Career experts say asking for a raise isn’t off the table in a tough job market
By CATHY BUSSEWITZ, Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — With the U.S. experiencing a significant hiring slowdown, it’s a daunting time to be looking for...
The West’s power grid could be stitched together — if red and blue states buy in
By Alex Brown, Stateline.org For years, Western leaders have debated the creation of a regional energy market: a coordinated grid to pool solar power in...
‘I carry, and I don’t care who knows it’: Pastors pack heat in wake of church shootings
The Rev. Rodney Hudson has had enough scary confrontations in and around his churches that he has taken safety measures many would consider extreme. There...
Shooting at an Oklahoma State University residence hall wounds at least 3 people
STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — A shooting at an Oklahoma State University residence hall wounded at least three people early Sunday morning, according to a university...
Protecting the flock: A complicated challenge amid rising threats to churches
Across America, churches meant to be sanctuaries are facing deadly threats in the 21st century, and safeguarding congregations from attacks has become increasingly challenging. Church...
Wes Burdine: Why this St. Paul business owner is voting ‘yes’ to amend the city charter
I have lived in the Midway neighborhood of St. Paul for nine years now, and the business I own, the queer soccer bar The Black...