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Unusually warm December caused job market changes in Minnesota

Unusually warm December caused job market changes in Minnesota

State labor market analysts said local governments posted job losses for positions such as snowplow drivers and de-icers, while the construction sector posted job gains.
by Dana Ferguson

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When it comes to climate warming, cow burps are no joke

When it comes to climate warming, cow burps are no joke

Animal agriculture is the largest source of the climate-warming gas methane in Minnesota. Researchers are looking for ways to reduce methane at the source — a cow’s stomach. The science is promising, but a quick solution is unlikely.
by Dan Gunderson

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Minnesota company illegally fired woman because she was pregnant

Minnesota company illegally fired woman because she was pregnant

A Minnesota company violated a woman’s civil rights when it fired her because she was pregnant. The Minnesota Human Rights Department called the action “blatant pregnancy discrimination.”
by Dan Gunderson

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Overdraft fees could drop to as low as $3 under new Biden proposal

Overdraft fees could drop to as low as $3 under new Biden proposal

The cost to overdraw a bank account could drop to as little as $3 under a proposal announced by the White House, the latest effort by the Biden administration to combat fees it says pose an unnecessary burden on American consumers, particularly those living paycheck to paycheck.
by The Associated Press

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Amid scrutiny, Boeing promises more quality checks. But is it enough?

Amid scrutiny, Boeing promises more quality checks. But is it enough?

The aircraft maker is under renewed pressure to strengthen quality management across its production lines. But critics say a fundamental cultural shift is needed.
by Vanessa Romo

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Ahead of legislative session, Walz pitches $982 million in public construction projects

Ahead of legislative session, Walz pitches $982 million in public construction projects

The rollout sets the table for months of debate at the Capitol over a capital investment bill. Lawmakers said high inflation and tight budget forecasts led them to propose a slimmer proposal.
by Dana Ferguson

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War in Gaza is testing Israel's economy. A 2nd front against Hezbollah could break it

War in Gaza is testing Israel's economy. A 2nd front against Hezbollah could break it

Israel's military has closed towns and workplaces near the Lebanon border and 60,000 residents have fled, freezing the regional economy. But a full-blown war with Hezbollah could affect all of Israel.
by Becky Sullivan

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