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Medicare billing snafu brings new financial woes to Minnesota rural hospitals

Medicare billing snafu brings new financial woes to Minnesota rural hospitals

An updated Medicare software system is holding up millions of dollars in payments to rural hospitals already struggling to pay the bills. Some hospital officials warn the holdup could shut them down in weeks if it’s not resolved soon.
by Erica Zurek

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Rural Minnesota populations are growing, for now

Rural Minnesota populations are growing, for now

A new report from The Center for Rural Policy and Development finds that while populations are growing in rural Minnesota because of migration, aging populations mean that new trend might not last very long.
by Harshawn Ratanpal

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As winters warm, Minnesotans grapple with climate grief

As winters warm, Minnesotans grapple with climate grief

Winters in Minnesota are warming faster than any other season. That’s jeopardizing seasonal traditions in the state — and mental health experts say that takes a toll on mental health.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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'I won!': Walker Art Center acquires artworks by Interact artist

'I won!': Walker Art Center acquires artworks by Interact artist

Victor Van, a prolific Interact artist known for his dense, pop-culture-infused handmade books, has achieved a major breakthrough with the Walker Art Center acquiring his work, marking an historic first for the organization.
by Alex V. Cipolle

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UCLA beats Oklahoma State, will face Minnesota Gophers in Sweet 16

UCLA beats Oklahoma State, will face Minnesota Gophers in Sweet 16

The top-seeded UCLA Bruins will face the fourth-seeded Minnesota Gophers Friday in the third round of the women's NCAA Tournament. Tipoff is at 6:30 p.m. Friday at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, Calif. The two teams last met on Jan. 14 and UCLA defeated Minnesota 76-58.
by MPR News Staff and The Associated Press

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The gamble with sports betting and prediction markets

From online sports betting to so-called prediction markets, it’s never been easier to gamble. MPR News host Catharine Richert and her guests talk about the problems with this new age of gambling and who it’s impacting the most.    
by Catharine Richert and Aron Woldeslassie

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Minnesota moose population holds steady despite warming winters, other threats

Minnesota moose population holds steady despite warming winters, other threats

The most recent population survey by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and tribal partners found there are an estimated 4,470 moose in the state, which continues a long stabilizing trend after the moose population crashed about 15 years ago.
by Dan Kraker

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Defendants in church protest suspect others may also be wrongfully charged

Defendants in church protest suspect others may also be wrongfully charged

After a case of mistaken identity led prosecutors to drop charges against one woman, defense attorneys are demanding the government immediately turn over evidence they suspect could clear others.
by Jon Collins

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