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Minnesota Supreme Court: School may be liable for hiring staffer who sexually assaulted student

Minnesota Supreme Court: School may be liable for hiring staffer who sexually assaulted student

Reversing lower court rulings, the justices on Wednesday said a Minnesota charter school can be held liable for its hiring practices when failing to protect students from sexual assault by a staff member.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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‘Our voices weren’t listened to’: Republicans now atop Minnesota House aim to redo DFL-passed laws

‘Our voices weren’t listened to’: Republicans now atop Minnesota House aim to redo DFL-passed laws

At the helm in the Minnesota House, Republicans are re-airing their grievances with policies passed under full DFL control, though it's unclear that their proposed changes can make it out of the House.
by Dana Ferguson

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Out to Lunch: Speaker Demuth doesn’t want to be defined by one part of her identity

Out to Lunch: Speaker Demuth doesn’t want to be defined by one part of her identity

Earlier this month, Republican Rep. Lisa Demuth became the first Black person and female Republican to hold the role in the Minnesota House of Representatives. Minnesota Now sat down with her in a new series called, “Out to Lunch.”
by Nina Moini and Ellie Roth

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Dry and getting drier: What a lack of snowpack means for spring drought trends

Dry and getting drier: What a lack of snowpack means for spring drought trends

Minnesota’s snowpack is far below average, increasing the risk of drought this spring. Experts warn that dry conditions could impact agriculture, fire danger, and waterfowl migration.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Minneapolis unveils draft plan for former Kmart site

Minneapolis unveils draft plan for former Kmart site

Minneapolis city officials unveiled a draft framework Tuesday, which includes a mix of residential and commercial development as well as a public park.
by MPR News Staff

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Trump administration sets the stage for large-scale federal worker layoffs in new memo

Trump administration sets the stage for large-scale federal worker layoffs in new memo

President Donald Trump's administration says federal agencies should begin planning to eliminate employee positions. The process is known as a reduction in force. Agency leaders must submit their plans by March 13.
by The Associated Press

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Wild center Joel Eriksson Ek out at least ‘a few weeks’ with lower-body injury

Wild center Joel Eriksson Ek out at least ‘a few weeks’ with lower-body injury

Minnesota Wild first-line center Joel Eriksson Ek has been placed on injured reserve on with a lower-body injury. The team announced his status as week-to-week. Eriksson Ek felt discomfort following practice.
by The Associated Press

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