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3M may be nearing deal to settle lawsuits over 'forever chemicals'

3M may be nearing deal to settle lawsuits over 'forever chemicals'

A federal judge has granted a motion to delay the start of a trial in which a Florida city is seeking damages from 3M over the use of firefighting foam containing PFAS — so-called “forever chemicals.” The two sides reportedly are close to reaching a settlement.
by Tim Nelson

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Minnesota food companies SunOpta and Seven Sundays team up to combat food waste

Minnesota food companies SunOpta and Seven Sundays team up to combat food waste

SunOpta, a U.S. based, global pioneer fueling the future of sustainable plant-based and fruit-based food and beverages is proud to announce a first-of-its-kind partnership with Seven Sundays, a planet-forward breakfast company known for serving up better breakfast items made with only real ingredients.
by The Associated Press

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Minnesota entrepreneur Houston White on creativity, style and his collaboration with Target

Minnesota entrepreneur Houston White on creativity, style and his collaboration with Target

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Minnesota entrepreneur Houston White about his story, his many projects and how he uses his creative work to create community.
by Angela Davis and Samantha Matsumoto

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Dozens of dangerous rail crossings will be eliminated with $570 million in grants

Dozens of dangerous rail crossings will be eliminated with $570 million in grants

The Biden administration is handing out more than $570 million in grants to help eliminate railroad crossings in 32 states just as the industry is increasingly relying on longer and longer trains to cut costs.
by The Associated Press and MPR News Staff

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At 86, oldest mortician in Minnesota says it still 'feels good to help'

At 86, oldest mortician in Minnesota says it still 'feels good to help'

A small, northwestern town is home to Minnesota’s oldest licensed mortician, Chuck DuBore. He stays active in the family business because of personal connections developed over a lifetime of burying people.
by Dan Gunderson

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Xcel Energy will ask state regulators to reconsider electric rate hike

Xcel Energy will ask state regulators to reconsider electric rate hike

Xcel says it will reevaluate its investments in the clean energy transition and is withdrawing a proposal to build a network of more than 700 electric vehicle charging stations.
by Kirsti Marohn

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