Nation

U ranks in top 20 for charitable contributions

Published February 25, 2009

However, schools nationwide are expected to see less in contributions in 2009 and 2010.

Central Corridor could get $20 million in federal funds

Published February 25, 2009

The light-rail line may receive Congressional funding separate from the stimulus.

Universities move toward mandatory health insurance

Published February 25, 2009

Voluntary policies often cost more for students, offer weaker coverage.

Senate bill could pass Crown Hydro Project

Published February 24, 2009

The bill is in the early stages, but it would forego the decision made by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board.

Conservation agencies face big cuts

Published February 23, 2009

The cuts could be nearly 23 percent, which some say is disproportional.

Rochester campus looking to expand

Published February 22, 2009

The campus will request more than $7 million from the city.

Indicted judge set to go on trial

Published February 22, 2009

HOUSTON (AP) âÄî U.S. District Judge Samuel Kent will be making judicial history when he enters a courtroom Monday âÄî but it wonâÄôt be the kind heâÄôll want to remember....

Partnership tries to make dent in mortgage crisis

Published February 19, 2009

Hundreds of properties have been evaluated and purchased.

Stimulus: business

Published February 18, 2009

Local business owners anticipate the impact of the national stimulus package.

Stimulus: higher education

Published February 18, 2009

The U may not end up with any additional money from the stimulus, other than Pell grant funds for students.