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In the News: John Abraham on the Increase in Extreme Rainfall Events
John Abraham, mechanical engineering professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently joined WCCO Radio to discuss green energy solutions and how climate change is contributing to the extremely wet weather being seen across Minnesota and much of the country this summer. From the interview:. “As the...
Workers and lawmakers celebrate new Minnesota law preventing non-compete contracts
Several new laws taking effect in Minnesota as July begins. Among them is one that prevents companies from including non-compete contracts with workers, some of which are drawn up without employees knowing about it.
Locking up students’ phones left more time for learning, high school says
The difference one teacher saw in her English classroom was “night and day” after a crackdown on cellphones midway through the 2022-23 school year. The post Locking up students’ phones left more time for learning, high school says appeared first on The Beacon.
Customers Now Angry At New Costco Change in Minnesota
'Minnesota nice' may still be a thing but a new change at Costco has customers more than just a little upset. When you think of Costco, you probably think of buying huge packages of toilet paper or paper towels, giant tubs of guacamole, queso, or other delicious dips, and massive packages of coffee and other food items, right?
Stolen Kia crashes continue to endanger lives on Minneapolis streets
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - While the number of stolen vehicles continues to decline across the region, one issue still haunting law enforcement is young people targeting Kias and Hyundais. Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara told FOX 9, the so-called "Kia boys" remain a top public safety threat in the city....
4th of July event preps underway as doctors urge caution for home fireworks shows
The countdown is on until fireworks light up the sky over the Stone Arch Bridge in Minneapolis. Red, White and Boom is returning after a five-year hiatus with a 16-minute firework show on Thursday night. “This year we’re back and we’re back with a big old boom,” said Aisling Reynolds,...
9 indicted in multi-state drug operation that includes Minnesota
FARGO, N.D. — Nine people have been indicted in North Dakota for their alleged involvement in a multi-state drug operation run from a federal prison cell. Prosecutors say beginning in January 2022, the distribution network moved significant quantities of methamphetamine, heroin and fentanyl from Mexico into North Dakota, Minnesota, California, Colorado, Georgia, Missouri, Texas, Arizona and elsewhere. The operation was allegedly run by 26-year-old Jesus Amurahaby Celestin-Ortega, also known as Flaco, using a contraband cell phone while he was incarcerated in federal prison on unrelated drug and firearm charges.
WCCO investigates felons with firearms and the push to prosecute them
MINNEAPOLIS — Our community has rallied in support of our first responders after two high-profile killings since the beginning of the year. Three were killed in Burnsville in February, and a Minneapolis officer was shot to death in May. The shooter in each case was a felon prohibited from having a gun. So what's being done about the problem? And who's feeling the impact the most?LaTanya Black grieves her daughter Nia's death deeply. "These are things I've hung on to, because when your child is gone or any loved one, all you have are memories," Black said.The professional make-up artist was just 23 when...
Journey to Paris | Shane Wiskus
MINNEAPOLIS — Despite finishing third in the all-around competition at the USA men's gymnastics trials over the weekend... "I had the best two days of competition of my life, so it's all I can do," said Olympic gymnast Shane Wiskus. The Spring Park native was part of the core...
Southern Minnesota to Adopt 10-Digit Dialing
Residents and businesses in the 507 area code, which includes cities like Rochester, Faribault, Owatonna, Mankato, and Winona, will need to switch to 10-digit dialing starting July 30th. This change is necessary because the 507 area code is projected to run out of numbers by early 2025, prompting the addition of a new 924 area code.
Spotlight On: Jim Rogers, Chief Business Development Officer & Senior Administrator for Generative AI, Mayo Clinic
July 2024 — Invest: spoke with Jim Rogers, chief business development officer and senior administrator for generative AI at Mayo Clinic. He discussed how the use of AI has already been pivotal in enhancing positive patient outcomes, how generative AI can further transform healthcare, and how Mayo Clinic protects its data.
Twins stretch HR streak to 20 games as Margot, Correa go deep in 5-3 win over Tigers
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Manny Margot and Carlos Correa went deep to keep Minnesota’s club-record home run streak going at 20 games, and the Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 5-3 on Tuesday night. Byron Buxton scored the go-ahead run in the seventh with a head-first dive into home plate...
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