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Loss of subsidies fuels Wisconsin health insurance hike

Wisconsin announced the 36 percent premium increase for the average plan on Thursday, fueled by the loss in subsidies that help cover deductibles and copayments for low-income consumers.
by Associated Press

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Equifax takes down webpage after report of new cybersecurity 'situation'

Equifax takes down webpage after report of new cybersecurity 'situation'

When people tried to visit a certain page on the company's website Thursday, they got an error message: "We're sorry ..." Equifax says it is looking into a report of fraudulent links on its site.
by Colin Dwyer

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Why are Minnesota pheasant numbers down? Ask Washington

Why are Minnesota pheasant numbers down? Ask Washington

With hunting season set to open Saturday, there are efforts underway to increase pheasant numbers. But a lot depends on what happens in Congress.
by Mark Steil

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Target joins other retailers in offering voice shopping

Target joins other retailers in offering voice shopping

Target is jumping into voice-activated shopping as it deepens its relationship with Google, offering thousands of items found in the store except for perishables like fruit and milk.
by The Associated Press

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Enbridge argues Line 3 oil pipeline needed for Minnesota, region

Enbridge argues Line 3 oil pipeline needed for Minnesota, region

Enbridge called the state's previous analysis "flawed" and said its proposed Line 3 pipeline project is needed to ensure the future energy supply of Minnesota and the Midwest.
by Dan Kraker

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Expectations of tax shakeup low as first vote nears

During a panel discussion Wednesday in Minnesota, state and national tax policy experts assigned long odds to sweeping tax changes.
by Brian Bakst

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A year after strike, Allina nurses seek mediation for new contract

A year after a contract settlement brought an end to a nurses strike at 5 Allina hospitals in the Twin Cities, the union is unhappy and seeking mediation.
by Mark Zdechlik

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