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Minnesota companies start new-generation pre-apprenticeship programs to build new talent pipelines
MINNEAPOLIS - Kayla Gunderson spent years working in Minneapolis as a waiter, security guard and even a Papa Murphy's store manager, all jobs paying less than $20 an hour. "This is not what I wanted for my life," said Gunderson, daughter of a construction worker. She needed a career that...
Oldest U.S. Latino advocacy group breaks tradition to endorse Harris, Walz
The League of United Latin American Citizens advocacy group broke with its longstanding tradition of not issuing presidential endorsements on Friday to back the Democratic 2024 ticket of Kamala Harris and Tim Walz.
Minnesota Wants Public Feedback On First Draft of Cannabis Sale Regulations
(The Center Square) – Minnesota's Office of Cannabis Management released its first draft of recreational marijuana sales regulations, and it wants public input. Since recreational marijuana was legalized in August, this will be the first set of rules for the state’s cannabis industry. The entire draft of rules, which is more than 100 pages long, is available for review until Aug. 30 on the state office’s website.
Minnesota’s Own SPAM Helps Maui Fire Victims with New Merch Drop
SPAM is an international food brand that has its roots in Minnesota and to this day, SPAM still calls the state home, so it must be that "Minnesota Nice" that is behind this latest effort to help the Maui fire victims.
New Change Rolling Out Soon at Costco Stores in Minnesota + Illinois
I do a lot of embarrassing things. Not on purpose. They just happen. One of the latest was at a Costco in Minnesota. You know how you walk through the big door at Costco and flash your membership card to the nice person standing there acting like the bouncer? We all know the drill. Grab an oversized cart. As you are pushing that towards the door you fumble around to find your card in your wallet. You find it just in time to show the Costco bouncer and BAM!, you are in.
MN school district cell phone policies ahead of state law deadline: List
WAYZATA, Minn. (FOX 9) - For many students, cell phones are as common in school as backpacks. But that could soon change in some districts, thanks to a new Minnesota state law. "People are going to use their phones. Everyone is on it at high school," said Rena Youngquist, a...
Local area superintendents share their support and concerns for the state’s Free School Meals Program
During the past year, the Herald Journal has published a series of articles focusing on conversations with Lester Prairie Superintendent Melissa Radeke, Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted Superintendent Nate Walbruch, and Watertown-Mayer Superintendent Darren Schuler during scheduled forums. Topics have included school budgets, teacher shortages, and the READ Act. Recently, the local area...
New Regulations Making Hunting More Convenient in MN
The 2024 hunting regulations are available online for the upcoming seasons. Glen Schmitt from Outdoor News joined me on WJON. Schmitt says the printed version of the new regulations will be available where licenses can be purchased soon.
Iconic Cereal Brand Hit With Multiple Lawsuits Alleging High Lead Levels
The company behind a popular cereal brand is facing multiple lawsuits accusing them of having high lead levels in their products. General Mills is facing class-action lawsuits in both Minnesota and California which the Minneapolis Star Tribune says accuse the company of "dangerously high lead levels" in its cereal. Which...
Minnesota Could Get A Spectacular ‘Double-Whammy’ Show In The Sky This Weekend
If the weather cooperates, Minnesotans could be in for a pretty spectacular opportunity in the sky as we head into the weekend!. Two different night sky phenomena look to coincide to give what could be a phenomenal spectacle over the state. Here's a breakdown:. Part 1 of the night sky...
If You See Leaves With This Pattern In Minnesota Report It Right Away
An invasive species has now been confirmed to be found in the state of Minnesota. The species is so new that the Minnesota Department Of Agriculture doesn't fully know the impact it will have on our ecosystem. The invasive zigzag sawfly found in Minnesota. The zigzag sawfly was first found...
Maxine Waters lauds Harris-Walz ticket as ‘opportunity for transformation’
Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) said Wednesday that she believes the Harris-Walz campaign can be a transformational boon for America, adding that the duo is already removing the “cloud over this country.”. “[Walz] mentioned the word joy, and I thought to myself, you know, that hit a spot. Because I...
Delano gripped by Minnesota Millionaire Raffle winner mystery
DELANO, Minn. — The Minnesota Lottery says someone has yet to claim their $1 million prize for winning the Minnesota Millionaire Raffle earlier this year.Two winning tickets were sold for the New Year's Day drawing: one at the Coborn's Marketplace in Delano and the other at the Kwik Trip in Dundas.On Monday, lottery officials announced the Dundas winner had anonymously claimed their prize. Families in Delano tell WCCO they haven't heard a peep about who the other winner might be, but there are some theories about why they haven't claimed their cash. "Talking to a lawyer, being smart, or already have plans for...
City of Minneapolis selling trees for $30, want more planted in yards
MINNEAPOLIS — The City of Minneapolis wants to be greener, and now its selling trees at a low cost to make it easy for residents to plant in their own yards. The Minneapolis Fruit and Shade Tree Sale started this week, with a variety of tree species selling for $30. Households can order up to three, and they will be available for pickup at Jump Lupient Water Park in mid-October.
Twins' Byron Buxton: On bench for Game 2
Buxton is out of the lineup for the second game of Friday's doubleheader against the Guardians. After missing three games due to back stiffness, Buxton returned for Friday's matinee, going 1-for-3 with a double and a walk during the Twins' 4-2 victory. Minnesota won't push it with the 30-year-old, instead starting Manuel Margot in center field for the nightcap.
Memorial bench unveiled in honor of star high school quarterback gunned down in Minneapolis
MINNEAPOLIS — The north side community is honoring a young football player who was gunned down two years ago in Minneapolis. 15-year-old Deshaun Hill was killed on February 9, 2022 after surveillance video shows Cody Fohrenkam brushed shoulders with him after walking by one another. Witnesses reported seeing Kohrenkam shoot Hill multiple times.
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