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In U.S. restaurants, bars and food trucks, 'modern slavery' persists

A new report highlights victims of human trafficking in the food industry, from farm workers to restaurant cooks and wait staff. Some victims are exploited for both sex and labor.
by Maria Godoy

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First episode off 'All Things Considered' headed to Library of Congress

First episode off 'All Things Considered' headed to Library of Congress

The NPR program's inaugural 1971 broadcast has been added to the National Recording Registry, alongside other "aural treasures" like Judy Garland's "Over the Rainbow."
by Colin Dwyer

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What Trump misses about energy jobs in America

What Trump misses about energy jobs in America

The president on Tuesday signed an executive order with the intention of helping bring back coal jobs. But clean energy jobs, like solar, have taken off, far outpacing coal.

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Pollinator protections facing obstacles at Capitol

Pollinator protections facing obstacles at Capitol

Republican lawmakers leading the fight against efforts to protect pollinators say they're protecting agriculture from harmful pesticide regulation.
by Dan Gunderson

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IQ2 debate: Is Universal Basic Income the safety net of the future?

IQ2 debate: Is Universal Basic Income the safety net of the future?

What if the government gave everyone a $600 check every month as a base level of income? Would it combat poverty and help workers in an ever-changing economy? Or would it take away the incentive to work?
by MPR News Staff

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Audit: Rochester Art Center in deep financial trouble

Audit: Rochester Art Center in deep financial trouble

Rochester heavily subsidizes the art center, but city officials were surprised to hear that auditors recently cast "substantial doubt" about the center's ability to survive. Contributions, corporate sponsorships and memberships are all in decline.
by Catharine Richert

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Economics, not EPA, drive down power plant emissions in Minnesota

Economics, not EPA, drive down power plant emissions in Minnesota

President Trump's executive order rolling back federal regulations on coal-fired power plants won't have much effect on plants here, but will the action slow global progress on climate change?
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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Wells Fargo to pay $110 million to settle fake account suit

Wells Fargo to pay $110 million to settle fake account suit

Wells Fargo will pay $110 million to settle a class-action lawsuit over up to 2 million accounts its employees opened for customers without getting their permission, the bank announced Tuesday.
by Associated Press

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2016 a mixed financial bag for Minnesota farmers, ranchers

Minnesota farm income rose by about a third last year but many producers are still struggling with low grain and livestock prices, according to a new report.
by Mark Steil

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U.S. breweries top 5,300 as craft beer makers ride double-digit gains

U.S. breweries top 5,300 as craft beer makers ride double-digit gains

Just five years ago, there were only around 2,000 U.S. craft brewers. More than 800 opened for business in 2016 -- and they're finding a changing market.

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