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Minnesota nurse numbers improve, physician numbers decline
MINNEAPOLIS — A new workforce report from the Minnesota Hospital Association shows a promising turnaround when it comes to nurse staffing levels.Since the pandemic, nurse vacancy rates have skyrocketed, but now, signs of improvement."This annual report shows that we seem to be making a turnaround when it comes to our nursing workforce," said Rahul Koranne, President and CEO of the Minnesota Hospital Association.In 2023, nurse vacancy rates were about 15%. That number has now dropped to 11%."However, the vacancy rates in nursing is still three times what we saw before the pandemic," said Koranne. The latest numbers are still a far...
Let the hues begin: Fall foliage colors coming to Minnesota in 3, 2, 1 …
This month, northwest Minnesota will take the lead in swathing the state with vibrant fall foliage. That color will steadily head southeast through mid-October. The post Let the hues begin: Fall foliage colors coming to Minnesota in 3, 2, 1 … appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Freeze Warning in Effect for Northeast Minnesota: Sub-Freezing Temperatures Pose Risks to Crops
DULUTH — Issued by the National Weather Service at 2:27 AM on September 7, 2024. Freeze Warning: Temperatures Drop as Low as 25°F in St. Louis Counties. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Duluth has issued a Freeze Warning for Central and North St. Louis Counties, including Ely, Hibbing, and recreational areas such as Voyageurs National Park and the Boundary Waters western area. The warning remains in effect until 8 AM CDT this morning as temperatures are expected to drop as low as 25°F, posing significant risks to sensitive vegetation and unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Highs near 80, sunshine on tap for Sunday
MINNEAPOLIS — Sunday will be another beautiful day filled with sunshine and warmer temperatures after a brief fling with fall.Temperatures will start in the 50s Sunday morning with afternoon highs working their way up to 80, which is about average for this time of year.High pressure stays in the area into the work week with highs even warmer into the mid-80s. Some may even push 90 on Wednesday and Thursday.Wind will pick up Tuesday with gusts pushing up to 30 mph.There are no good chances for rain until next weekend.
Pro-Palestinian "uncommitted" voters hope Harris campaign does more before election day
MINNEAPOLIS — The final sprint is on, and the stage is set for Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump's first presidential debate on Tuesday.With the Democratic National Convention over, the last leg of the race is on, but Democratic delegates of the pro-Palestinian "uncommitted" movement are holding out.Both parties have been crisscrossing the nation, to attract voters and build support.However, uncommitted delegates like Asma Mohammed said that an opportunity to unite the party had been denied at the DNC."The Harris campaign said they did not want a Palestinian Speaker on stage," Mohammed said. "They were missing an opportunity...
Walz touts Democratic record of defending LGBTQ+ rights, says Harris will advance cause if elected
WASHINGTON (AP) — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz touted Vice President Kamala Harris’ record of defending LGBTQ+ rights on Saturday night, pledging to a supportive crowd that she will advance their cause if elected president. Walz, the Democratic vice presidential nominee, headlined the national dinner for the Human Rights...
Watch live: Tim Walz headlines Human Rights Campaign national dinner
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic nominee for vice president, is set to deliver remarks tonight at the Human Rights Campaign’s (HRC) annual national dinner in Washington. Walz is considered a longtime LGBTQ advocate, with Minnesota banning conversion therapy and enacting laws shielding access to gender-affirming health care and abortion under Walz’s administration. Walz was…
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