Lower Sioux Indian Community pioneers new building technique using hemp
The Lower Sioux Indian Community believes using hemp to build houses will help them address a housing shortage while promoting eco-friendly building practices.
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Minneapolis council members revive effort to pass rideshare ordinances after defeat
Three Minneapolis council members want to introduce two new ordinances that would increase wages and protections for Uber and Lyft drivers.
Lake Street businesses prepare for Mexican Independence Day celebration
Mercado Central in Minneapolis is hosting an event Friday to commemorate Mexican Independence Day.
Your Minnesota rebate check is coming from Montana. What to look out for when it comes in the mail.
The Minnesota Department of Revenue expects to send out 2.1 million rebate payments by the end of September.
Cultural Destinations booth at Minnesota State Fair connects diverse businesses to wider audience
A booth at the Minnesota State Fair allows several business owners of color to take turns showcasing their wares in the education building.
CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT
Red Lake Nation to receive Minneapolis land for treatment center
Tribal leaders will build an addiction treatment facility on two parcels north of Lake Street, which have been vacant for more than a decade.
Trip to Puerto Rico inspires Minnesota groups, elected officials
Learning about environmental justice and community resilience in Puerto Rico helps Minnesotans dream bigger.
Hmong farmers plant community and change in Dakota County
The Hmong American Farmers Association closed on farmland in Dakota County last year. Now, the more than 150 acres are home base for the organization and 20 families of Hmong farmers.
Want to help Minnesota curb air pollution in vulnerable neighborhoods? Here’s how.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is launching a three-year process to implement the newly passed cumulative impact law.
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