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Northwest Angle first isolated by geography, now by COVID-19

Northwest Angle first isolated by geography, now by COVID-19

Minnesota’s resort industry is reopening, and hoping for a good season. But in the state’s most isolated community, where tourism is the only industry, resorts are still empty.  
by John Enger

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New York Times editorial page editor steps down amid controversy

New York Times editorial page editor steps down amid controversy

The resignation of James Bennet comes after the publication last week of a column by Arkansas Republican Sen. Tom Cotton, who called for federal troops to quell violent protests.
by Scott Neuman

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Walz tours devastated Minneapolis businesses

Walz tours devastated Minneapolis businesses

Gov. Tim Walz said as Minnesota communities devastated by rioting rebuild, all efforts must be made to bring them back to life in their own image. Walz and several other DFL politicians toured some of the hardest-hit areas of Minneapolis Friday morning.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Holy Land grocery CEO faces boycotts after daughter’s past racist posts resurface

Holy Land grocery CEO faces boycotts after daughter’s past racist posts resurface

In an interview with Sahan Journal, Majdi Wadi said he will hire a consultant to train employees against bias and examine any issues of racism at Holy Land. “I am ready to conduct an investigation,” he said. “I’m ready for any consequences.”

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U.S. unemployment drops unexpectedly to 13.3% amid outbreak

U.S. unemployment drops unexpectedly to 13.3% amid outbreak

U.S. employers unexpectedly added jobs last month as the unemployment rate declined, signs that people are returning to work as states reopen their economies. President Trump celebrated the news.
by The Associated Press

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Pressure eases on farmers to destroy hogs as meatpacking operations restart

Pressure eases on farmers to destroy hogs as meatpacking operations restart

When COVID-19 infections forced pork companies to close processing plants, some farmers predicted that it would force them to euthanize millions of hogs. The actual number has been much lower.
by Dan Charles

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