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‘Peoples’ livelihoods are on the line’ due to tariffs, Thunder Bay business leader says
Thunder Bay, Ontario, sits about 40 miles north of the eastern Minnesota border, and businesses there are grappling with how to respond to the tariffs and brace for the economic fallout.
Is it too soon for seasonal allergies? We asked an expert
Dr. Niladri Aichbhaumik, from St. Paul Allergy and Asthma, told MPR News host Cathy Wurzer mold might be the culprit behind some people’s suspicious sniffles.
The blame game around Minnesota’s dimmer budget forecast
Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth, R-Cold Spring, joined Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer ahead of the budget forecast release to talk about how President Trump’s actions are affecting Minnesota and about state GOP plans to reduce fraud and waste.
Morning Announcements for March 6
These are the Morning Announcements for Thursday, March 6. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
Art Hounds: ‘Opera Underground,’ ‘Strange Paradises’ and an indie rock musical
Mankato residents collaborate on an exhibit of sculpture and painting. A rock musical in Minneapolis shows how to make the most of very little time left and an opera company creates venue mystery.
State officials forecast higher energy prices because of Trump tariffs
Minnesota is heavily reliant on Canada for imports of natural gas, crude oil and electricity, all of which may be subject to a 10 percent tariff.
U.S. Sen. Tina Smith responds to Trump address, looming government shutdown
The Minnesota Democrat dissented along with her caucus. She joined Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer on Wednesday to talk about the president’s speech promoting his administration’s accomplishments so far.
Morning Announcements for March 5
These are the Morning Announcements for Wednesday, March 5. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
Trump’s drive to boost domestic mining stokes long-running debate near BWCA
As President Donald Trump lifts “undue burdens” on U.S. mines, the shift in the federal posture could boost long-simmering projects in northern Minnesota. Meanwhile, efforts at the state level to slow mining face dim prospects.