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Reading, writing, and agriculture: Minnesota teacher honored for efforts to educate students about farming

Reading, writing, and agriculture: Minnesota teacher honored for efforts to educate students about farming

“These are the people that are going to be leading our communities someday,” says kindergarten teacher Tiffany Kortbein. “I have that chance starting so young to teach these children, so that way they understand and they have the correct information. Food doesn't just come from the grocery store.”
by Emily Bright

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Best Buy says it is reviewing allegations made against CEO

Best Buy says it is reviewing allegations made against CEO

Best Buy says it is investigating CEO Corie Barry after receiving an anonymous letter making allegations against her. Best Buy declined to disclose the allegations but The Wall Street Journal reported it had seen the letter, which accused Barry of having an inappropriate romantic relationship with another executive.
by The Associated Press

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Why Iran's economy has not collapsed amid U.S. sanctions and 'maximum pressure'

Why Iran's economy has not collapsed amid U.S. sanctions and 'maximum pressure'

The Trump administration is applying what it calls a "maximum pressure" campaign on Iran. Although the economy has been hit hard, Iranians have managed to live under sanctions for four decades.
by Jackie Northam

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Rep. McCollum introduces bill to ban mining near the Boundary Waters

Rep. McCollum introduces bill to ban mining near the Boundary Waters

The proposal would mean an end to the Twin Metals Minnesota project, which would establish an underground copper-nickel mine near Ely. But President Trump has been a vocal supporter of new mining projects in northeastern Minnesota.
by Dan Kraker

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State settles lawsuit against Comcast

State settles lawsuit against Comcast

More than 30,000 Comcast customers will be eligible for refunds. Comcast will provide $1.14 million in refunds, along with an undisclosed amount of debt relief.
by Martin Moylan

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Trump to sign 'phase one' China trade deal, but most tariffs remain in place

Trump to sign 'phase one' China trade deal, but most tariffs remain in place

President Trump is set to sign a "phase one" trade deal with China Wednesday. The agreement relaxes some U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports. In exchange, China is expected to buy more from the U.S.
by Scott Horsley

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St. Louis County snowplow drivers set to strike on Wednesday

St. Louis County snowplow drivers set to strike on Wednesday

The county and about 160 members of the local Teamsters union have been at an impasse over wages, health care and sick leave. Union members voted overwhelmingly over the weekend to reject a final contract offer.
by MPR News Staff

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Senate GOP priorities include tax relief for farmers, social security recipients

Senate GOP priorities include tax relief for farmers, social security recipients

Tax cuts, prescription drug imports and a bonding bill heavy on road and bridge projects will be among the priorities Republicans in the Minnesota Senate will push for the 2020 session, leaders said Monday.
by Tim Pugmire

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St. Louis County has plan if snowplow drivers strike

St. Louis County has plan if snowplow drivers strike

Union snowplow drivers in St. Louis County could go on strike as early as 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, as some snow is expected in the region. County officials said they have a contingency plan to keep roads plowed, but they are hoping they don’t have to use it.
by The Associated Press

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