The Minnesota Daily

Bill proposes smoke-free workplaces

by Stephanie Kudrle
Published February 24, 2004

A 2002 poll conducted by the Minnesota Smoke-Free Coalition found that 79 percent of voters favored a ban on smoking.

Edwards stumps for Minn. caucus votes

by Hank Long
Published February 23, 2004

There will be 87 Democratic convention delegates at stake in Minnesota's March 2 presidential contest.

City police might get Tasers

by Bridget Haeg
Published February 18, 2004

A Minneapolis man died shortly after officers shocked him with a Taser earlier this month.

Waiting period begins; strike threat delays opening light-rail line

by Britt Johnsen
Published February 18, 2004

The Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1005 sent a letter of intent to strike Tuesday afternoon. Once the Bureau of Mediation Services and the Metropolitan Council receive the letter, there is a 10-day cooling-off...

Women’s advocates lobby for funds

by Anna Weggel
Published February 12, 2004

Several women's support programs are facing deficits.

Residents urged to take part in hunt for new police chief

by Koran Addo
Published February 5, 2004

Community meetings will allow St. Paul residents to discuss what qualities they would like to see in the city's new police chief.

Biomass plant could cut energy expenses

by Nathan Hall
Published February 4, 2004

A biomass plant is being proposed for Minneapolis' Phillips neighborhood.

State funding to help low-wage workers gain fiscal stability

by Anna Weggel
Published January 29, 2004

This summer, 144 Minnesotans plan to buy homes, 101 to complete higher education plans and 119 to start small businesses, according to an article in Wednesday's St. Paul Pioneer Press. All of this is because...

Light rail safety, location changes continue

by Britt Johnsen
Published January 27, 2004

Funding for the line restructuring to the Mall of America will come from the federal government.

Minneapolis, St. Paul declare snow emergencies

by Koran Addo
Published January 27, 2004

On the first day of a snow emergency, SnOasis lots or ramps are available for parking at reduced rates or for free.