RedTram News Search Engine
Русский  English Українська  Français  Polski  Deutsch  Italiano  Español  中文   
29 May 2008 year (time zone GMT 00:00)  Number of sources in English: 4954
Navigating the themes
Navigating the regions
All Themes World America Anglo-Saxon America USA Minnesota
All Themes (Minnesota) RSS 2.0

Ethanol: the next generation

29.05.2008 22:14    minnesota.publicradio.org
The recently passed farm bill offers incentives for those who produce what's likely to be the next generation of ethanol.


Public comments on proposed expansion of Monticello nuclear plant

29.05.2008 22:14    minnesota.publicradio.org
Xcel Energy has asked state and federal regulators to allow the company to make more electricity at its Monticello Nuclear power plant.

Alliance wants more U-area homeowners

29.05.2008 21:23    mndaily.com
Rental properties vastly outnumber owner-occupied homes in neighborhoods around the University, but some people want to see that change.The University District Partnership Alliance recently approved a plan to preserve, maintain and increase ...
Alliance wants more U-area homeowners

Fareed Zakaria describes the 'The Post-American World'

29.05.2008 20:55    minnesota.publicradio.org
Newsweek International editor Fareed Zakaria argues in his new book, "The Post-American World," that the U.S. no longer dominates global politics, economy and culture. The New York Times bestselling author discussed his ideas recently at the Commonwealth Club of California.


Tornado victim's parents see signs of recovery

29.05.2008 20:54    minnesota.publicradio.org
The 4-year-old girl seriously hurt when atornado hit Hugo on Sunday remains in critical condition, but her family sees more reason for hope.

Larch beetle attacks northern forests

29.05.2008 20:54    minnesota.publicradio.org
Thousands of acres of tamarack trees are dying off in northern Minnesota. The trees are under attack from a small, native insect.

Minn. court refuses new trial for Chaska man who killed mom

29.05.2008 20:54    minnesota.publicradio.org (2)
A split state Supreme Court ruled that Grant Everson does not deserve a new trial because of how the district court allowed jurors to review evidence.

Worried Burmese community meets with Sen. Klobuchar

29.05.2008 20:54    minnesota.publicradio.org
Some members of the Twin Cities Burmese community are still trying to find out the fate of their family members who live in the area of Myanmar that was hit by a cyclone three weeks ago.

Central Corridor line approved, despite U of M's objections

29.05.2008 17:19    minnesota.publicradio.org
Plans for a light rail transit route connecting St. Paul and Minneapolis will move forward, but without the complete blessings of the University of Minnesota.

Ramping up to the Republican convention

29.05.2008 17:19    minnesota.publicradio.org
Former Republican Minnesota Gov. and Congressman Al Quie and former Republican U.S. Sen. Dave Durenberger join Midday to preview the Republican State Convention and discuss what it takes to be elected and serve in public office.

Is the problem of childhood obesity easing?

29.05.2008 17:19    minnesota.publicradio.org
A new study suggests the percentage of obese children has is not increasing anymore. Still, the rate is much higher than 30 years ago. Also, summer months away from school can help some kids with their weight, but hurt others.

Uncertainty over conservation programs in the farm bill

29.05.2008 15:59    minnesota.publicradio.org (2)
The new farm bill has more funding for conservation, but not everyone is happy with how that money will be spent.

Guthrie announces 'Little House' cast

29.05.2008 15:59    minnesota.publicradio.org
Actress Melissa Gilbert returns to "Little House on the Prairie" - but this time playing the mother of her character from the popular 1970s television show.

State agencies call for probe into Otter Tail Power rates

29.05.2008 15:58    minnesota.publicradio.org (2)
Two state agencies are calling for aninvestigation into how Otter Tail Power Co. sets its billing rates.

Police charge suspect for alleged rape of U of M student

29.05.2008 12:23    minnesota.publicradio.org
Minneapolis police have charged a suspect in connection to an alleged rape near the Univ. of Minn. May 4th.

Tornado likely to leave psychological scars

29.05.2008 12:22    minnesota.publicradio.org
Counselors say some tornado victims are already dealing with their emotions, but they predict for many others it will be months before they show signs of psychological stress.

Klobuchar says she'll push for funding for plant disease lab

29.05.2008 12:22    minnesota.publicradio.org
U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar says she'll fight topreserve funding for plant disease research at the University ofMinnesota.

1 | 2 | 3 »