August 20, 2020

Many likely sought jobless aid after federal benefit lapses

WASHINGTON — The government will provide its latest snapshot Thursday of the pace of layoffs in the United States, which have declined steadily but remain […]
August 20, 2020

Former Uber executive charged with paying 'hush money' to conceal massive breach

Federal prosecutors allege Uber’s former head of security organized a cover-up of a massive data breach. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images Federal prosecutors have charged Uber’s former […]
August 20, 2020

How will office life be different in a pandemic?

How will office life be different in a pandemic? The office you once knew is likely to look vastly different. Companies are taking a variety […]
August 20, 2020

The Latest: India reports record number of new infections

NEW DELHI — India has recorded another record number of new coronavirus infections over the past 24 hours as it ramps up testing to more […]
August 20, 2020

Another Line 3 appeal: Four things to know

In the latest twist to the saga of the Line 3 oil replacement project, the Walz administration is challenging the proposed pipeline in court.  The […]
August 20, 2020

For Joe Biden, long path to a potentially crucial presidency

When Joe Biden steps to the podium Thursday night as the Democratic Party’s presidential nominee, he will offer himself to a wounded, meandering nation as […]
August 20, 2020

Trump eager to troll Biden outside his Scranton birthplace

WASHINGTON — On Joe Biden’s big day, President Donald Trump is planning to show up in his rival’s old backyard. Trump, in what can only […]
August 20, 2020

Minnesota unemployment rate falls to 7.7%

Minnesota’s jobless numbers continued to fall last month, but remain considerably higher than before the coronavirus pandemic began.  According to new data released Thursday by […]
August 20, 2020

Today in History

Today in History Today is Thursday, Aug. 20, the 233rd day of 2020. There are 133 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: […]
August 20, 2020

Thousands of chicks arrive dead to farmers amid USPS turmoil

PORTLAND, Maine — At least 4,800 chicks shipped to Maine farmers through the U.S. Postal Service have arrived dead in the recent weeks since rapid […]