Minnesota News Connection

Industry groups say Minnesota is home to at least 40 data centers, with nearly a dozen more being proposed.

In the United States, the Roosevelt Institute cites research that says about 43% of families with young children who pay for child care pay unaffordable rates.

Federal prosecutors estimate that fraud targeting Minnesota aid programs could wind up exceeding $1 billion.

A teacher from the Bemidji area recently joined the American Federation of Teachers conference in Washington, D.C., as rural Minnesota school districts try to do more with less.

Around Minnesota, there are more than 42 federally funded programs that provide various forms of support to first-generation college students and students with disabilities.

In the face of lingering voter skepticism, some elections offices are turning to public relations to restore any lost faith. Minnesota is taking note.

The report examines results for children in four categories: education, health, economic well-being, and family and community.

The American Humane Society said just like their owners, the respiratory systems of dogs and cats can suffer when smoky conditions come on strong.

The program allows people to subscribe to a community solar garden and still get the benefits on their electric bill.

The Hortmans, who were fatally shot inside their home June 14, will lie in state from noon to 5 p.m. at the Minnesota State Capitol rotunda.