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Minnesota Star TribuneFriday, 17 July 2026
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Outfitters, resort owners enlisted to evacuate paddlers
Civilian towboat operators rescue Boundary Waters visitors as intense wildfires spread near Ely.
Bob Timmons
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Panel ties global warming, weather
Report may back suits seeking damages for catastrophic events.
Raymond Zhong
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Wildfire smoke concentration levels in state are ‘unprecedented’
Tim Harlow
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Senators press UHC over pay denials
They’re seeking more information on AI, prior authorization rules.
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