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Harris interview on Fox gets testy — but also gives her a do-over

Harris interview on Fox gets testy — but also gives her a do-over

The interview was the vice president's first formal sit-down with Fox. She faced questions on immigration, and was given a chance to answer again what she would do differently from President Biden.
by Tamara Keith

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Ag leaders voice concerns over negative impacts of tariffs proposed in presidential election

Ag leaders voice concerns over negative impacts of tariffs proposed in presidential election

Midwestern agricultural leaders say they are concerned new tariffs being suggested by former President Donald Trump as part of his reelection bid could result in a damaging trade war. They say it could cost the corn and soybeans billions of dollars.
by Hannah Yang

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PUC orders Xcel Energy to refund customers for 2011 Sherco outage costs

PUC orders Xcel Energy to refund customers for 2011 Sherco outage costs

A major mechanical failure at the Sherco coal-fired power plant caused a fire and extensive damage in 2011. An administrative law judge recently found that Xcel’s failure to prudently operate and maintain Unit 3 contributed to the accident.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Judge warns ex-Feeding Our Future boss to follow release rules

Judge warns ex-Feeding Our Future boss to follow release rules

The lead defendant in the Feeding Our Future case was back in court Wednesday to answer allegations that she violated her pretrial release conditions. On Oct. 1, a probation officer spotted an unauthorized $186,000 federal student loan on Bock’s credit report. A prosecutor called it a “technical violation” and did not request detention.
by Matt Sepic

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Moriarty seeks inmate's release in first use of Minnesota sentencing adjustment law

Moriarty seeks inmate's release in first use of Minnesota sentencing adjustment law

The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office is petitioning for the release of Jerome Nunn, who was sentenced to life in prison for murder in 1996. It’s the first use of a new state law allowing prosecutors to petition for sentence reviews aimed at shortening sentences for good behavior and readiness to return to society.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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The 3rd Precinct keeps showing up in the GOP playbook. Minneapolis wants to turn the page

The 3rd Precinct keeps showing up in the GOP playbook. Minneapolis wants to turn the page

Speaking outside the former 3rd Precinct in Minneapolis this week, Republican vice presidential candidate JD Vance criticized Gov. Tim Walz for his response to civil unrest in 2020, painting a picture of a burned-down city with rampant crime. He isn’t the first politician to do so this campaign season. Many nearby residents and business owners who have worked to rebuild hope he’s the last.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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