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Corporation for Public Broadcasting votes itself out of existence

Corporation for Public Broadcasting votes itself out of existence

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting's directors voted the organization out of business Monday. The private agency, which has distributed federal funding to PBS, NPR and hundreds of local television and radio stations across the country for more than a half-century, saw its appropriations from Congress eliminated this past summer.
by The Associated Press

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As 2026 begins, Minnesotans offer mixed takes on the economy

As 2026 begins, Minnesotans offer mixed takes on the economy

Minnesotans’ economic pictures are a mixed bag at the start of the year, with some experiencing rising costs and shrinking savings, while others are enjoying a strong stock market.
by Tadeo Ruiz Sandoval

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Hermantown celebrates opening of $25M new hockey arena

Hermantown celebrates opening of $25M new hockey arena

The new facility was built with state bonding money, proceeds from a local sales tax increase and more than $6 million in donations and sponsorships, including a naming rights deal with a local car dealership.
by Dan Kraker

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Minnesota’s manufacturing sector slumped in 2025

Minnesota’s manufacturing sector slumped in 2025

A plurality of manufacturing managers surveyed showed resistance against tariff increases, which hurt smaller companies most. 
by Tadeo Ruiz Sandoval

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With few Epstein files released, conspiracy theories flourish and questions remain

With few Epstein files released, conspiracy theories flourish and questions remain

President Trump’s changing messaging, Congress’ unprecedented demands and the Justice Department’s piecemeal release of information haven’t quieted the questions. Here’s what we know — and don’t.
by Stephen Fowler

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Minnesota grocery distributor recalls hundreds of products

Minnesota grocery distributor recalls hundreds of products

A Minnesota grocery distributor has recalled hundreds of products sent to dozens of stores in the state, after unsanitary conditions were found in the company’s facility in Minneapolis.
by MPR News Staff

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Health subsidies expire, launching millions of Americans into 2026 with steep insurance hikes

Health subsidies expire, launching millions of Americans into 2026 with steep insurance hikes

Enhanced tax credits that have helped reduce the cost of health insurance for the vast majority of Affordable Care Act enrollees expired overnight, cementing higher health costs for millions of Americans at the start of the new year.
by The Associated Press

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