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A Somali-American former investigator: why you’re hearing about fraud in my community
The Minnesota Attorney General’s Office, where I previously worked as a fraud investigator, announced last year its largest ever Medicaid fraud case, charging 18 people with stealing $9.5 million. Not long after, the AG charged three people with stealing nearly $11 million, again in Medicaid funds. In May, eight were charged with defrauding Medicaid of […] The post A Somali-American former investigator: why you’re hearing about fraud in my community appeared first on Minnesota Reformer.
Just 16.1% of Minnesota workers make less than $17 an hour, one of the lowest rates in the country
Data: Oxfam. Chart: Rahul Mukherjee/AxiosJust 16.1% of Minnesota workers make less than $17 an hour, one of the lowest rates in the country, according to a new report by Oxfam.Why it matters: Minnesotans on the lowest end of the economic spectrum have seen some of the biggest raises in recent years, and many of them have risen above the $17 hourly threshold of what Oxfam calls a "low-wage worker." Yes, but: The data also underlines Minnesota's wide racial wage gap. Black and Hispanic workers are much more likely to make less than $17 an hour compared to white and Asian workers.However,...
Blooming Prairie Ribfest cooking up funds for fundraiser
It’s hard to turn down an afternoon of barbecue ribs and supporting children and you can do both when the Blooming Prairie Youth Club hosts its 13th annual Blooming Prairie Ribfest from 4-8 p.m. on Saturday, July 27, at the Blooming Prairie Servicemen’s Club. The event supports the club’s mission of providing K-6 before and […] The post Blooming Prairie Ribfest cooking up funds for fundraiser appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Wisconsin tribe watching presidential race for cannabis law reform as state maintains prohibition
MILWAUKEE — A leader with the Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa said lifting federal prohibitions on marijuana would allow for the sovereign nation to enter the billion-dollar industry sweeping the country. Cannabis in all forms — except for CBD products — is illegal in Wisconsin. Bordering states Minnesota, Michigan and Illinois all […] The post Wisconsin tribe watching presidential race for cannabis law reform as state maintains prohibition appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Wisconsin congressman claims assault at RNC; others differ
(The Center Square) – Western Wisconsin’s congressman says he was assaulted at Milwaukee’s Republican National Convention, but a women’s group disagrees. Republican Congressman Derrick Van Orden took social media Tuesday to say a protester with the group Code Pink assaulted him while he was standing in line at the RNC. “While standing in line to enter an event at the RNC today, I was assaulted by what appeared to be...
Missing Child Scam Circulating In Minnesota
All scams are terrible and there are plenty of them to go around these days. However, this one might be one of the worst thanks to the nature of the scam. There have been so many scams in Minnesota and Wisconsin lately that the Duluth Police Department recently shared some basic scam tips to help us all avoid becoming a victim.
Pete Buttigieg calls out Donald Trump’s disrespect for military at Minnesota Biden campaign event
U.S. Secretary of TransportationPete Buttigiegvisited a Minnesota Veterans of Foreign Wars chapter in St. Paul on Friday afternoon to advocate for the Biden-Harris campaign, addressing a panel of veterans and their families. Buttigieg emphasized the administration’s commitment to servicemembers andmilitary veterans, drawing a clear contrast with former PresidentDonald Trump. Buttigieg’s appearance followed a press conference by PresidentJoe Biden at NATO.
Tomah VA to open women's clinic in late July
TOMAH, Wis. (WKBT) -- The Tomah VA Medical Center is set to open its new women's clinic later this month. This week, News 8 Now This Morning's Alexandra Carter spoke with Dr. Jacquelyn Paykel, the Women's Health Medical Director of Tomah VA Medical Center to discuss the new specialized care for women veterans.
Missing Child Scam Circulating In Minnesota
All scams are terrible and there are plenty of them to go around these days. However, this one might be one of the worst thanks to the nature of the scam. There have been so many scams in Minnesota and Wisconsin lately that the Duluth Police Department recently shared some basic scam tips to help us all avoid becoming a victim.
Two People Stabbed During Fight in Small Southeast Minnesota Town
Spring Valley, MN (KROC-AM News) - Fillmore County authorities are looking for the people involved in an altercation that left two people with stab wounds. Fillmore County Sheriff John DeGeorge says the incident occurred late Friday night outside the Kwik Trip store in Spring Valley. Deputies responded to reports of a fight shortly after 11:30 PM, but the people involved had already left the scene by the time they arrived.
Zumbro River Ratz is feeling the weather impacts this summer
MILLVILLE, Minn. - Zumbro River Ratz is feeling the impact of the unusual summer weather this year. The company is owned and operated out of Lisa Schucard's home and provides a tubing experience starting in Hammond and ending in Millville. The six mile river trip is open for appointments seven...
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