The report by Color of Change and Americans for Tax Fairness exposes the deep racial inequities in the U.S. tax system and calls for reforms to narrow the racial wealth gap.
COVID-19 pandemic
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Teens fight the State for benefits—and win
‘This is a great story of youngsters successfully challenging the state government.’
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Boost now or wait? Many wonder how best to ride out COVID’s next wave
Many people tuned out the pandemic long ago, putting them at risk during the current wave, experts said.
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What is the new COVID-19 variant BA.2, and will it cause another wave of infections in the US?
A new omicron subvariant of the virus that causes COVID-19, is quickly becoming the predominant source of infections amid rising cases around the world.
Posted inNational, News
Four reasons why Americans are still seeing empty shelves—with Christmas just around the corner
Walk into any U.S. store these days and you’re likely to see empty shelves. Shortages of virtually every type of product—from toilet paper and sneakers to pickup trucks and chicken —are showing up across the country. Looking for a book, bicycle, baby crib or boat? You may have to wait weeks or months longer than […]
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Are crowded sports stadiums a COVID risk?
For the first time since 2019, nearly all stadiums will be fully open to fans.
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As schools open, how will those behind catch up?
The academic consequences and long-term social implications of extended distance learning cannot yet be fully quantified.
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St. Paul postal worker begged for stronger COVID-19 protections before six-week hospital stay
A mail handler in St. Paul warned about unsafe COVID-19 public safety policies before getting sick with the virus.
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FCC offers $50 off broadband internet bill for qualifying households
As part of an effort to help families stay connected during the pandemic, the FCC has launched a program that will provide a discount of up to $50 per month towards broadband service for eligible households.
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Gov. Walz announces timeline to end state COVID-19 restrictions
Governor Tim Walz announced a three-step timeline to end nearly all state COVID-19 restrictions.
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Gov. Walz calls on legislature to pass summer learning package
The plan aims to help students catch up after a year of unprecedented learning disruptions caused by COVID-19 pandemic.
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President Biden: All American adults can expect COVID-19 vaccination by end of May
‘We’re now on track to have enough vaccine supply for every adult in America by the end of May.’
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Congress passes $900 billion COVID-19 relief bill, but it’s unclear if Trump will sign (updated)
The package, though far less than the CARES Act, includes much-needed relief for businesses and individuals, as well as resources for COVID-19 vaccination.
Posted inSports
Disappointed kids no excuse for needless risk
Playing sports for the sake of so-called normalcy under the misconception that it is safe from catching the deadly virus is risky at best.
Posted inOpinion
U.S. the biggest loser!
The United States of America, thanks to Trump, has become the biggest loser.
Posted inCOVID-19, Featured, Local & State, News
Governor Walz announces new COVID-19 restrictions as hospitals express capacity concerns
November have a direct link back to weddings, private social gatherings, and late nights at bars and restaurants.
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Free COVID-19 testing sites in Ramsey County
COVID-19 testing will again be available at Aldrich Arena in Maplewood over the next two weeks.
Posted inSports
College athletes stripped of value during peak years
The players’ health and safety has been largely overshadowed by loud wailing over the financial hit big-time schools will take.
Posted inBulletin
Become an election judge
A record number of people are voting by mail in 2020, and Hennepin County still needs election judges at polling places for the general election on November 3.
Posted inBulletin, COVID-19
Helping employees live in a pandemic
The new program is called HELP—Helping Employees Live in a Pandemic.