March 21, 2024

Ecuadorians fleeing violence and economic distress seek a new start in Minnesota

This story comes to you from Sahan Journal through a partnership with MPR News. As Diego Guaman walked around Powderhorn Park last summer, what he saw moved him […]
March 21, 2024

With a federal menthol ban looming, tobacco companies push 'non-menthol' substitutes

The packaging on Kool brand's "non-menthol" cigarettes and its existing menthols are very similar. Anti-smoking activists argue this is a way to get around any […]
March 21, 2024

Rupert Murdoch and new 'Washington Post' CEO accused of cover-up in hacking scandal

Media mogul Rupert Murdoch (right) rides with Will Lewis, then the general manager of Murdoch's News International and now The Washington Post's CEO, in July […]
March 20, 2024

The victories and flaws of social equity licensure in the cannabis business

As part of its tweaks to the law that legalized recreational cannabis, the Minnesota Legislature is considering allowing so-called social equity applicants to get business […]
March 20, 2024

Minneapolis Uber, Lyft driver pay ordinance may face reconsideration vote next month

A Minneapolis City Council member is expected to introduce a notice that could lead to reconsideration of the city’s new rideshare driver ordinance when the […]
March 20, 2024

9 Splurge-Worthy Restaurants in the Twin Cities

Murray’s Steakhouse in downtown Minneapolis. | Murray’s Steakhouse Iconic steakhouses, pristine omakase, and tasting menu destinations around town Certain special occasions warrant a true restaurant […]
March 20, 2024

Biden is giving Intel $8.5 billion for big semiconductor projects in 4 states

President Joe Biden holds up a microchip at a White House event on Feb. 24, 2021. Saul Loeb/AFP via Getty Images President Joe Biden is […]
March 20, 2024

How bad is Boeing's 2024 so far? Here's a timeline

Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun speaks to reporters on Capitol Hill on Jan. 24. "We have confidence in the safety of our airplanes," Calhoun says. "And […]
March 19, 2024

LA Hot Chicken and New York Wings Land in the Twin Cities

Dave’s #3 combo with an extra side of kale slaw. | Justine Jones Two rapidly expanding coastal chains are finding their footing in the Midwest […]
March 19, 2024

Discarded batteries a growing fire risk for garbage handlers

Rechargeable lithium ion batteries are showing up more frequently in garbage. As a result, local officials say they are causing more fires at waste handling […]