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Twin Cities Could Surpass Season’s Snowfall Total by Tuesday

TL/DR - Minnesota is set to experience two rounds of significant spring snow over the coming days, potentially bringing the season's snowfall total to half or more by Tuesday. The first weather system, bringing light snow, is expected Thursday evening and could result in 2-4 inches of snow across most of Minnesota. The second, longer-lasting…

2024 Election Outcome May Determine IRS’s Fate

TL/DR - Congress has sharply contrasting views on the Internal Revenue Service's (IRS) handling of an $80 billion investment, with Republicans accusing the agency of wasteful spending and Democrats praising its progress. IRS Commissioner Daniel Werfel testified that the investment, part of the Inflation Reduction Act, is crucial in efforts to…

Medicaid Prescription Costs Rise Despite Less Usage

TL/DR - Despite lower utilization of prescription medications, Medicaid spending on prescription drugs has increased significantly, according to a recent report by the Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF). The study, based on data from 2016 to 2022, found that although the number of prescriptions per Medicaid enrollee decreased, net spending on…