Minnesota
Friday, June 9, 2023
Summer's In Bloom, Including 'Solar Meadows' in MN
By Elizabeth Hewitt for Reasons to be Cheerful.Broadcast version by Mike Moen for Minnesota News Connection reporting for the Solutions Journalism Net…
Thursday, June 8, 2023
New Study Puts Price Tag on PFAS Removal from MN Water Systems
As more research emerges about the chemicals known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, government agencies are faced with the task of figuring …
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Global Fragility Act Turns U.S. Peacekeeping Approach on Its Head
Minnesotans and the rest of the U.S. population sometimes feel the ripple effects of instability in other parts of the world, and humanitarian groups …
MN Adds Extra Wage Theft Protection for Construction Workers
As the summer construction season ramps up, the industry is preparing for new requirements under a pending Minnesota law change. In recent years…
Newly Signed MN Marijuana Law to 'Wipe Away' Minor Offenses
Two months from today, Minnesota will begin the process of removing low-level marijuana convictions for those who have them on their criminal records…
MN Hunger Relief Leader: SNAP Threats Off Mark
Whether it's the recent debt ceiling negotiations or the Farm Bill debate, a key federal food assistance program is again at the mercy of budget …
MN Session Produced 'Under-the-Radar' Victories for Workers
Minnesota legislators adopted a lot of major policies in this year's session, including actions to support workers in many different fields. State …
With New Partners, MN's Poverty-Fighting Offices Expand Financial Reach
May is Community Action Month, and Minnesota agencies that help address poverty say demand for services isn't going away. To help clients thrive…
MN Goes Big on Committing Funds to Protect Natural Resources
From protecting and studying waterways to addressing chronic wasting disease, conservation voices say there are a lot of important items in …
Women's Health Month: Adding Personal Wellness to Your To-Do List
As Women's Health Month continues, experts in Minnesota and elsewhere are reminding women to prioritize their well-being. The Centers for Disease …
Budget Stability, Flexibility Among Highlights of MN School Funding Plan
Many Minnesota school districts say they have been walking a financial tightrope, but leaders appear to be encouraged by the new education funding …
Evidence Touted as MN Moves to Adopt Gun-Safety Laws
Minnesota appears to be on the verge of adopting new gun-safety laws. Some of the common talking points have come up in debate, but groups demanding …