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Israel identifies bodies of 2 hostages as Gaza border crossing with Egypt remains closed

Israel has identified the remains two hostages after Hamas handed over their bodies to the Red Cross. Israeli officials say that the bodies belong to Ronen Engel and Sonthaya Oakkharasri. They were killed during Hamas’ attack on southern Israel on Oct. 7, 2023. Israel has threatened on Sunday to keep the Rafah border crossing closed until Hamas fulfills its ceasefire role of returning all deceased hostages. Hamas has handed over the remains of 13 bodies. Eleven of them have been identified as hostages. Israel said one of the bodies released didn’t belong to a hostage. The Palestinian group said that talks to launch the second phase of ceasefire negotiations have begun.

Thieves strike Louvre in brazen jewel heist as the world’s most visited museum shuts

Thieves have pulled off a daring heist at the Louvre, using a basket lift to reach the museum on Sunday morning. They forced a window, smashed display cases, and fled with jewels of “inestimable value,” according to France’s interior minister. The museum closed for the day as police sealed gates and ushered visitors out. The robbery took place in the Galerie d’Apollon, where part of the French Crown Jewels are displayed. The thieves reportedly took nine pieces from the jewelry collection of Napoleon and the Empress. Security and staffing at the Louvre have been under scrutiny.

State emergency officials say new rules and delays for FEMA grants put disaster response at risk

State emergency management officials say they’re facing funding challenges from the federal government that threaten the country’s ability to respond to crises. The Trump administration has cut state grants and tied funding to immigration enforcement. And the government shutdown adds to the problem. Last week, a federal judge ordered the Department of Homeland Security to stop linking grants to immigration enforcement. Some states have seen drastic cuts to homeland security grants, leading to a freeze on the entire $1 billion program. Emergency management agencies are delaying hiring and equipment purchases. Experts warn these disruptions could jeopardize preparedness and response to disasters.

China accuses US of cyberattack on national time center

China has accused the U.S. National Security Agency of cyberattacks on its national time center. The Ministry of State Security claims the U.S. agency exploited vulnerabilities in a foreign mobile phone brand’s messaging services in 2022. It allegedly stole sensitive information from the National Time Service Center’s staff. The ministry also says the U.S. used 42 types of cyberattack tools to target the center’s internal systems between 2023 and 2024. The time center is crucial for generating and distributing China’s standard time. The U.S. Embassy has not commented. This accusation could heighten tensions between Washington and Beijing.

Shuffle in store for AP Top 25 after four top 10 teams falter

The AP Top 25 college football rankings are set for a shake-up after a wild weekend. Four top-10 teams lost, including No. 2 Miami, which fell to unranked Louisville on Friday. By Saturday night, No. 5 Ole Miss, No. 7 Texas Tech, and No. 10 LSU had also lost. Nine ranked teams lost overall, with four falling to unranked opponents. No. 17 Vanderbilt, No. 12 Georgia Tech, and No. 3 Indiana are expected to rise in the rankings. Meanwhile, Louisville and Tulane are knocking on the door for their first rankings of the season.

A father returns from Israeli detention to find Gaza and his family shattered

Released from Israeli detention after 20 months, 45-year-old Mohammed Abu Moussa is overwhelmed as he returns to Gaza and reunites with his family. He learns that his mother, sister and other relatives were killed in an Israeli airstrike in July. More than 1,800 Palestinians were freed under a ceasefire deal, returning to a homeland devastated by war. Abu Moussa, a medical technician, says he and other detainees were often beaten, and were provided inadequate health care. The Israeli Prison Service denies these claims.

A mushroom farm in Kenya and fungi-based panels give hope for sustainable building

A large mushroom farm near Nairobi is producing mycelium for building materials that end up as fungi-based panels, which are more sustainable and affordable than traditional bricks. MycoTile, the company behind the innovation, combines mycelium — the root part of the mushroom — with natural fibers to create insulation and decor. The approach could help address Nairobi’s housing crisis where many live in informal settlements. MycoTile’s products cost about two-thirds of standard materials and are biodegradable. Founder Mtamu Kililo was inspired by a mushroom farm in Kigali, Rwanda. The company uses agricultural waste in its production, reducing pollutants and easing waste disposal pressures.

Messi wins the Golden Boot and MLS playoffs are set on Decision Day

Lionel Messi left no doubt on Decision Day. The Argentine icon scored a hat trick in a 5-2 victory over Nashville on Saturday night to wrap up Major League Soccer’s Golden Boot award with 29 goals this season. Inter Miami finished third in the Eastern Conference standings and will again face sixth-seeded Nashville starting Friday in the best-of-three opening round of the MLS Cup playoffs. Saturday was the league’s traditional Decision Day, the final day of the regular season when the two conferences each played games simultaneously with playoff spots and seeding on the line.

Sayin throws 4 TD passes as No. 1 Ohio State throttles Wisconsin 34-0

Julian Sayin connected with Carnell Tate for two of his four touchdown passes, and No. 1 Ohio State rolled to a 34-0 victory over Wisconsin. Ohio State has won their first seven games this season by an average margin of 30.6 points. Wisconsin has dropped five straight and has suffered back-to-back shutout losses for the first time since 1977. Sayin passed to Tate for a 33-yard touchdown on Ohio State’s first drive and a 10-yard score with four seconds left in the opening period. Both touchdowns came in third-down situations.

US warns Hamas planning attack on Palestinian civilians in apparent violation of Gaza ceasefire

The U.S. State Department says it has “credible reports” that Hamas could violate the ceasefire with an attack on Palestinian civilians in Gaza. If the attack takes place, it “would constitute a direct and grave violation” of the agreement forged by President Donald Trump to end the two-year war between Israel and Hamas, according to government officials. No further details were disclosed about the potential attack. The State Department said that “should Hamas proceed with this attack, measures will be taken to protect the people of Gaza and preserve the integrity of the ceasefire.”

Photos show ‘No Kings’ rallies against Trump across the US and in Europe

Protesting the country’s direction under President Donald Trump, thousands of people brought a street party vibe to the nation’s capital and communities across the U.S. for “ No Kings ” demonstrations, which the president’s Republican Party is calling “Hate America” rallies. Earlier Saturday, a few hundred Americans had gathered in major European cities like London and Paris. This is a…

US Embassy issues warning to Americans in Trinidad and Tobago as tensions with Venezuela escalate

The U.S. Embassy in Trinidad and Tobago is cautioning Americans to stay away from U.S. government facilities on the twin-island nation. It was an unusual warning issued Saturday that came as tensions grow between the U.S. and Venezuela over deadly U.S. strikes in Caribbean waters targeting suspected drug traffickers. Venezuela is located just miles away from Trinidad. People in one local Trinidadian community are mourning the disappearance of two fishermen believed killed in a U.S. strike on Tuesday. Trinidad Homeland Security Minister Roger Alexander told The Associated Press that the alert is based on threats directed at American citizens in the Caribbean nation.

Plan to fire artillery over a California highway during JD Vance base visit irks governor

A plan to fire live artillery shells over a major Southern California highway as part of a military showcase attended by Vice President JD Vance has drawn strong objections from Gov. Gavin Newsom. The Democrat says the exercise is potentially dangerous and has forced him to close a 17-mile portion of the interstate for safety reasons. Vance and U.S. Marine officials at Camp Pendleton have said there is nothing unsafe about the artillery exercise and no need to disrupt traffic on Interstate 5, which is the main highway along the Pacific coast between San Diego and Los Angeles. Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are visiting Camp Pendleton o celebrate the Marine Corps’ 250th anniversary.

Trump’s immigration crackdown weighs heavy on the US labor market

President Donald Trump’s sweeping crackdown on immigration is throwing foreigners out of work and shaking the American economy and job market. And it’s happening at a time when hiring is already deteriorating amid uncertainty over Trump’s erratic trade policies. Immigrants do jobs – cleaning houses, picking cotton, painting fences – that most native-born Americans won’t. They also bring the technical skills and entrepreneurial energy that have helped make the United States the world’s economic superpower. Trump is attacking immigration at both ends of spectrum, deporting low-wage laborers and discouraging skilled foreigners from bringing their talents to the United States.

Jason Momoa worked with a coach to speak Hawaiian authentically in ‘Chief of War’

Jason Momoa prepared for his role in “Chief of War” with a personal language coach who lived with him for nearly a year. The Apple TV series premiered in August. It is the first major TV production showcasing Hawaiian language and culture. Momoa is Native Hawaiian but didn’t grow up speaking Hawaiian. He and other actors worked with coaches to master their lines. Experts say the series is a successful contribution to the language’s revival. While the first episodes are mostly in Hawaiian, the language is spoken less as the series progresses. Fans are eagerly awaiting news of a second season.

Ukrainians disappointed after Trump-Zelenskyy meeting fails to immediately secure Tomahawk missiles

Ukrainians are expressing disappointment as the U.S. may not provide long-range Tomahawk missiles to Kyiv. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President Donald Trump on Friday, hoping for missile support to pressure Russia into negotiations. However, Zelenskyy left empty-handed. Ukrainian serviceman Roman Vynnychenko calls the missile issue a political “game” and stresses the need for new weapons. Meanwhile, repairs to the Zaporizhzhia power plant’s damaged supply are underway, easing nuclear safety concerns. The plant has relied on backup generators since September 23. Russian and Ukrainian forces have established ceasefire zones for the repairs.

‘Filipino Towns’ around the US preserve history and raise community’s visibility

Filipinos set foot on the North American continent for the first time over four centuries ago, and Filipino Americans are still on a quest to make a cultural footprint. Many Filipinos are seeking their cities’ acknowledgment of “Filipino Towns,” a cultural district designation similar to Chinatowns, Japantowns and Koreatowns. These communities highlight the contributions of expat and immigrant populations to a major city’s overall identity. Las Vegas became the latest major city to adopt the designation with the unveiling of an official “Filipino Town Cultural District” street sign last week. October is Filipino American History Month.

After billions in failed big bets, funders and schools are turning to this small education nonprofit

Leslie Cornfeld launched the National Education Opportunity Network, or NEON, to address educational inequality. After working with New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and President Obama’s education secretaries, she noticed that low-income students rarely attended top universities. In 2019, with funding from the Carnegie Corporation, she started NEON to bring elite university courses to non-elite high schools. Over five years, NEON has offered 60 college courses to more than 40,000 students in 33 states. The nonprofit aims to reach 1 million students within a decade, providing college-level education to those who need it most.

Republican nominee for New Jersey governor puts some distance from Trump on immigration

Jack Ciattarelli has been endorsed by Donald Trump in next month’s New Jersey governor’s election and is a strong supporter of the Republican president and his agenda. But the former business owner and state legislator is also diverging Trump on the key issue of immigration. Ciattarelli says he’d back a “pathway to recognition” for some people who are living in New Jersey illegally. Ciattarelli is hoping to make inroads with Latino voters. It’s an important group of voters in the November election against Democrat Mikie Sherrill, a four-term congresswoman.

Ohtani puts on 2-way Sho for the ages with 3 homers and 10 Ks to lead Dodgers back to World Series

Shohei Ohtani hit three home runs and pitched shutout ball into the seventh inning for the Los Angeles Dodgers, putting on a spectacular two-way show in Game 4 of the National League Championship Series. With 10 strikeouts on the mound and three homers that traveled a combined 1,342 feet at the plate, Ohtani made history in both of his dual roles for the defending champion Dodgers, who returned to the World Series with a 5-1 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers that completed a four-game sweep. After striking out three batters in the top of the first, Ohtani hit the first leadoff homer by a pitcher in major league history. He hit a second titanic drive in the fourth and launched a third solo homer in the seventh.

Music could help ease pain from surgery or illness. Scientists are listening

Hospitals and doctors’ offices are inviting singers and musicians to help patients manage their pain, as music’s ability to reduce pain is gaining attention. No one is suggesting that a catchy song can completely eliminate serious pain. But several recent studies have suggested that listening to music can either reduce the perception of pain or enhance a person’s ability to tolerate it. The key is letting patients choose the music and encouraging active listening. Scientists say one aspect of music’s power is simple distraction, but it’s more than that. It changes the perception and experience of pain, and the isolation and anxiety.

Shutdown impact: What it means for workers, federal programs and the economy

The federal government shutdown is approaching the second longest on record and there’s no end in sight. Some lawmakers predict it could surpass the 35-day shutdown from President Donald Trump’s first term. The nation’s 1.3 million active-duty service members have gotten a temporary reprieve. But hundreds of thousands of federal civilian employees are being furloughed and facing financial stress. The travel economy is taking a big hit with tourist sites such as Smithsonian museums in the nation’s capital closed. There have been air controller shortages in some cities and flight delays. The longer the shutdown lasts, the more it could be a drag on the economy.

‘No Kings’ protests against Trump planned nationwide, in what the GOP calls ‘hate America’ rallies

Protesting the direction of the country under President Donald Trump, people will gather Saturday in the nation’s capital and communities across the U.S. They’re holding “No Kings” demonstrations, or what the president’s Republican Party is calling “Hate America” rallies. This is the third mass mobilization since Trump’s return to the White House and it’s expected to be the largest. It comes against the backdrop of a government shutdown that not only has closed federal programs and services, but is testing the core balance of power as organizers warn of a slide toward American authoritarianism. Trump himself is away from Washington at his Mar-a-Lago home in Florida.

One scandal too many forces UK monarchy to sideline Prince Andrew

Prince Andrew has been banished from the royal whirl after emails emerged this week showing that he had remained in contact with the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein longer than he previously admitted. The House of Windsor has finally moved to insulate the monarchy from years of tawdry headlines about Andrew’s dodgy friends and suspicious business deals.  Buckingham Palace on Friday released a statement from Andrew saying that he had agreed to give up use of his last remaining royal titles so that continued allegations about him “don’t distract from the work of His Majesty.”

Brewers outclassed by Ohtani and big-money Dodgers as rousing season ends with NLCS sweep

Turned out the National League Championship Series was indeed a mismatch, just as Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy suggested. But not only in payroll and star power. On the baseball field, too. Where it really matters. After compiling the best record in the majors during the regular season, the scrappy Brewers appeared capable of beating anybody — until they ran into Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers in October. Milwaukee mustered only four runs and 14 hits in a four-game Dodgers sweep that left the Brewers steps short of the World Series once again. The team’s only pennant came in 1982, when Milwaukee was in the American League.

Shohei Ohtani hits 3 homers and strikes out 10 in Dodgers’ clinching 5-1 NLCS win over Brewers

Shohei Ohtani has propelled the Los Angeles Dodgers back to the World Series with a two-way performance for the ages. Ohtani hit three mammoth home runs and pitched scoreless, two-hit ball into the seventh inning, and the Dodgers swept the Milwaukee Brewers out of the National League Championship Series with a 5-1 victory in Game 4. The Dodgers will have a chance to be baseball’s first repeat World Series champions in a quarter-century after this mind-blowing night for the three-time MVP.

Afghan and Pakistani delegations head to Doha for crisis talks

Afghan and Pakistani delegations are going to the Qatari capital Doha for crisis talks. More than a week of fighting has killed dozens of people and injured hundreds on both sides. On Saturday, the Taliban government said the Afghan delegation included the defense minister and head of the national intelligence agency. Each country has said it is responding to aggression from the other. Pakistan accuses Afghanistan of harboring militants who carry out attacks in border areas, a charge rejected by the country’s Taliban government. A 48-hour ceasefire expired Friday evening.

Minnesota beats No. 25 Nebraska 24-6, sacking Dylan Raiola 9 times

Darius Taylor ran for 148 yards and a touchdown, Drake Lindsey completed 16 of 20 passes for 153 yards and a score and Minnesota sacked quarterback Dylan Raiola a school-record nine times in a 24-6 victory over No. 25 Nebraska on Friday night. The Gophers (5-2, 3-1 Big Ten) have won six straight against the Cornhuskers (5-2, 2-2). Minnesota coach P.J. Fleck improved to 7-1 against Nebraska, which hasn’t won in Minneapolis since 2015. Raiola completed 17 of 25 passes for 177 yards for the Huskers, who spent part of a short week addressing rumors of coach Matt Rhule’s candidacy for the vacant Penn State job. Anthony Smith and Karter Menz each had 2 1/2 sacks for Minnesota.

Alex Ovechkin’s first goal of the season brings him within 2 of the 900 mark for his career

Alex Ovechkin scored his first goal of the season, moving to within two of 900 for his career and helping the Washington Capitals to a 5-1 victory over the Minnesota Wild. Ovechkin went without a goal in the season’s first four games — not a crisis but a longer dry spell than he had at any time last season. He scored 44 times in 2024-25 and eventually broke Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record with No. 895. Now that number is up to 898.

Ovechkin scores 898th goal as Capitals top Wild 5-1 for their 4th straight victory

Alex Ovechkin scored for the first time this season, Dylan Strome added a pair of goals and the Washington Capitals beat the Minnesota Wild 5-1 for their fourth straight victory. Ovechkin’s third-period shot pinged off the left post and in, and the crowd roared its approval when the counter above one corner of the ice was flipped over to 898, his new career total. The NHL career leader in goals also had an assist as part of a dominant showing at home for Washington. Logan Thompson allowed only ex-Capital Marcus Johansson’s tally in the second. That tied the game at 1, but Aliaksei Protas answered 31 seconds later.

Alaska storm damage so bad many evacuees won’t go home for at least 18 months, governor says

Damage to remote Alaska villages hammered by flooding last weekend is so extreme that many of the more than 2,000 people displaced won’t be able to return to their homes for at least 18 months. That’s what Gov. Mike Dunleavy said in a request to the White House for a major disaster declaration. In one of the hardest hit villages, Kipnuk, an initial assessment showed that 121 or homes — or 90% of the total — have been destroyed, Dunleavy wrote. In Kwigillingok, where three dozen homes floated away, slightly more than one-third of the residences are uninhabitable.

Joel Embiid returns to action for 76ers in preseason finale, first game in nearly 8 months

Joel Embiid started for the Philadelphia 76ers in their preseason finale on Friday night, his first game action in nearly eight months. And he flirted with a triple-double. Embiid — who was limited to 19 games last season because of injuries — finished with 14 points, seven rebounds and eight assists in 19 minutes in Philadelphia’s 126-110 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves. He also had three steals, and the 76ers outscored the Wolves by 12 points when Embiid was on the floor. Philadelphia coach Nick Nurse said before the game that Embiid would have “fairly short” stints of action and held true to that plan. Embiid didn’t play in the fourth quarter. The 76ers open the regular season at Boston on Wednesday night.

Dozens of costumed canines get their chance to trick-or-treating at Howloween event in Michigan

Dogs dressed up as everything from Elvis Presley to Scooby Doo’s Mystery Machine went trick-or-treating in Michigan. It was part of the annual Howloween event organized by a local pet store. The costumed canines made a loop through Lansing’s Old Town arts district, stopping outside restaurants, gift shops and jewelry stores, where owners were waiting to provide treats and a scratch behind the ears. The event is organized each year by Preuss Pets, an Old Town fixture. The number of dogs is capped at 200, and they have to preregister. It is part of an effort to keep the numbers down for safety’s sake.

All aboard! Great Pumpkin Express brings Halloween magic to the Northland

DULUTH, Minn. — What’s better than picking out the perfect pumpkin? How about arriving to the pumpkin patch in style. Each year the Lake Superior Railroad Museum and North Shore Scenic Railroad bring a little magic to MEA weekend with the Great Pumpkin Express. “When everybody’s in town enjoying the fall colors and the wonderful weather we’re having, what we…

Trump says he has commuted sentence of former US Rep. George Santos in federal fraud case

George Santos WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Friday he had commuted the sentence of former U.S. Rep. George Santos, who is serving more than seven years in federal prison after pleading guilty to fraud and identity theft charges. The New York Republican was sentenced in April after admitting last year to deceiving donors and stealing the identities of…

Trump says he has commuted sentence of former US Rep. George Santos in federal fraud case

President Donald Trump says he has commuted the sentence of former U.S. Rep. George Santos, who is serving more than seven years in federal prison after pleading guilty to fraud and identity theft charges. The New York Republican was sentenced in April after admitting last year to deceiving donors and stealing the identities of 11 people — including his own family members — to make donations to his campaign. He reported to Federal Correctional Institution in Fairton, in southern New Jersey, on July 25 and is being housed in a minimum security prison camp with fwere than 50 other inmates. “I just signed a Commutation, releasing George Santos from prison, IMMEDIATELY,” Trump posted on his social media platform.

Expect delays on Lift Bridge next week

Aerial Lift Bridge DULUTH, Min. – Both drivers and pedestrians could be facing minor delays with bridge inspections. Starting on Monday, October 20, 2025 the Aerial Lift Bridge and Minnesota Slip Bridge will undergo inspections. The inspection work is expect to last throughout the week. The inspections will require frequent and slow lifts of the bridge Aerial Lift Bridge to allow…

Meta adds parental controls for AI-teen interactions

Meta is adding parental controls to kids’ interactions with artificial intelligence chatbots — including the ability to turn off one-on-one chats with AI characters altogether. However, parents won’t be able to turn off Meta’s AI assistant. Meta says the AI assistant will “will remain available to offer helpful information and educational opportunities, with default, age-appropriate protections in place to help keep teens safe.” Parents who don’t want to turn off chats with all AI characters will also be able to block specific characters.

Man accused of assaulting Essentia nurses has history of nurse assault

Joseph Minowanigogezhig Legarde DULUTH, Min. – The man accused of assaulting two nurses at Essentia’s St. Mary’s Emergency Department had previously been convicted of assaulting Emergency Department staff. The recent assault allegedly happened at approximately 3a.m on Thursday, October 16, 2025. Duluth Police tell FOX21 he is accused of assaulting two female nurses. In November of 2017, Legarde was arrested…

New information on assault in Essentia Emergency Department

Joseph Minowanigogezhig Legarde DULUTH, Min. – Joseph Minowanigogezhig Legarde has officially been charged with two counts of assault from his alleged action in the Essentia St. Mary’s Emergency Department.  It happened on October 16, 2025. According to charging documents Legarde was in a emergency room and activated his call light. When a nurse responded to the call light, Legarde allegedly…

Large Turnout for MN State Fire Chiefs Association Conference

DULUTH, Minn.– The DECC is seeing quite a large turnout for its annual Minnesota State Fire Chiefs Association Conference. Over 540 fire chiefs from around the state are gathering to network and develop connections and strategies. It’s also an opportunity for the attendees to learn about new technology, leadership skills, and resiliency. With the conference, it gets all of the…

St. Louis County Launches Shutdown Update Webpage

DULUTH, Minn. — St. Louis County has launched a website where you can track the impacts of the federal shutdown. The page also highlights resources for help. Currently, the page is updating for Snap, The Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP), and WIC. Those programs help families and individuals access healthy food and other resources. For Snap and MFIP, funding for…

Essentia Health Mammogram Trucks Seeing Trend of Success

CLOQUET, Minn.– October is known as breast cancer awareness month. And Essentia Health has been bringing opportunities for testing in rural communities. For the past three years, Essentia health has introduced a fleet of trucks traveling to rural and tribal areas. It began with three locations, but now they have over twenty stops. Thursday alone, Cloquet’s stop was booked up…

Regional banks’ bad loans spark concerns on Wall Street

Wall Street is concerned about the health of the nation’s regional banks, after a few of them wrote off bad loans to commercial customers in the last two weeks. Zions Bank, Western Alliance Bank, and Jefferies disclosed bad investments, causing their stocks to fall sharply this week. On Tuesday, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warned that more problems might arise. The KBW Bank Index, which tracks banks, is down 7% this month. Data from the Federal Reserve shows banks have tapped into overnight facilities for cash, a move not seen since the COVID-19 pandemic.

With no takers yet, White House sets meeting with colleges still weighing Trump’s ‘compact’

The five remaining universities that have not announced a decision on President Donald Trump’s higher-education compact have been asked to join a White House call Friday to discuss the proposed deal, according to two people familiar with the matter. The people spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss details of the private call. It follows a flurry of rejections from four of the nine universities invited to be “initial signatories” of the agreement. The White House asked university leaders to provide initial feedback by Oct. 20, yet as the deadline approaches, none have signed on to the document.

UK police face pressure to reverse ban on Israeli soccer fans at Birmingham match

British officials are working to overturn a decision preventing Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from attending a Europa League soccer game at Aston Villa. The ban, due to security concerns, has drawn criticism from politicians, sports organizations, and Jewish groups. A spokesperson for Prime Minister Keir Starmer says he is angered by the decision and the government is working to overturn it. UEFA urged British authorities to ensure the Israeli team’s fans can attend. West Midlands Police deemed the Nov. 6 match high risk, citing past violence and hate crimes that took place when Maccabi Tel Aviv played at Ajax in Amsterdam last year.

New District Court Judge named for Duluth

Nathan Lacoursiere DULUTH, Min. – Governor Tim Walz has announced the appointment of Nathan LaCoursiere as District Court Judge in Minnesota’s Sixth Judicial District. LaCoursiere will replace the Honorable Eric L. Hylden and will be chambered in Duluth in St. Louis County. In making the announcement Gov. Walz said, “Nathan LaCoursiere will be a remarkable judge… What makes him so…