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In allowing Line 3 appeal, Walz wades into most contentious issue yet
Just a month into the job, Gov. Tim Walz waded into one of the state's most contentious battlegrounds Tuesday with the announcement that he will continue an appeal of an oil pipeline project his predecessor began last year.
Snow brings loads of work for clearing crews
For Minnesota's public works departments and private snow removal companies, this winter's record-breaking precipitation has meant brisk business, long hours and trying to figure out what to do with those piles of snow.
History Forum: The history of fake news in the U.S.
Professor Michelle Nickerson tells us about the centuries-long history of "fake news" in the United States.
National debt hits new milestone, topping $22 trillion
The Treasury Department's daily statement showed Tuesday that total outstanding public debt stands at $22.01 trillion. It stood at $19.95 trillion when President Trump took office on Jan. 20, 2017.
Walz's Commerce Dept. to renew Line 3 appeal
Last summer, state utility regulators approved the controversial $2.6 billion pipeline replacement project. Former Gov. Mark Dayton's administration appealed that decision. Walz announced Tuesday his administration will file its own challenge.
Sweden's cashless experiment: Is it too much too fast?
In Sweden, few people use cash anymore. Most people pay by card, online or with digital apps, and that trend is spurring a new debate on whether going cashless is fair for everyone.
Denver teachers strike over base pay
After more than a year of negotiations, the teachers union and the school district still can't agree on a base pay increase. The district's plan depends too much on incentive bonuses, the union says.
Facing a critical shortage of drivers, the trucking industry is changing
The trucking industry has faced a shortage of drivers for years, but the problem is compounded now with baby boomer retirements, increased freight demands and a high turnover rate.
'Blindsided': Developer of stalled project blames Mayo Clinic
The developer of a much-touted -- but now suspended -- hotel, retail and residential development on prime Rochester real estate blamed Mayo Clinic for launching a competing hotel that put the project at a "considerable competitive disadvantage."