has three goals and four assists in his last eight games.
WORDS: 308 – MOVED: 12/09/2025 9:55 p.m. CST
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FBN–Inside The Numbers
10 months after Super Bowl, Mahomes and Hurts struggle in historic week of turnovers
SUMMARY: Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurts have had a rough week, marking a first in NFL history. Mahomes threw three interceptions and no touchdowns in the Chiefs’ 20-10 loss to Houston, ending Kansas City’s nine-year division title streak. Hurts threw four interceptions and lost a fumble in the Eagles’ 22-19 overtime loss to the Chargers. This is the first time both Super Bowl quarterbacks from the previous season threw at least three interceptions and no touchdowns in the same week. Mahomes’ performance was the worst for a Chiefs QB since 2010, and Hurts made history with two turnovers on the same play.
WORDS: 1253 – MOVED: 12/10/2025 12:22 a.m. CST
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HKN–Blues-Dube-AHL Tryout
Blues sign Dillon Dube, who was acquitted in Hockey Canada sexual assault case, to AHL tryout
SUMMARY: The St. Louis Blues have signed Dillon Dube to an American Hockey League professional tryout agreement. Dube is the last remaining player acquitted of sexual assault in the high-profile case involving members of Canada’s 2018 world junior team not to sign a contract somewhere. Goaltender Carter Hart with the Vegas Golden Knights is the only one who has played in the NHL since the trial ended last summer with a not guilty verdict. Defenseman Cal Foote signed with the AHL’s Chicago Wolves last week, while forwards Alex Formenton and Michael McLeod are playing in Europe. The Blues said Dube would report to the Springfield Thunderbirds after receiving his work visa.
WORDS: 210 – MOVED: 12/10/2025 9:41 a.m. CST
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FBC–AP All-SEC
AP All-SEC: QB Diego Pavia and coach Clark Lea land top honors for surprising Vanderbilt
SUMMARY: Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, his coach Clark Lea and Texas A&M pass rusher Cashius Howell won top individual honors from The Associated Press for the 2025 Southeastern Conference season. The AP named Pavia the conference’s offensive player of the year, Lea the coach of the year and Howell the defensive player of the year. Pavia, Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy and Commodores tight end Eli Stowers were unanimous selections for the All-SEC team that was voted on by media members who regularly cover the league.
WORDS: 1077 – MOVED: 12/10/2025 10:45 a.m. CST
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NEBRASKA
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BKC–Doane-Omaha
Waddles scores 19 as Omaha knocks off Doane 79-70
SUMMARY: Led by Lance Waddles’ 19 points, the Omaha Mavericks defeated the Doane Tigers 79-70 on Tuesday. The Mavericks are now 5-7 on the season.
WORDS: 119 – MOVED: 12/09/2025 9:49 p.m. CST
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OKLAHOMA
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FBC–AP All-SEC
AP All-SEC: QB Diego Pavia and coach Clark Lea land top honors for surprising Vanderbilt
SUMMARY: Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, his coach Clark Lea and Texas A&M pass rusher Cashius Howell won top individual honors from The Associated Press for the 2025 Southeastern Conference season. The AP named Pavia the conference’s offensive player of the year, Lea the coach of the year and Howell the defensive player of the year. Pavia, Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy and Commodores tight end Eli Stowers were unanimous selections for the All-SEC team that was voted on by media members who regularly cover the league.
WORDS: 1077 – MOVED: 12/10/2025 10:45 a.m. CST
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SOUTH DAKOTA
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BKC–South Dakota State-Ball State
Garry’s 15 lead South Dakota State past Ball State 68-64
SUMMARY: Led by Kalen Garry’s 15 points, the South Dakota State Jackrabbits defeated the Ball State Cardinals 68-64 on Tuesday. The Jackrabbits improved to 6-5 with the win and the Cardinals fell to 3-7.
WORDS: 175 – MOVED: 12/09/2025 8:40 p.m. CST
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BKC–South Dakota-Wyoming
Meyer scores 26, Wyoming knocks off South Dakota 106-79
SUMMARY: Led by Nasir Meyer’s 26 points, the Wyoming Cowboys defeated the South Dakota Coyotes 106-79 on Tuesday. The Cowboys are now 8-2 with the win and the Coyotes fell to 5-6.
WORDS: 133 – MOVED: 12/09/2025 9:55 p.m. CST
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