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State regulators’ handling of a PolyMet permit is under scrutiny — here’s why it matters

State regulators’ handling of a PolyMet permit is under scrutiny — here’s why it matters

Minnesota awarded the PolyMet mining company the permits it needs to begin construction on what would become the state’s first copper-nickel mine. Since then, the project has been mired in court battles, over the permits themselves, and how the state issued them. Tuesday begins another chapter.
by Dan Kraker

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Amtrak to drop $25,000 ticket price for 2 wheelchair users after complaints

Amtrak to drop $25,000 ticket price for 2 wheelchair users after complaints

NPR reported on Friday that the ticket for a two-hour ride between Chicago and Bloomington-Normal, Ill., stations usually costs $16. Amtrak had based the higher price on adjustments to train cars.
by Joseph Shapiro

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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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