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Why some federal workers aren't scared by the threat of shutdown layoffs
Some federal workers support the government shutdown, even as President Trump threatens to use this moment to lay off employees and cut funding to programs.
How much would a bailout package help Minnesota soybean producers?
The Trump administration is considering a massive bailout package for farmers hurt by its trade war, but farm subsidies may not provide lasting relief.
Norwegian Crown Prince Haakon visits Minnesota to highlight close ties
Crown Prince Haakon — heir to the throne of Norway — took part in a series of events in the Twin Cities on Tuesday. That included a stop at Norway House in Minneapolis and a meeting with Gov. Tim Walz at the State Capitol in St. Paul.
Meet some of the immigrant-owned businesses bringing global flavors to Richfield
Minnesota’s immigrant-owned businesses are central to the state’s economy. In Richfield — a suburb just south of Minneapolis — entrepreneurs from around the world are shaping the city’s food and shopping scene. 
Solar and wind power has grown faster than electricity demand this year, report says
Worldwide solar and wind power generation has outpaced electricity demand this year, and for the first time on record, renewable energies combined generated more power than coal, according to a new analysis.
Legal expert: Using Federal troops domestically isn't unprecedented, but it comes with risk
President Donald Trump has deployed troops to Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., and threatened other Democratically-led cities over what he calls "out-of-control” crime.
Minnesota Farm Bureau president speaks on soybean bailout, Trump tariffs and shutdown
Soybeans make up for a quarter of Minnesota’s exports, which equates to about $2 billion in annual sales — and China has yet to buy a single bean. Minnesota Farm Bureau President Dan Glessing joined Morning Edition Monday to talk about trade, tariffs and ripple effects of the government shutdown.
Wisconsin DOJ asks judge to pause voter citizenship verification order
The Wisconsin Department of Justice on Monday asked a judge to immediately put on hold his order that would require elections officials to verify the citizenship of all 3.6 million registered Wisconsin voters before the next statewide election in February.