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September 19, 2015 8:57 AM

The forgotten Filipinos who led farmworker revolution

While the United Farm Workers and Cesar Chavez are widely known for leading a strike of grape pickers, there's a part of that movement's history that's rarely told.

by Lisa Morehouse

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September 18, 2015 12:58 PM

Volkswagen used 'defeat device' to skirt emissions rules, EPA says

The agency says some 480,000 diesel-powered Volkswagens have sophisticated software that detects emissions testing -- and "turns full emissions controls on only during the test."

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September 18, 2015 12:37 PM

St. Paul picks Macy's site developer; Wild practice rink planned

Excelsior-based Oppidan Investment Co. has been chosen to redevelop the downtown building. The plan is expected to include a Minnesota Wild practice facility.

by Curtis Gilbert and Riham Feshir

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September 17, 2015 2:31 PM

Feds: North Memorial pulled nurse's job offer over religion issue

North Memorial Health Care violated federal law when it withdrew a job offer after the applicant sought a religious accommodation, the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission says in a lawsuit.

by Mark Zdechlik

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September 17, 2015 1:43 PM

Study shows blast of growth in northern Minnesota

A St. Cloud State University study offers a hopeful look at the state's business climate and suggests Minnesota is poised for another six months of growth.

by John Enger

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September 17, 2015 1:05 PM

Fed says economy is growing, but leaves rates unchanged

The Federal Reserve decided to leave interest rates unchanged at historically low levels. The Fed has kept the rate near zero since late 2008.

by Marilyn Geewax

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September 17, 2015 10:26 AM

Minnesota jobless rate holds at 4 percent; job growth lags U.S.

Minnesota employers added 7,300 jobs in August. The state's year-over-year job growth, however, remains significantly below the U.S. pace.

by Martin Moylan

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September 17, 2015 7:47 AM

Census: Wages flat as Minn. unemployment drops, racial disparities remain

Typical wages in Minnesota and across the country remain flat despite a low unemployment rate and economy that's largely recovered from the recession, according to new data released by the U.S. Census Bureau.

by Jon Collins and Doualy Xaykaothao

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September 17, 2015 7:18 AM

Target national sales meeting part pep rally, part introspection

CEO Brian Cornell got a warm reception from his troops. He said there have been a lot of tough decisions in the past year, notably Target's withdrawal from Canada and the dismissal of thousands of employees.

by Martin Moylan

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September 16, 2015 6:03 PM

Target, developing healthier habits, hands workers Fitbits

The discount-store chain will push granola bars and healthy grab-and-go snacks over candy at the checkout and hand out free basic activity trackers to its employees.

by The Associated Press

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