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After walking picket lines, shaping legislation, Abdirahman Muse takes Biden administration post

After walking picket lines, shaping legislation, Abdirahman Muse takes Biden administration post

The longtime advocate for East African workers joined the U.S. Department of Labor last month as a senior adviser in the Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs. Abdi, 43, was appointed to the position by the Biden administration. 

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Olympic trials vault Minneapolis to record hotel revenue

Olympic trials vault Minneapolis to record hotel revenue

Meet Minneapolis, the city’s tourism and hospitality organization, says the city set a new record for hotel room revenue in a month, raking in more than $42.3 million in June. They estimate that it brought in around $2.75 million in incremental taxes for the city.
by Peter Cox

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Marathon Oil reaches $241 million settlement with EPA for environmental violations in North Dakota

Marathon Oil reaches $241 million settlement with EPA for environmental violations in North Dakota

The federal government announced a $241.5 million settlement with Marathon Oil on Thursday for alleged air quality violations at the company’s oil and gas operations in the Forth Berthold Indian Reservation in North Dakota.
by The Associated Press

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Minneapolis park workers extend strike indefinitely

Minneapolis park workers extend strike indefinitely

Minneapolis park workers have been on the picket line for more than a week. Thursday was supposed to be the end of the week-long strike, but it was extended — and there’s no end in sight.
by Cari Spencer

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After losing legs in shredder, Minnesota man sets a path forward

After losing legs in shredder, Minnesota man sets a path forward

Jeff McLean was lucky to be alive after falling into an industrial paper shredder at work last April, but it cost him his lower legs. He and his family face a future of change and challenges. It’s a journey they want others to understand.
by Regina Medina

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BMW recalling more than 390,000 vehicles due to airbag inflator issue

BMW recalling more than 390,000 vehicles due to airbag inflator issue

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said the recall includes certain 3 Series Sedans and 3 Series Sportswagons. BMW dealers will inspect and replace air bag modules as needed for free.
by The Associated Press

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Interim president hopes to help St. Cloud State University find path forward

Interim president hopes to help St. Cloud State University find path forward

Larry Dietz, former president of Illinois State University, will lead SCSU for the next two years amid budget challenges. He hopes to help stabilize enrollment and draw students back to a more vibrant campus.
by Kirsti Marohn

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