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States split on how far to cooperate with ICE as Minnesota shootings intensify scrutiny
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The deaths of Renée Macklin Good and Alex Pretti during federal immigration enforcement actions in Minnesota have sharpened a partisan divide over how states should respond to Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Democratic-led states are exploring new oversight and legal tools aimed at federal agents, while Republican-led states are moving to deepen cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
As rising temperatures due to climate change endanger student athletes, U.S. states are implementing varied heat safety policies for sports practices. Affluent schools offer advanced cooling facilities, while poorer districts struggle with basic compliance. Experts warn that funding gaps leave protections inconsistent across the country.
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Lawmakers in more than half of U.S. states have introduced bills to allow plug-and-play solar panels on balconies and similar spaces. These DIY systems aim to help renters and homeowners reduce electricity bills amid rising costs. Utah leads with a law passed in March 2025, while 27 states and Washington, D.C., are considering similar measures.