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Twin Cities, much of southern Minnesota digging out from first major snowfall of the winter
A winter storm dropped more than a half-foot of snow on parts of southern Minnesota, by far the largest snowfall of the season for many locations.
Americans who live alone report depression at higher rates, but social support helps
The number of people living alone in the U.S. jumped to nearly 38 million. A new study shows people who live alone are more likely to report depression if they didn't have other social supports.
Russia is developing nuclear capability to threaten satellites, source says
The full extent of the threat is unclear as the details remain classified. National security adviser Jake Sullivan is expected to brief a small group of lawmakers on Thursday.
Japan's space agency says it may now have clues about the origins of the moon
An unmanned lunar spacecraft has captured and transmitted data analyzing lunar rocks, an achievement that could help provide clues about the origin of the moon, a Japan space agency official said
Minnesota lawmakers try to drive home climate effects on house insurance costs
A Minnesota House Commerce Committee hearing put a spotlight on how rising home insurance premiums could be traced to severe weather events that some experts link to climate change.
Minnesota unveils Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives license plate
The state announced the new plate Wednesday, on the Day of Remembrance for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives. The plate costs $15.50 and requires a minimum donation of $25.