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Duluth’s beloved Park Point a neighborhood in flux long before Cargill outcry

Duluth’s beloved Park Point a neighborhood in flux long before Cargill outcry

Behind the recent uproar over billionaire Kathy Cargill’s plans on Duluth’s Park Point, the neighborhood has been undergoing major change for years, with more second homes and vacation rentals, and soaring property taxes.
by Dan Kraker

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Health department says 22 Minnesota water systems have PFAS above new federal limits

Health department says 22 Minnesota water systems have PFAS above new federal limits

For the first time, the Environmental Protection Agency has set enforceable drinking water standards for six PFAS. Water systems will be required to monitor for the chemicals and remove them if they're above the allowable levels.
by Kirsti Marohn, Cathy Wurzer and CJ Younger

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Online dietitians backed by General Mills, big food companies using ‘anti-diet’ language to promote junk food

Online dietitians backed by General Mills, big food companies using ‘anti-diet’ language to promote junk food

A slew of social media influencers are encouraging users to enjoy sugary foods guilt free. However, a recent investigation found that major food companies are capitalizing on the “anti-diet” campaign by paying online dietitians to get people to consume more of their highly processed foods. 
by Emily Reese, Josh Cobb and Ngoc Bui

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Minnesota lawmakers debate tighter rules for tech companies over content that could harm kids

Minnesota lawmakers debate tighter rules for tech companies over content that could harm kids

Across the country, states are scrambling to shield young social media users from harmful content. Minnesota lawmakers are debating steps to address mental health and harassment concerns amid threats they could invite lawsuits.
by Dana Ferguson

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Why beating inflation is turning out to be as hard as losing weight

Why beating inflation is turning out to be as hard as losing weight

Annual inflation proved to be hotter than expected last month, staying stubbornly above 3 percent. It continues to move in the wrong direction in recent months. Pushing it lower is proving to be hard.
by Rafael Nam

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Uber, Lyft in Minneapolis: City Council proposes extension to rideshare ordinance implementation

Uber, Lyft in Minneapolis: City Council proposes extension to rideshare ordinance implementation

Some Minneapolis City Council members are proposing an extension on the city’s controversial rideshare ordinance in an effort to better prepare for changes to the industry.
by Jon Collins, Estelle Timar-Wilcox and Anna Haecherl

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Xcel Energy hopes charging more for electricity during peak hours will encourage customers to shift energy use

Xcel Energy hopes charging more for electricity during peak hours will encourage customers to shift energy use

Utilities are turning to so-called “time-of-use” rates to encourage customers to shift some of their energy use away from periods of high demand, when producing and delivering energy is more expensive and often, more polluting.
by Kirsti Marohn

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