Business and Economic News

New Jersey says chemical maker 3M agrees to ‘forever chemical’ settlement worth up to $450M
New Jersey’s attorney general says chemical manufacturer 3M has agreed to pay up $450 million to resolve lawsuits over natural resource contamination stemming from PFAS — commonly referred to as “forever chemicals.”
As data center concerns heat up, Rochester company develops solutions to keep them cool
The power demands of data centers for cooling have raised concerns about whether utilities and the electric grid will be able to keep up. LiquidCool offers a different solution: covering computer components with fluid, then circulating it to remove heat.
Minnesota lawmakers look to change 2023 law that restricts keys containing lead
A bipartisan group of lawmakers say the law needs to change so retailers and manufacturers aren’t shut out of the key making business in Minnesota. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency supports a timely transition.
A new chapter for MPR host Tom Crann: From news to classical music
Tom Crann has been a familiar voice on MPR News for years. Now, he’s turning the dial to a new frequency. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with him about his journalism career and why he’s making the move to MPR’s classical service.  
UnitedHealth Group CEO steps down; suspends 2025 outlook on higher-than-expected medical costs
UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty is stepping down from his post for personal reasons and the healthcare giant says it’s suspending its full-year forecast due to higher-than-expected medical costs.