Nebraska Department of Labor Comments on State Workforce

Nebraska Department of Labor Comments on State Workforce

Minnesota Lawmakers Push to Curb Distracted Driving

Minnesota Lawmakers Push to Curb Distracted Driving

SD Legislative Republicans; Clearing Bills Sets the Stage for the Final Days

South Dakota legislators either moved or killed a large number of bills last week, to clear the way for the final days of the session.

SD Legislative Democrats; Little Progress on Workforce Development

Democrats in the South Dakota legislature say there hasn’t been progress on workforce development issues this session.

Few Dollars Don’t Add Up

The legislature will be working with a little more money than projected, but that could create some bigger problems.

Major Tax Cut Bill to be Debated in the Iowa Senate

A sweeping tax overhaul bill will be debated on the floor of the Iowa Senate this week, as opponents say it is too much, too soon.

City of Yankton Sees Strong Start in Sales Taxes

The City of Yankton ended 2017 with a spike in sales tax collections, and it appears that trend is continuing into the new year.

Rural Minnesota Families Need Insurance Help

A Minnesota lawmaker says she’s hopeful the financial burden of healthcare on farm families can be addressed this legislative session.

Twins Land Slugger

A person with knowledge of the deal tells The Associated Press that free agent slugger Logan Morrison and the Minnesota Twins have agreed to a one-year contract for $6.5 million, pending a physical.

Big Ten Regular Season Wraps

Regular season finales in Big Ten basketball saw Nebraska and Iowa score victories while Minnesota went down to another defeat.