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New wheat variety honors small Minnesota town
University of Minnesota Extension is rolling out a hard red spring wheat called MN-Rothsay — a tip of the hat to the town straddling Wilkin and Otter Tail counties.
Target's massive overhaul of stores reaches halfway point
The Minneapolis-based retailer plans to continue to invest in hundreds of store remodels this year.
U.S. Steel to make $150M investment in Iron Range operations
The company plans to break ground this fall on a facility that will take taconite pellets tailored for electric arc steel mills.
Target, Sleep Number will cover employee travel expenses for abortion, other medical needs
Minneapolis firms join other major employers with expanded benefits after last week's Supreme Court ruling.
Stocks slide on Wall Street as inflation worries persist
Stocks closed broadly lower on Wall Street Tuesday, after a discouraging snapshot of U.S. consumer confidence stoked investors' worries about the risk that sharply higher interest rates and pervasive inflation could trigger a recession.
Official: Upgrades urged at Amtrak crash site, but no action
The chief elected official in the Missouri county where an Amtrak train slammed into a dump truck said Tuesday that residents and county leaders have been pushing for a safety upgrade at the railroad crossing for nearly three years. Meanwhile, the toll from the accident rose to four deaths and 150 injuries.
Museum of Fine Arts employees, management, reach labor deal
Employees at Boston's Museum of Fine Arts ratified their first labor deal Tuesday, becoming the latest prestigious art institution to protect workers with a union contract.
Instagram hides some posts that mention abortion
Instagram is blocking posts that mention abortion from public view, in some cases requiring its users to confirm their age before letting them view posts that offer up information about the procedure.
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Leadership program alumni tackling diversity issues facing Minnesota
The Minnesota Young American Leaders Program has helped tackle business and education leadership diversity, among other topics.
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Twin Cities environmental engineering firm in right business at right time
Nova Group, a 35-year-old, St. Louis Park-based company, has grown as commercial real estate investors add environmental goals to their businesses.
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Sriracha's 'unprecedented shortage' puts fans of the condiment in a spicy mood
A bad year for red chiles is cutting production.
Competing environmental claims throttle Minneapolis development
A trio of environmental organizations struck a devastating blow to Minneapolis' 2040 comprehensive plan, leaving other sustainability advocates suspicious of their motives.
Leadership program alumni tackling diversity issues facing Minnesota
The Minnesota Young American Leaders Program has helped tackle business and education leadership diversity, among other topics.
As states ban abortion, Minnesota's employers weigh medical travel benefits
After the Supreme Court's decision, state's largest companies with operations in multiple states — such as Medtronic, 3M and Ecolab — face decisions on health plans.
Restaurants' improvised patio space in pandemic becomes permanent in some Minn. cities
Union Alley in Stillwater is an example of compromises some cities have made to continue flexibility for outdoor dining.
Driven by pandemic, Minneapolis tech company creates performing arts streaming platform
Pennant allows theaters groups, orchestras and artists to charge for access to live-streamed events and premium previously recorded content.
Minnesota is a hub for exciting innovations to treat hearing loss
From Mayo to the U, researchers push for ways to detect, treat and aid hearing loss.
Climate is Ukraine war's latest victim
G-7 leaders face political, economic pressures driven by Russia's invasion.
How to navigate parental leave, no matter your situation
First step: Know what questions you need to answer and how to plan.
LinkedIn and Home Depot founders tried and tried again until they found success
Lessons learned from them is to be bold about trying something new — and don't be afraid to try again.