Latest Stories
The newest reporting from across Minnesota, updated as it publishes.
- Education
St. Cloud State Builds Teacher Pipeline Aimed at Rural Minnesota Schools
A new education program pairs student teachers with rural districts facing long-standing difficulty recruiting and retaining staff.
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Minneapolis Financial Services Firms Report Steady Hiring Despite Sector Headwinds
Twin Cities financial firms continue adding staff in specialized roles even as some national financial sector hiring has slowed.
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Minneapolis Expands Urban Green Space in Historically Underserved Neighborhoods
New park development is bringing green space access to Minneapolis neighborhoods that have historically had less park acreage than other parts of the city.
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Rochester Medtech Founder Builds Diagnostics Startup Around Mayo-Area Talent
Entrepreneur Renata Kowalczyk is growing a medical device startup by tapping into Rochester's deep pool of clinical and engineering talent.
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Sauna Culture Gains Momentum at Twin Cities Wellness Studios
New wellness studios centered around traditional and contemporary sauna practices are opening across the Minneapolis and Saint Paul area.
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Boundary Waters Permit Demand Reaches Record Levels for Upcoming Season
Forest Service officials report unprecedented interest in overnight permits for the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness this season.
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University of Minnesota Expands Artificial Intelligence Coursework Across Colleges
New AI-focused courses are reaching computer science majors and students in agriculture, public health, and the humanities alike.
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Saint Paul Neighborhood Library Reopens After Extensive Renovation
A long-awaited renovation has transformed a well-used Saint Paul branch library into a more flexible community gathering space.
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Regional Credit Unions Expand Small-Business Lending Across Greater Minnesota
Credit unions are stepping up small-business loan offerings as some community banks scale back lending in rural markets.
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Hennepin Healthcare Expands Integrated Mental Health Care in Primary Clinics
Primary care clinics are adding on-site mental health staff to catch conditions earlier and reduce wait times for behavioral health support.
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Duluth Logistics Executive Leads Modernization of Regional Shipping Operations
Marcus Ahlberg is overseeing technology upgrades at a Duluth logistics firm as the company adapts to shifting freight patterns on the Great Lakes.
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Moorhead Resource Center Expands Services for Growing Immigrant Community
A community resource center in Moorhead has broadened language and job placement services as the local immigrant population continues to grow.
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