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Under half of Minnesota students are proficient in reading and math
MINNEAPOLIS — Statewide test scores are in, and they are showing many Minnesota students are not making the grade.New data from the Minnesota Department of Education shows reading and math test scores remain well below pre-pandemic numbers.In 2024, 45.5% of students were proficient in math, with 49.9% proficient in reading.Five years ago in 2019, 55% of students were proficient in math and 59.2% in reading. "I'm not really surprised. I don't think reading instruction has been serving students well," said Beth Weixel. Weixel is a mother of two and an English professor at the University of Minnesota and Anoka-Ramsey...
Fatal West Nile Virus cases reported in Wisconsin, Minnesota experiencing a milder season
SAINT PAUL, Minn. — The Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced the state's first deaths from the West Nile Virus this year. Two men, one in his 70s, and the other in his 50s, passed away this month. Both had underlying conditions, according to health officials. A woman in her 80s is also currently hospitalized with the virus.
College funds fill up one car at a time outside Minnesota State Fair
SAINT PAUL, Minn. — It's not unusual to see dozens of homes and businesses near the Minnesota State Fairgrounds open up their front yards, letting folks park for a fee. For Michelle Markovich-Duren, who lives on Como Avenue near the grounds, she's done the same. "We've been doing parking...
Illinois veteran lawmakers react to Walz’s stolen valor accusations
(The Center Square) – A Republican state lawmaker responded to Illinois U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth’s characterization of vice presidential candidate Tim Walz's military record. Duckworth defended Minnesota Gov. Walz against stolen valor claims by calling him a “retired command sergeant major.” Walz retired as a master sergeant, according to the Minnesota National Guard. Republicans like state Rep. David Friess, R-Red Bud, an air force veteran, said Walz never served in...
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