The Minnesota Daily

Signs recession nears bottom, but layoffs persist

Published April 2, 2009

Economic indicators came in better than expected Wednesday, including construction spending and pending home sales.

Minn., ND flood victims get tax reprieve

Published April 2, 2009

Flood victims will get an extra 30 days on taxes.

Genetic deficiency leads to ‘flush’ for drinkers

Published April 1, 2009

National research indicates “Asian flush” sufferers may be at increased risk for esophageal cancer.

Calif. judges aren’t sharing state’s economic pain

Published March 31, 2009

An appellate court found that some of the perks were unconstitutional, but a lobbying effort by judges in the Legislature has helped keep the benefits in place.

NYC ultra-orthodox Jews give Amish walking tour

Published March 31, 2009

It's the second year that the community has invited the Amish on a walking tour it offers to the public.

Experts: Cult member not insane despite odd plea

Published March 31, 2009

BALTIMORE (AP) âÄî A former religious cult member who helped starve her son to death believes he will be resurrected, but legal experts say her extreme faith doesn't make her criminally insane....

Obama’s aunt becomes symbol in immigration debate

Published March 31, 2009

The half-sister of Obama's late father moved to the United States in 2000 but was ordered to be deported in 2004.

FDA says to avoid pistachios amid salmonella scare

Published March 31, 2009

Two people called the FDA complaining of gastrointestinal illness that could be associated with the nuts, but a link hasn't been confirmed.

Mom: Suspect’s wife survived NC shooting by hiding

Published March 31, 2009

Authorities have said they are investigating whether the rampage was "domestic-related."

Ex-military officers back continued ban on gays

Published March 31, 2009

The president supports an eventual repeal of the "don't ask, don't tell" policy.