Greater Minnesota

5/6/2026 11:14:40 PM

Man if we pooled every dollar we gave away right now, could it actually heal what splits this country

Can Private Giving Truly Mend a Fractured Society? A Critical Look at Philanthropy's PotentialThe Growing Role of Charitable Cash in a Polarized NationAs political and social divides deepen across Ame...

4/8/2026 5:16:06 AM

Greater Minnesota Thrives, Yet Faces Looming Demographic Shifts

Greater Minnesota's Population Shift: Not a Decline, But a Transformation New data analysis reveals that narratives of a widespread population collapse across Minnesota's regions outside the Tw...

1/16/2026 12:04:02 AM

Immigration Debates Ignite Heated Local Council Clashes

Public Meetings Across Minnesota Grapple with Immigration Enforcement DebateTensions surrounding immigration policy and local law enforcement have escalated in several Greater Minnesota cities, with r...

9/9/2025 11:07:43 PM

Trump's Clean Power Obstacle Course in Minnesota

Clean Energy Goals Complicated by Shifting Federal RegulationsA major Upper Midwest utility provider faces significant challenges in its planned transition to carbon-free energy, as potential changes ...

8/5/2025 9:17:38 PM

Could These 13 Minnesota Towns Revolutionize Local Cannabis Access?

Minnesota Cities Weigh Opening Municipal Cannabis StoresThirteen Minnesota cities are exploring the possibility of launching municipally owned cannabis retail stores, according to recent discussions a...

7/9/2025 7:07:28 AM

Rural Hospitals Brace for Devastating Medicaid Overhaul

Seismic Medicaid Changes Could Strain Rural HospitalsMajor shifts in Medicaid reimbursement policies are expected to place significant financial pressure on rural healthcare providers, according to in...

6/12/2025 5:03:06 PM

Slashing Federal Business Funds Threatens Greater Minnesota's Economic Lifeline

Federal Funding Cuts Threaten Greater Minnesota's Manufacturing Boom—Here’s Why It MattersThe Stakes for Greater Minnesota’s Economic BackboneGreater Minnesota’s manufacturing sector, a powerhouse fue...

3/20/2025 7:14:06 PM

Minnesota Jails Can’t Legally Extend Detention for ICE Holds—Here’s Why

# Why Minnesota Jails Can't Hold People Beyond Release Time for ICE Detainers In Minnesota, a growing debate surrounds the legality of jails holding individuals past their scheduled release time due ...

4/30/2026 9:04:37 PM

Democrats target two million from cities using Confederate-tinged flag

Minnesota Capitol Clash: Dems Eye Purse Strings Over Old State Flag's Pride of PlaceA simmering cultural war at the Minnesota State Capitol has entered a new, high-stakes phase, moving beyond principa...

2/7/2026 4:04:58 AM

Local Leaders Navigate the Impact of Extended Federal Immigration Enforcement

Small Towns Grapple with Enduring Federal PresenceAcross the nation's smaller communities, a sustained operational shift by federal immigration authorities is forcing local leaders into a complex and ...

12/4/2025 4:13:22 AM

CBD and THC items now face sweeping federal restrictions

Federal Regulators Target Full Spectrum of Cannabis CompoundsIn a significant policy shift, federal authorities are broadening their focus beyond psychoactive THC products. A recent announcement indic...

8/13/2025 7:10:19 AM

Self-Driving Shuttles Extend Routes to Neighboring Towns and Tribal Communities

Grand Rapids Autonomous Transit Expands to Nearby Cities and Tribal StopsThe autonomous transit system in Grand Rapids is set to expand, bringing driverless transportation to neighboring cities and tr...

7/29/2025 1:00:45 AM

Hidden Gems: Small-Town Minnesota Unleashes a Burst of Artistic Magic

Preserving Small-Town Identity While Embracing Change in MinnesotaSmall-town Minnesota faces a critical challenge: how to retain its cultural heritage while adapting to modern economic and demographic...

6/17/2025 5:03:06 PM

Small Towns Left Behind as Key Internet Access Bill Fails to Pass

Rural America Left Behind: How the Digital Equity Act's Failure Deepens the Urban-Rural DivideThe Stark Reality of Digital Deserts in Rural CommunitiesWhile urban centers enjoy lightning-fast internet...

6/10/2025 1:01:38 AM

New Faster, Smarter Public Transit Launches in Greater Minnesota – See the Upgrades!

Greater Minnesota's Transit Revolution: Two Counties Lead the Charge with Bold New Public Transport SystemA Game-Changer for Rural CommutersTwo Greater Minnesota counties are rewriting the rules of pu...

3/20/2025 7:13:22 PM

Postal Workers Unite Against Trump's Push to Privivatize USPS, Warn of Dire Consequences for Communities

Postal Workers Unite: The Fight Against Privatization of the U.S. Postal ServiceIn a bold move to protect one of the nation's oldest institutions, postal workers across the country are rallying agains...

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5/21/2026 3:20:28 PM

Solar panels and EVs felt like risks; now these homeowners see the payoff finally arriving.

Solar Panels and EVs: Calculated Risk Pays Off for HomeownersFor years, homeowners who invested upfront in rooftop solar panels and electric vehicles navigated a landscape of uncertainty, betting on l...

5/21/2026 3:20:03 PM

Traffic backs up for miles after semi overturns, closing multiple lanes on Alpine Avenue

Semi-Truck Accident Brings Alpine Avenue Traffic to a Standstill in WalkerA serious collision involving a large commercial vehicle caused major traffic delays on a primary thoroughfare in Walker on Th...

5/21/2026 3:19:51 PM

Teen healing after Fruitport VFW shooting; venue reveals renter booked space as 'family gathering'

Tragedy in Muskegon: Teen Stable After Incident at Local VFW PostIn a shocking turn of events over the weekend, a teenager is now recovering after a shooting occurred at a VFW Post in Fruitport Townsh...