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4 killed after car crashes into Illinois child care facility, police say

Four people were killed after a vehicle crashed into an after-school care building in downstate Chatham, just south of S...

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Extreme monsoon may lead to dip in sea fish catch: Study

A new study reveals that stronger, more unpredictable monsoons, driven by global warming, could devastate fish populatio...

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4 p.m. Weather Forecast - 4/28/25

We might see some rain in parts of Arizona on Tuesday!...

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Power outages impact thousands of Minnesotans amid Monday storms

Thousands of Minnesotans are without power as severe weather moves through the state Monday evening. r as severe weather...

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Trump’s first 100 days supercharged a global ‘freefall of rights’, says Amnesty

World now in era of repressive regimes’ impunity, climate inaction and unchecked corporate power, says reportThe first...

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Kodomo No Hi: A Guide To Children’s Day in Japan With Recipes

You might have noticed colorful fish-shaped flags hanging on balconies while going out. That means it's almost Children'...

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National Climate Assessment Authors Are Dismissed by Trump Administration

The Trump administration told researchers it was “releasing” them from their roles. It puts the future of the assess...

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NEXT Weather: 6 p.m. Minnesota forecast from April 28, 2025

WCCO meteorologists Chris Shaffer and Mike Augustyniak say the severe weather set-up is starting to break down a bit goi...

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Spain-Portugal power outage leaves tens of millions in the dark. Could it happen in the US?

The U.S. electrical grids are vulnerable to multiple threats that could leave millions without power...

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Severe weather possible Monday night

There is a Tornado Watch in effect until 11 PM Monday evening for portions of Oklahoma....

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Multiple tornadoes reported in Minnesota amid Monday storms, National Weather Service says

Monday's severe weather moving through Minnesota​ is creating dangerous conditions....

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NEXT Weather: 5:15 p.m. Minnesota forecast from April 28, 2025

WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says we're still in the hot seat for at least another hour or 90 minutes in the Twin...

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Opinion: Mexico’s Día del Niño is also Día del Libro (books!)

This April 30, let’s recognize the significance of children in society, make a fuss over the kids and give them the be...

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First Alert Weather: If you loved Monday, you're going to really love Tuesday

CBS News New York's Rob Marciano is calling for sunny skies with a high near 80, as the trend of near-summer conditions ...

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HONGQI dévoile de nouveaux modèles et élargit sa vision mondiale à l'occasion du salon Auto Shanghai 2025

SHANGHAI, 28 avril 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lors du salon Auto Shanghai 2025, HONGQI a fièrement dévoilé sa vision str...

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Mankato's Tourtellotte Pool Set to Open May 30 with Discount Offers for Early Bird Pass Purchases

Mankato's Tourtellotte Pool is set to open May 30, with season passes already on sale and a discount code FAMILYSWIM25 a...

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NEXT Weather: 4 p.m. WCCO forecast for Minnesota from April 28, 2025

WCCO meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says all severe weather ingredients are in play for the next few hours, including th...

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Countries could use forests to 'mask' needed emission cuts: report

Major economies are overstating how much carbon their forests can absorb in a climate accounting fudge that could allow ...

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Tornado warnings issued in parts of Minnesota as severe storms roll through

WCCO meteorologists Mike Augustyniak and Lisa Meadows share the latest updates on tornado watches and warnings in Minnes...

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High-resolution climate models reveal how Tasman Sea temperatures may influence Antarctic peninsula warming

The Antarctic Peninsula, one of the fastest-warming regions on Earth, has seen temperatures rise five times faster than ...

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Climate change drives more overlapping wildfire seasons in Australia and North America, study finds

Climate change is increasing the risk of wildfires in many regions of the world. This is due partly to specific weather ...

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Eastern Europe's air has become cleaner: Long-term study from Saxony shows decreasing air pollution

Air pollution with particulate matter smaller than 1 micrometer has fallen by an average of 5% annually in rural Saxony....

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Some Los Angeles fires victims are rebuilding their homes without gas appliances

As Los Angeles rebuilds from the Eaton and Palisades fires, climate activists want to retire the gas utility pipelines a...

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Central Texas to Welcome New State Park with Over 3,000 Acres of Outdoor Splendor

Texas is developing a new state park in Central Texas, merging 1,100 newly acquired acres with an adjacent 2,000 acres, ...

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NASA 3D wind-measuring laser aims to improve forecasts from air, space

Since last fall, NASA scientists have flown an advanced 3D Doppler wind lidar instrument across the United States to col...

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Self-defense attacks: Experts warn to stay out of sharks' space after deadly incident off Israeli coast

Study finds many shark bites are acts of self-defense, urging caution and respect for marine predators after fatal attac...

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Storms pushing through western Minnesota

As storms move through western Minnesota on Monday, April 28, meteorologist Mike Augustyniak says there is a potential f...

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Flotek Acquires Innovative Mobile Power Generation Assets and Secures Multi-Year Lease Providing $160 Million Revenue Backlog and Immediate Earnings Accretion

HOUSTON, April 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Flotek Industries, Inc. ("Flotek") (NYSE: FTK) and ProFrac Holding Corp. (NASDAQ...

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National weather forecast for Tuesday April 29

National weather forecast for Tuesday April 29....

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Ohio's Spring Beauty on Full Display: ODNR Shares Clifton Gorge and John Bryan State Park Photos

ODNR shares vibrant photos of Clifton Gorge and John Bryan State Parks, capturing spring's flora, fauna, and birdsongs....

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City to continue study of radioactive soil at Albany Bulb

The park will remain open to visitors during the investigation, which may involve crews and trucks traveling on or by tr...

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Austin's Weather Whirlwind: Sunny Spells, Storm Chances, and Gusts Ahead

Austin's weather forecast predicts a mix of sun, clouds, and potential storms over the week with temperatures up to 95°...

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St. Louis Park Invites Community to Arbor Day Celebration at Browndale Park with Tree Planting and More

St. Louis Park invites community for an Arbor Day event with tree-planting and activities on May 10 at Browndale Park....

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E.P.A. Says It Will Tackle ‘Forever Chemicals.’ Details Are Sparse.

A new proposal to combat PFAS contamination, announced by the Environmental Protection Agency, left critical questions u...

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When will Monday's storm impact drivers in the Twin Cities?

Forecast severe storms​ across the Twin Cities throughout Monday afternoon and evening may create hazardous conditions...

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Earthquake-driven land sinking could increase flood risk in Pacific Northwest

The next great earthquake isn't the only threat to the Pacific Northwest. A powerful earthquake, combined with rising se...

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Toyota Launches New, Commercially Focused Hydrogen Business Website

New website to support Toyota Hydrogen Solutions (THS), a business unit in Toyota's North American Hydrogen Headquarters...

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It is perfectly normal for magnolia trees to lose leaves in spring, but foliage can drop for more alarming reasons – here's when to worry

Expert arborists and horticulturalists share fixes for 5 potential problems that can cause magnolias to drop leaves...

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NFL Superstar Saquon Barkley Schools Critics Slamming Him for Golfing with Trump: 'Not a Hard Concept to Understand'

Saquon Barkley, the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles’ superstar running back, has had enough of the irrational ...

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JAMA study finds 15% of children spend 9 hours a day on smart devices

A recent study finds that 15% of children and teenagers spend at least nine hours per day using smart devices for non-ac...

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Severe storms forecast for River Valley region Monday; tornadoes and large hail possible

Mother Nature is prepared to lash out at the River Valley region tonight....

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Glaciers offer clues into the path of fossil fuel pollution

Glaciers provide a unique opportunity for researchers to measure levels of atmospheric carbon deposition. Unlike other t...