United Steelworkers Local 1938 official John Abrogast says the union and U.S. Steel reached an agreement this week to reduce the number of layoffs from 700 to 400 workers.
Como Dockside starts Friday with limited hours before a grand opening May 31. Officials hope to match the vibe of popular restaurants that draw summertime crowds to Minneapolis parks.
Heimdal residents were ordered from their homes shortly after the BNSF Railway train derailed about 7:30 a.m. Wednesday outside the town. No injuries were reported.
To save costs, several elected leaders say they'd be willing to shorten the proposed rail line to control its rising budget. Pressure is building to cut the project's $2 billion price tag.