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CNN’s Jason Carroll talks to multiple Minnesota voters who share their feelings about their governor and Kamala Harris’ running mate for the 2024 presidential election, Tim Walz.

Hear what some Minnesota voters think about Walz

Axios

Tim Walz's family became emotional at the DNC as he spoke of his and Minnesota first lady Gwen Walz's fertility journey during his acceptance speech for the Democratic Party's vice presidential nomination on Wednesday. The big picture: "It took Gwen and I years" to conceive, Walz said. "But we had...

"That's my dad!" Tim Walz's emotional DNC speech moves his kids to tears

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CHICAGO (Reuters) - Minnesota Governor Tim Walz's 17-year-old son leaped to his feet in tears and clapped as his father formally accepted the Democratic party's nomination for vice president on Wednesday, in an emotional moment that instantly won over social media.

'That's my dad': Walz's tearful son stars in Democratic convention speech

The NPR Network will be reporting live from Chicago throughout the week bringing you the latest on the Democratic National Convention. Sen. Amy Klobuchar and vice presidential hopeful Tim Walz have been close friends for a long time. But just how close are the two Minnesotans?. “My mother-in-law brought them...

Tonight at the DNC, Sen. Amy Klobuchar will tout the bona fides of Minnesota bestie Tim Walz

Chicago, IL

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From her time as a teacher to her family life to her advocacy areas, here's what to know about Gwen Walz.

Who Is Gwen Walz, Tim Walz’s Wife?

Los Angeles County, CA

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Herbie J Pilato

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

Former President Barack Obama joked about Tim Walz’s flannel shirts during his speech at the Democratic National Convention, which drew a laugh from Gwen Walz.

Obama jokes about Tim Walz’s shirts. See his wife’s reaction

Alabama State

There's as much as a nearly 10-year difference in life expectancy between U.S. states, a new report finds. By the numbers: Hawaii (79.9 years), Massachusetts (79.6) and Connecticut (79.2) have the longest life expectancy at birth as of 2021, per a new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention analysis. Mississippi...

How long you might live based on where you're born, mapped

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Virginia State

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

Tennessee State

Lebanon, TN

You have four more days to enjoy the Wilson County-Tennessee State Fair, which closes Saturday. State of play: Hundreds of thousands of people have already visited the fair in Lebanon this year. Organizers say it takes more than one day to experience the full array of activities. 🐮 Animals: The...

Tennessee State Fair open through Saturday

Nearly everyone in the U.S. who's ever signed up for a cellphone, streaming service or account on a website, has signed away their right to take a company to court for wrongdoing. Why it matters: Most of us never get confronted with that reality, but this week the issue rose...

Most Americans have signed away their right to take a company to court

Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Meghan Markle's venture into the lifestyle space has not been met with universal acclaim, particularly from one well-known figure: Martha Stewart. Earlier this year, in March, Meghan unveiled her new lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard. The brand immediately drew comparisons to other celebrity wellness empires, particularly that of culinary icon Martha Stewart. However, these comparisons have reportedly struck a nerve with Stewart, who finds them both "irritating and insulting."

Meghan Markle 'Insulted' Martha Stewart as She 'Won't Hesitate to Take Her Down

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz was met with cheers during his acceptance speech for the Democratic Party's vice presidential nomination on Wednesday and thanked those gathered for "bringing the joy" to the 2024 election. The big picture: Walz shared his family's fertility journey as he spoke of protecting "reproductive freedom because,...

Read: Tim Walz's full speech at the 2024 DNC

Maryland State

Columbus, NC

This local eatery deserves a chef's kiss for embracing the "KISS" principle: "keep it simple, stupid." Frying the news: Just Chicken debuted at the East Market in 2022 with an uncomplicated menu featuring only dishes made with … well, you know. I visited its new stall in Little Grand...

Try our favorite chicken sandwich in Columbus

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Walz, a two-term Minnesota governor, is the sort of authoritative Midwestern voice that could be an effective messenger against Vance.

JD Vance has the most to lose if Kamala Harris taps Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate

New survey data shows an elevated share of workers are looking for jobs alongside rising expectations of unemployment in the months ahead. Why it matters: Economic data suggests the job market is softening. Consumers' expectations about the health of the labor market are following suit. By the numbers: The share...

More workers expect to lose their jobs in the coming months, survey finds

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Uncovering Florida

With hurricane season posing a consistent threat six months out of the year, who would not like a little help getting their home ready for the harsh weather to come? Senate Bill 7028: My Safe Florida Home Program, approved by Governor DeSantis on April 24, 2024, and effective as of July 1, appropriates a one-time total of $200 million from 2024 to 2025 for the purpose of funding hurricane mitigation grants and inspections, as well as outreach and administration costs, to support homeowners in Florida.

DeSantis Signs New Bill Giving $200 Million To Homeowners

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\"Not going back\": Walz formally accepts Democratic VP nomination

Tim Walz leaned into his rural roots as he accepted the Democratic Party's vice presidential nomination on Wednesday during the most high-profile political speech of his...

"Not going back": Walz formally accepts Democratic VP nomination

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