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July 14, 2025 8:27 AM

A lawsuit against Tesla and its driver-assistance technology goes to trial in Florida

The case, which stems from a deadly crash in 2019, raises broader questions about the safety of Tesla’s driver-assistance systems, and whether the company has exaggerated their capabilities.

by Joel Rose

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July 14, 2025 5:34 AM

Flood risk is widespread in the U.S. Few people have insurance for it

Climate change is increasing the risk of dangerous floods. But people often balk at the cost of flood insurance, especially since many doubt they need protection.

by Michael Copley

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July 13, 2025 9:00 AM

Brewery brings the thrill of the elementary school book fair to the state fairgrounds

Inbound BrewCo hosted a book fair for adults at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds Saturday, where readers could enjoy a beer while browsing books and connecting with local authors.

by Juan Del Valle

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July 13, 2025 7:00 AM

Largest grain terminal in the Duluth-Superior port set to close

The CHS grain terminal in Superior, Wis., with 500 silos, the largest terminal in the port of Duluth-Superior, will permanently close at the end of August and 25 employees will be laid off.

by Dan Kraker

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July 13, 2025 5:00 AM

'Panicking': Why recent college grads are struggling to find jobs

Recent college graduates are facing one of the most challenging job markets in years — with the exception of the pandemic period — even as the overall unemployment rate remains low.

by Scott Horsley

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July 12, 2025 7:00 AM

University of Minnesota grows non-native plants for immigrants to have a taste of home

Immigrants living in the United States inevitably miss a piece of home that can’t be found abroad. A new program at the University of Minnesota is working to change that.

by Regina Medina

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July 11, 2025 4:00 AM

What Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act means for taxes on Social Security

Many Americans received an email from the Social Security Administration applauding the megabill's passage. Experts say it was misleading.

by Laurel Wamsley

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July 10, 2025 4:55 PM

Union calls for independent review of workplace culture at HCMC

Union members are calling for an independent investigation into what they say is a discriminatory work culture at Hennepin County Medical Center.

by Erica Zurek

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July 10, 2025 1:05 PM

Snap, crackle, sale: Nutella maker Ferrero plans to buy WK Kellogg for $3 billion

Italian confectioner Ferrero, known for brands like Nutella and Kinder, is buying the century-old U.S. cereal company WK Kellogg in a deal valued at approximately $3.1 billion.

by The Associated Press

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July 10, 2025 6:00 AM

‘A bright light’: Nancy Cassutt Ison worked in journalism for more than 40 years

Nancy Cassutt Ison, 64, who worked more than four decades as a journalist and media executive died last month at her home in Hudson, Wis. A visitation and funeral are scheduled for Thursday.

by Jon Collins

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Business and Economic News

A lawsuit against Tesla and its driver-assistance technology goes to trial in Florida

Flood risk is widespread in the U.S. Few people have insurance for it

Brewery brings the thrill of the elementary school book fair to the state fairgrounds

Largest grain terminal in the Duluth-Superior port set to close

'Panicking': Why recent college grads are struggling to find jobs

University of Minnesota grows non-native plants for immigrants to have a taste of home

What Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act means for taxes on Social Security

Union calls for independent review of workplace culture at HCMC

Snap, crackle, sale: Nutella maker Ferrero plans to buy WK Kellogg for $3 billion

‘A bright light’: Nancy Cassutt Ison worked in journalism for more than 40 years

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