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Gasoline prices are surging. Can Biden actually do something about it?

Gasoline prices are surging. Can Biden actually do something about it?

Presidents don't set the gas price you pay at the pump, but they're often blamed for it. Rising energy costs, including gasoline as well as natural gas and coal, are a major driver of high inflation.
by Camila Domonoske

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This Colorado 'solar garden' is literally a farm under solar panels

This Colorado 'solar garden' is literally a farm under solar panels

The newly passed federal infrastructure bill could lead to a boom in solar production requiring a lot more land, including farmland. But research is showing solar panels might actually help some crops grow.
by Kirk Siegler

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Inflation is surging and people are hopping mad

Inflation is surging and people are hopping mad

Inflation is the highest it's been in more than 30 years, imposing a financial burden on households and putting President Biden under pressure.
by Scott Horsley

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For 2nd straight month, Americans quit jobs at a record pace

For 2nd straight month, Americans quit jobs at a record pace

Americans quit their jobs at a record pace for the second straight month in September, while businesses and other employers continued to post a near-record number of available jobs. 
by The Associated Press

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Black-owned media outlets pressure large companies to fulfill commitments

Black-owned media outlets pressure large companies to fulfill commitments

After the murder of George Floyd, some big corporations — like Target, General Mills, Nestle and DoorDash — made pledges to invest in Black-owned media companies. Now those corporations are under pressure to make good on the promise. Black media makers like Sheletta Brundidge are concerned the promises won’t materialize.
by Cathy Wurzer and Ariana Rosas

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Why heating costs are expected to spike this winter — and how you can prepare

Why heating costs are expected to spike this winter — and how you can prepare

The federal Energy Information Administration says heating costs could go up as much as 30 to 50 percent this winter. MPR News reporter Kirsti Marohn joined host Cathy Wurzer to talk about what's causing the spike — and how Minnesotans can prepare.
by Cathy Wurzer and Melissa Townsend

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Unemployment is unavailable to many who lose jobs over vaccination rules

Unemployment is unavailable to many who lose jobs over vaccination rules

Companies are now following through on COVID-19 vaccine requirements, and people across the country are being fired from their jobs after rejecting the jab. In many states, jobless benefits are off-limits for people who refuse to get vaccinated as a requirement for continued employment.

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The race is on to save Christmas as retailers fight the supply chain crunch

The race is on to save Christmas as retailers fight the supply chain crunch

Retailers are racing to get merchandise onto store shelves in time for the busy holiday shopping season. But with ports and warehouses overflowing, many orders are tied up in traffic.
by Scott Horsley

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Bemidji touts quality of life — and a little cash — to recruit new residents

Bemidji touts quality of life — and a little cash — to recruit new residents

Bemidji is offering people $2,500 to relocate to the North Woods and bring their remote job with them. So far, more than 20 telecommuters have taken the city up on it, from the Twin Cities to as far away as Oregon and Arizona.
by Dan Kraker

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