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Stories from March 8, 2024

Minnesota Muslims prepare for Ramadan during tense, emotional time

Minnesota Muslims prepare for Ramadan during tense, emotional time

The start of Ramadan signifies the beginning of deep, introspective prayer and private devotion to God through the month-long act of strict fasting, without water or food. While many Minnesota Muslims will be able to break their fast each night, for those in Gaza — they have been without food, water and shelter to pray in for months.
by Tom Crann, Lukas Levin and Matthew Alvarez

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How did the world run so low on cholera vaccine? As outbreaks grow, stockpile runs dry

How did the world run so low on cholera vaccine? As outbreaks grow, stockpile runs dry

With cholera on the rise around the world, the global vaccine stockpile is running dry. New doses go right to active outbreaks, with none left for prevention campaigns. Can vaccine makers catch up?
by Gabrielle Emanuel

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Report shows ride share drivers in metro make less than minimum wage; Lyft disagrees

Report shows ride share drivers in metro make less than minimum wage; Lyft disagrees

A report released by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry found wages for drivers working for transportation network companies like Uber and Lyft fall below the minimum wage rates in both Minneapolis and St. Paul. However, Lyft officials say they are skeptical of the data.
by Jon Collins

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University of Minnesota approves contract, $1 million annual pay for incoming President Cunningham

University of Minnesota approves contract, $1 million annual pay for incoming President Cunningham

The University of Minnesota Board of Regents today approved the employment agreement for incoming president Rebecca Cunningham. She’ll earn over $1 million in her first year on the job, putting her in the top quarter of earners among Big Ten heads.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Small businesses that rely on Minnesota winters could be eligible for federal disaster assistance due to lack of snow

Small businesses that rely on Minnesota winters could be eligible for federal disaster assistance due to lack of snow

Small businesses that rely on Minnesota’s typically cold winters and count on snow to operate could be eligible for federal assistance after the region’s unusually mild winter. The governor’s office says it’s the first time it’s taken such steps because of a lack of snow.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox and Anna Haecherl

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Fed study finds Native borrowers pay more interest on home purchases than white borrowers  

Fed study finds Native borrowers pay more interest on home purchases than white borrowers  

New research released by the Center for Indian Country Development at the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis blames a disproportionately broad use of home-only loans on reservations for higher costs for Native American homebuyers.  
by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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Kirk Cousins, Chris Jones, Saquon Barkley are among the star players set to test NFL free agency

Kirk Cousins, Chris Jones, Saquon Barkley are among the star players set to test NFL free agency

The quarterback carousel will start spinning when the NFL’s free agency period opens Monday with the legal tampering period. Players can’t officially sign new deals until the opening of the league’s new year on Wednesday.
by The Associated Press

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‘The Extinction of Irena Rey’ asks: Can anything be truly individual and independent?

‘The Extinction of Irena Rey’ asks: Can anything be truly individual and independent?

Jennifer Croft’s novel, centered on a group of translators working on a book, is surprising at every turn, moving from profound observations about nature, art, and communication — to surreal events.
by Ilana Masad

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What’s behind the women’s sports boom in Minnesota? An expert explains

What’s behind the women’s sports boom in Minnesota? An expert explains

Right now, Minnesota is in the midst of a women’s sports popularity boom. Nicole LaVoi, director of the Tucker Center, explains what led to the sudden burst of interest and a passionate fanbase for the gender that’s previously lacked mainstream media coverage.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Aldi to add 800 of its discount stores across U.S. as Americans feel pinch of high food prices

Aldi to add 800 of its discount stores across U.S. as Americans feel pinch of high food prices

The company did not give specific locations where it plans to open those stores or indicate how many of them might be in Minnesota. Aldi already has more than 75 locations across the state.
by The Associated Press

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Dozens of Minnesota communities see record-setting temps within first week of March

Dozens of Minnesota communities see record-setting temps within first week of March

March is already a record breaker only one week in. Higher than average temperatures have led to drier conditions, drawing concerns of wildfire season picking up in Minnesota.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lukas Levin

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For April's eclipse, going from 'meh' to 'OMG' might mean just driving across town

For April's eclipse, going from 'meh' to 'OMG' might mean just driving across town

Lots of urban areas will be either in or adjacent to the path of totality for the eclipse on April 8. Experts advise getting into this path, as even a 99% partial eclipse is nothing like a total one.
by Nell Greenfieldboyce

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Wrongful death suit against Brooklyn Center police dismissed. Lawmakers table land transfer bill

A federal judge has dismissed a wrongful death suit by the mother of a man killed by Brooklyn Center police. And after fierce testimony, state lawmakers decided to table a bill transferring land from the White Earth State Forest to the White Earth Nation.
by Alex Simpson

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What to know about the political debate around daylight saving time

What to know about the political debate around daylight saving time

At least 29 states have considered legislation related to daylight saving time, including making it permanent year-round. But those laws won't take effect until Congress makes it legal.
by Emily Olson and Diba Mohtasham

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After Legionnaires’ outbreak, Grand Rapids will consider chlorinating water

After Legionnaires’ outbreak, Grand Rapids will consider chlorinating water

The outbreak has now sickened 15 people. Health investigators believe the source is the city’s water distribution system. Grand Rapids does not regularly disinfect its water supply with chlorine, which health officials say can help control Legionella bacteria.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Judge denies Donald Trump's request to delay $83.3 million payment to E. Jean Carroll

Judge denies Donald Trump's request to delay $83.3 million payment to E. Jean Carroll

Judge Lewis A. Kaplan said any financial harm to the Republican front-runner for the presidency results from Trump's slow response to the late-January verdict in the defamation case.
by The Associated Press

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Biden touts economic 'comeback' in election-year pitch to skeptical voters

Biden touts economic 'comeback' in election-year pitch to skeptical voters

President Biden used his State of the Union speech to highlight economic gains and draw a contrast with his GOP opponents. Polls shows many voters give Biden low marks for his economic stewardship.
by Scott Horsley

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Judge rejects wrongful death suit over Brooklyn Center police shooting

A federal judge on Thursday dismissed a wrongful death suit filed by the mother of a man killed by Brooklyn Center police. Amity Dimock sued the Minneapolis suburb after police fatally shot her son, Kobe Dimock-Heisler, in August 2019.
by Matt Sepic

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