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Business and Economic News

Vital Signs: A higher price for cigarettes and a poem for doctors

Vital Signs: A higher price for cigarettes and a poem for doctors

Dr. Jon Hallberg joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to talk about Minneapolis’ new ordinance raising the minimum price for cigarettes and to share a poem that illustrates the role of art in medicine.
by Cathy Wurzer and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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Student journalists from two Twin Cities universities share the latest on divestment protests

Student journalists from two Twin Cities universities share the latest on divestment protests

Student journalists from Hamline University in St. Paul and the University of Minnesota Twin Cities talked with MPR News host Emily Bright about the protests on their campuses.
by Emily Bright and Ellen Finn

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Why are so many parents financially supporting their adult children?

Why are so many parents financially supporting their adult children?

With the rising cost of living, more parents are providing financial support for their adult children. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Washington Post personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary about how to walk the fine line between helping and hindering young adults toward a solid financial future.   
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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DNA tests help monitor for honeybee disease

DNA tests help monitor for honeybee disease

A DNA testing and research center in Fargo is expanding DNA testing for pathogens in honey bees. The genetic testing can provide early detection, and help monitor the prevalence of disease in bees.
by Dan Gunderson

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DNR sets limit on diverting water from central Minnesota trout stream

DNR sets limit on diverting water from central Minnesota trout stream

It’s the first time the DNR has used the new regulatory tool, which the Legislature authorized in 2023. The move marks a significant development in how the DNR addresses increased groundwater use and potential depletion in parts of Minnesota.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Net neutrality is back: U.S. promises fast, safe and reliable internet for all

Net neutrality is back: U.S. promises fast, safe and reliable internet for all

The U.S. will reinstate Obama-era regulations for internet service providers that promise fast, reliable and fair internet speeds for all consumers. What happened when those rules were taken away?
by Emma Bowman

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