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CDC study finds fewer pregnant women receiving COVID vaccine
Health officials say women could be more receptive to immunization with better outreach.
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St. Paul campaign for rent control has 9,000 signatures
Now, housing advocates' focus will shift to educating voters about the proposed 3% cap to rent increases on residential properties.
Business
Best Buy making play for outdoor grill, accessory market
The Richfield-based retailer also said it would start featuring Tumi luggage and bags.
Business
Maplewood Mall owner files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
Ohio-based Washington Prime Group also owns Northtown Mall in Blaine.
Business
Appeals court backs Minnesota approval of new Enbridge Line 3
The Minnesota Court of Appeals ruled against environmental groups and Indian bands trying to halt the construction across northern Minnesota of the Line 3 replacement.
Business
N.D. oil production inches up, but is the state falling behind?
Its status as the No. 2 oil producer is getting shaky
Business
St. Paul chutney maker Maazah eyes growth, lands Keg and Case spot
Recent acceptance into a Minneapolis-based food accelerator and upcoming presence in the St. Paul food hall will fuel growth.
Loons
Women's soccer coming with 'pre-professional' team, women-led ownership group
With her experience as a former Minnesota United executive, team president Andrea Yoch believes Minnesota will embrace a team in the new 'W League.'
Alexander: How to get good Wi-Fi reception in a really old house
Old houses can be particularly challenging for wireless routers. Here are some solutions.
Business
Amid shortage of drivers, owner of Minn. school bus company takes on routes himself
The shortage of school bus drivers began before the pandemic, but it got worse.
Offices are reopening, but business isn't rebounding at dry cleaners
As customers return to the businesses they used to frequent, many dry cleaners are no longer part of the weekly routine.
Business
Minnesota consumers, businesses deal with fast-rising prices
Some believe the fast-rising prices are temporary. Others worry the situation could spiral into something longer lasting.
Agriculture
Water protections return to spotlight
The EPA said it had found that the changes under Trump caused "significant environmental degradation."
Business
Minnesota manufacturers jump on electric power bandwagon
With many motivations, the product mix is changing quickly at companies including Toro, Polaris and Donaldson as technology improves and customer demand shifts.
Business
More EV charging stations on the horizon for Minnesota
Within a decade, state transportation officials say they expect 20% of all Minnesota light vehicles will be electric. But for the number of EVs to increase, the construction of charging stations will have to accelerate.
Business
A lonely retirement could shorten your life — so make friends
It's now believed that developing social contacts is as important as having a solid financial retirement plan.
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