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H.J. Cummins

Reporter  |  Working Life

Phone: 612-673-4671

E-mail: hcummins@startribune.com

H.J. Cummins, after years of covering the workplace beat, now handles consumer issues for the business section as well as the Metropolitan Airport Commission and the Public Utilities Commission. She also handles the consumer side of energy issues.

Recent content from H.J. Cummins

• Wal-Mart hammered by judge
  A Dakota County ruling called the retailer's treatment of workers "dehumanizing."
  Jul 2, 2008
• Minnesota rides ethanol roller coaster
  Record high corn prices have left the ethanol industry in shambles. But the age and owners of Minnesota's plants -- ethanol is a $3 billion-a-year industry in the state -- keep them eyeing green.
  Jun 24, 2008
• Northwest Airlines to reduce capacity again
  The Eagan-based airline said it will retire jets and promised an undisclosed number of staff reductions. It also said it will raise fares, fees and fuel surcharges.
  Jun 19, 2008
• Otter Tail Power not yet off the regulatory hook
  A judge cleared it of understating company income, but state regulators are now concerned about its record-keeping.
  Jun 19, 2008
• Out to save gas and money
  From City Hall to the factory floor to the shopping mall, cutting energy use is now a top priority.
  Jun 16, 2008
• Sierra Club's suit alleges violations at Big Stone I
  The lawsuit says the coal plant's owners didn't upgrade pollution controls -- in violation of the U.S. Clean Air Act.
  Jun 12, 2008
• Pump prices pass $4 in Twin cities
  Many area stations charged at least that per gallon of regular Monday, a delayed response to Friday's oil records.
  Jun 10, 2008
• Big Stone II plant left in limbo after a no-vote by PUC
  After five hours of deliberations, the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission decided that it wanted more numbers before deciding whether to approve two power lines from the proposed South Dakota plant into Minnesota.
  Jun 6, 2008
• June 3: Decision on Big Stone II draws near
  Minnesota Public Utilities commissioners heard arguments for and against the coal-burning plant. They're expected to rule on Thursday.
  Jun 5, 2008
• Renegade recipe for cheaper fuel
  Some Minnesotans are boldly burning ethanol blends in their old cars, challenging the U.S. Clean Air Act and manufacturers' warranties.
  May 30, 2008

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