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It’s official: Minnesota selected to host 2028 NFL Draft

MINNEAPOLIS — The worst-kept secret in the NFL is out. Minnesota has officially been selected to host the 2028 NFL Draft. The NFL announced on Tuesday at the league meetings in Orlando. The bid was submitted a couple of months ago on behalf of Minnesota …

Pair of homers, Joe Ryan's pitching lead Twins past Astros

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Twins lineup lost two of its long-time regulars Tuesday when catcher Ryan Jeffers was placed on the injured list with a broken bone in his hand and Royce Lewis was optioned to Triple-A St. Paul after a difficult start to the …

Full vote of confidence for coach John Hynes from Wild GM

ST. PAUL — Amid the shock and anger among the Wild fan base in the immediate wake of the abrupt end to their 2025-26 season last week, there was some social media clatter calling for coach John Hynes to be dismissed — this even though he led Minnesota to …

Questions plentiful for Wild, pending free agents

After some quality time together on Lake Minnetonka last weekend, members of the Minnesota Wild are headed off in all directions to spend the summer months. Destinations vary from the wilderness of Siberia, to the lakes of Scandinavia to the mountains of …

FCC probes possible E-Rate fraud in Minnesota

Today, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr announced that the Commission has sent three Letters of Inquiry to Minnesota educational institutions to investigate potential misuse of federal funds disbursed through the E-Rate program. This marks the latest effort by …

Sen. Cotton, Rep. Kustoff Pressure FCC's Carr to Allow Mobile Phone Jamming in State Prisons

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AT&T earmarks $19B to spur program to retire copper in California

AT&T is proud to commit $19 billion of investment in California's fiber and wireless networks by the end of 2030, building the high-speed connectivity required for the next era of innovation and economic growth in the state. With updated federal …

FCC Targets Minnesota Schools in E-Rate Fraud Investigation

WASHINGTON, May 15, 2026 – The Federal Communications Commission probed three Minnesota educational institutions Friday as part of an investigation into potential misuse of federal E-Rate funding. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr said the agency was seeking …

FCC Investigating Potential Fraud in E-Rate Educational Program in Minnesota

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Brendan Carr on Friday announced an investigation of potential fraud through the E-Rate program in Minnesota. “The FCC is committed to stopping bad actors from defrauding our USF programs, including those …

FCC Launches E-Rate Subsidy Probe In Minnesota

By Christopher Cole ( May 15, 2026, 6:28 PM EDT) -- The Federal Communications Commission is scrutinizing the activities of some Minnesota E-Rate providers for possible fraud in the federal program used to expand connectivity in schools and libraries.... …

Twins catcher Ryan Jeffers optimistic after breaking hand bone

MINNEAPOLIS — Ryan Jeffers broke his hamate bone swinging and then watched two pitches go by before gesturing to the dugout. It hurt “really bad,” Jeffers said. But as a catcher, he’s used to pain. What he’s not used to is taking himself out of a game …

Luca Langoni, Revolution edge Minnesota United

Luca Langoni scored early in the second half and the New England Revolution held on to defeat visiting Minnesota United 2-1 on Saturday night at Foxborough, Mass. Carles Gil posted a penalty kick for New England (8-4-1, 25 points), which improved to 7-1-0 …

FCC Investigates Potential Fraud in Minnesota E-Rate Educational Program

Zebby Matthews solid but Twins fall to Astros

Isaac Paredes hit a two-run homer, and that proved to be enough as the Houston Astros held on for a 2-1 win over the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday night in Minneapolis. Jeremy Pena finished 2-for-4 for Houston, which evened its series at one win apiece. The …

Former Minnesota senator pleads guilty in child solicitation sting

ST. PAUL — Former Minnesota Sen. Justin Eichorn pleaded guilty Thursday, May 14, in a child solicitation sting case. Eichorn, a Republican from Grand Rapids, was arrested in March 2025 following a sting operation. He allegedly texted with and arranged to …

AI-Generated Videos Have Invaded the L.A. Mayoral Race

(TNS) — The Hollywood sign is ablaze as Spencer Pratt, the reality TV star now running for mayor of Los Angeles, suits up as Batman, enters City Hall and leads the people to overthrow a cabal of corrupt, out-of-touch progressives intent on destroying the …

How much is James Rodriguez’s salary with Minnesota United?

When: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday Where: Allianz Field Stream: Apple TV Radio: KSTP-AM, 1500 Weather: 73 degrees, clear skies, 9 mph south wind Form: MNUFC (6-3-3, 21 points) is unbeaten in two straight after a 2-2 home draw with Austin on Sunday. Head coach …

Ben Sperry: The FCC’s Digital-Discrimination Detour Hits a Dead End

When Congress told the Federal Communications Commission to prevent “digital discrimination of access” to broadband, it gave the agency a narrow job: stop broadband providers from discriminating based on income, race, national origin, and other protected …

How San Antonio landed Minnesota-native Sean Sweeney as top assistant coach

San Antonio’s defensive excellence certainly revolves around its star center. There’s a reason Victor Wembanyama was the unanimous choice for the 2025-26 Defensive Player of the Year award. The 7-foot-5 Frenchman is a shot blocker extraordinaire. Yet this …

National Child Protection Faith Summit to Unite Faith Leaders, Lawmakers, and Advocates at Museum of the Bible

WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Jack Brewer Foundation and NWF Health will host the National Child Protection Faith Summit on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C., bringing together …

TV Host Discusses His Constant Friendship with Music Industry Legend Quincy Jones

This week on “White House Chronicle,” Co-host Adam Clayton Powell III talks about the Quincy Jones he knew. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In this week’s episode of “White House Chronicle,” the weekly news and …

James P. Cameron Announces Write-In Candidacy for Lieutenant Governor of California June 2, 2026 Primary Election

Cameron’s campaign slogan — ‘Conserve California’ — is a mission to course-correct state SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- James P. Cameron (J.P.C.), a longtime advocate for fiscal responsibility and principled …

NOW Endorses Tim Alexander for Congress in New Jersey’s 2nd District, Citing His Commitment to Equality and Justice

NOW cites Alexander’s record as a civil rights attorney and his commitment to reproductive freedom, economic security, and equal rights for all. OCEANVILLE, NJ, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Tim Alexander Campaign for …

A-G Associates, MCON, and PsychArmor Launch Fall In: A National Pledge Movement for Actionable Military Support

Moving Beyond Thanks to Accountable Commitment LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In partnership with MCON, and PsychArmor, A-G Associates’ Military, Veteran & Family Center of Excellence (MVF COE)announced …

Humony Mindset Awarded Silver Medal from Nonfiction Authors Association

Humony Mindset: Change the World by Changing Your Mindset by Steven Howard has been awarded the Silver Medal from the Nonfiction Authors Association. PALM SPRINGS, CA, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Humony Mindset Awarded …

MAURY BLACKMAN ARGUES MID-DECADE REDISTRICTING IS BREAKING REPRESENTATIVE DEMOCRACY IN NEW ANALYSIS

Calls for Return to Geographic Standards in Congressional Districting, Warns National Parties Are Manufacturing Outcomes Rather Than Representing Communities SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Maury Blackman, veteran …

Technology Executive Maury Blackman Warns: 'No Hurry' Is Iran's Strategy, Not America's

In New Op-Ed, Blackman Argues the Iran Ceasefire Clock Is Running Against U.S. Interests — and Draws a Stark Lesson from Roman History SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Maury Blackman, veteran technology …

AACS Thanks Industry, Veterans, and Small Business Owners for Making Their Voices Heard on Do No Harm Rule

As Public Comment Period Closes, AACS Urges Department of Education to Listen to the Workers, Educators, and Communities Its Rule Would Harm WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- American Association of Career Schools Thanks …

Civic Social Platform Launches Legislation Distiller Powered by A.I. and Data Science

MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Civic engagement platform MOXY recently debuted a feature within its legislation page that makes it easy to understand the perplexing legislation proposed within the U.S. Congress. …

A National Movement for Fathers: How the Good Dad Act Helped Spark America’s Push Toward Equal Parenting

Where is your State in the Movement for Fathers Rights? MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Across America, a powerful movement is reshaping family law and redefining the role of fathers in the lives of their children. From …

OATS v1.3.0: Open Standard for Zero-Trust AI Agents Adds Substrate-Comparison Evidence

Open standard enables any vendor to implement zero-trust security for AI agents with verifiable conformance PASADENA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ThirdKey AI Publishes Open Agent Trust Stack (OATS) v1.3.0 …

iRemedy Releases AI-Powered Foreign Dependency Assessment of America’s Essential Medicines

Analysis of all 84 ASPR-designated essential medicines finds 89% show significant Chinese supply chain dependency across four layers of origin verification STUART, FL, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- iRemedy Healthcare …

City of Boston, Dana-Farber Announce Funding For Cancer Screenings For Firefighters

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute commits 150K to to support cancer screenings for 500 firefighters across the City  Mayor Michelle Wu and Dana-Farber Center Institute announced new funding to help preserve access to comprehensive early cancer detection …

CAVWV Calls on Congress for Three Actions on Behalf of Secret Air War Veterans Before Memorial Day

The CIA confirmed the mission. The Air Force destroyed the file. A 2015 board refused to act. Col. Conran is 89. Congress must act now. ST. PAUL, MN, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As America approaches Memorial Day 2026, the …

Emergency Assistance Network to Hold Press Conference in Call for Action

Santa Clara County nonprofits band together to support vulnerable communities in face of severe federal cutbacks SAN JOSE, CA, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Emergency Assistance Network (EAN), a network of safety net …

Lorenzo Law Group Announces Office Expansion to Orlando to Support Central Florida Immigrants

ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lorenzo Law Group, an immigration law firm featuring a fully bilingual team, has opened a new office in Orlando, Florida. This expansion brings comprehensive legal assistance directly …

RESTORE AMERICA’S MISSION® (RAM®) Endorses Scott Shellenberger for Baltimore County State's Attorney

BALTIMORE, MD, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RESTORE AMERICA’S MISSION® (RAM®) Endorses Scott Shellenberger for Re-Election as Baltimore County State's Attorney Restore America’s Mission proudly announces its …

NACC and Southern California Junior Cricket Academy Partner to Expand Youth Cricket Pathways in Southern Los Angeles

Youth cricket development infrastructure begins to take root in Los Angeles DE, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The North American Cricket Club (“NACC”) and its Premier Cricket League (PCL) proudly announces a new relationship …

LONGTIME INCUMBENT FACES CROWDED DEMOCRATIC FIELD IN DISTRICT 10

Competitive primary signals voter appetite for new leadership in a safely Democratic seat WALNUT CREEK, CA, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Democratic Rep. Mark DeSaulnier, who has represented California's 10th Congressional …