University under air quality warning Published March 6, 2009 A similar warning was issued for the Twin Cities in January.
State deficit shrinks with help from stimulus Published March 3, 2009 The deficit will stand at $4.57 billion.
More donating plasma in struggling economy Published March 3, 2009 Plasma centers have seen a growing number of donors locally.
Big Dance could bring in big bucks for U Published March 2, 2009 Depending on how well the University runs the tournament, it could gain up to $400,000.
Thrift stores boom in tough economic times Published March 2, 2009 Goodwill stores have seen at least 10 percent sales increases compared with October 2007.
Students aren’t guaranteed Pell grant increase Published March 1, 2009 Minnesota students may not see much of an increase in Pell grants.
Consumer confidence in food safety drops Published March 1, 2009 University of Minnesota researchers are using a first-of-its-kind survey to measure consumer sentiments on a weekly basis.
State health dept. finds increase in syphilis Published March 1, 2009 According to MDH, the new numbers link homosexual activity to the spread of syphilis.
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.