US Bank becomes latest bank to relax account overdraft policies, following BofA, JPMorganMINNEAPOLIS — U.S. Bank on Thursday became the latest financial institution to back off on the penalties customers face for overdrafting their accounts. A world first: AIDS vaccine cuts the risk of HIV infection by 31 percent in large Thai studyBANGKOK — For the first time, an experimental vaccine has prevented infection with the AIDS virus, a watershed event in the deadly epidemic and a surprising result. Recent failures led many scientists to think such a vaccine might never be possible. Families of US hikers held in Iran encouraged that Ahmadinejdad supports leniency in the caseMINNEAPOLIS — The families of three American hikers detained in Iran said Wednesday they were hopeful the three would be released and return home soon after Iran’ president said he would ask the country’s judiciary to be lenient in their case. Families of hikers held in Iran hope to learn more of loved ones when Ahmadinejad speaks to UNPINE CITY, Minn. — The families of three American hikers detained in Iran were hopeful to learn more Wednesday about their loved ones when Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad is to speak to the United Nations General Assembly. General Mills 1st-quarter profit rises on strong demand; food maker raises full-year outlookPORTLAND, Ore. — General Mills Inc., the maker of Cheerios and Yoplait yogurt, said Wednesday that its fiscal first-quarter profit surged 51 percent on lower ingredient costs and strong demand for its products. Airline ticket buyers will get a new way to spend a little more, for charityMINNEAPOLIS — Travelers who buy airline tickets already wrestle with add-ons like cars, hotels, or planting a tree to make up for the jet fuel planes burn. Soon, they may be able to donate to fight AIDS in developing countries, too. ACORN scandal offers a fat target for some state politicians, but actual contracts are fewST. PAUL, Minn. — As support for the community activist group ACORN withered in Congress in the wake of a hidden-camera scandal, Republican governors and other state officials moved swiftly to sever ties. It turns out the group often commanded little — if any — state business. Minn. Gov. Pawlenty to launch fundraising committee; possible step toward presidential runST. PAUL, Minn. — Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty is preparing to launch a national fundraising committee, another signal the Republican may be positioning himself for a possible 2012 presidential run. NFL, NFLPA warn players drug-testing program still in effect despite StarCaps lawsuitNFL players have been warned the league’s drug-testing program is still in effect despite commissioner Roger Goodell’s ruling to delay suspending several players who tested positive for a banned substance. Families of American hikers held in Iran hope Ahmadinejad’s visit to UN will bring good newsPINE CITY, Minn. — The families of the three American hikers detained in Iran said Tuesday they are holding out hope that the Iranian president will bring good news — or more — with him when he visits the United Nations this week. Former American Airlines chief backs effort to require a limit for planes to sit on tarmacWASHINGTON — A former CEO of American Airlines on Tuesday backed imposition of a three-hour time limit on how long airlines can strand passengers on airport tarmacs, but he also warned of unintended consequences. Federal appeals court upholds death sentence in Dru Sjodin kidnapping-slaying caseMINNEAPOLIS — A federal appeals court on Tuesday upheld the death sentence of a convicted rapist for the 2003 kidnapping and killing of a University of North Dakota student in a case that led Minnesota and North Dakota to toughen their sex-offender laws. Minn. Gov. Pawlenty to launch fundraising committee; downplays link to 2012 presidential runST. PAUL, Minn. — Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty is preparing to launch a national fundraising committee, another signal the Republican may be positioning himself for a possible 2012 presidential run. Former American Airlines CEO joins passenger rights advocates backing tarmac stranding limitWASHINGTON — A former CEO of American Airlines on Tuesday backed imposition of a three-hour time limit on how long airlines can strand passengers on airport tarmacs, but he also warned of unintended consequences. Federal appeals court affirms death sentence in Dru Sjodin kidnapping-slaying caseMINNEAPOLIS — A federal appeals court has affirmed the death sentence for a convicted sex offender who kidnapped and killed a college student about six months after being released from prison. Family waits for answers in shooting death of man killed by deputy while wearing swim trunksLE CENTER, Minn. — Two months after a plainclothes Minnesota sheriff’s deputy fatally shot an unarmed man wearing only swim trunks, family members of the dead man say they’re still waiting for an explanation. Man to answer questions for 4th day; attorney denies leaked reports of al-Qaida linkDENVER — A man under investigation in a terrorism probe in New York and Denver is expected to voluntarily answer questions for a fourth day even as a senior U.S. intelligence official says the man played a crucial role in an intended terrorist attack. FBI questions father of Colorado man being investigated in terrorism probeDENVER — A man under investigation in a terrorism probe in New York and Denver has indicated he is associated with al-Qaida and played a key role in a planned terror attack, a senior U.S. intelligence official said Friday. Defense says FBI questions father of Colorado man being investigated in terrorism probeDENVER — FBI agents were questioning the father of a man under investigation in a terrorism probe in New York and Denver, a spokeswoman for the defense team said Friday. U of Minnesota tackles stadium drinking with breath tests for rowdy studentsMINNEAPOLIS — Students who get kicked out of a University of Minnesota football game for drunken rowdiness won’t be allowed back next time unless they pass an alcohol breath test at the gate — one of the most extreme attempts yet by colleges to curb misbehavior in the stands. States offer instant traffic updates via Twitter, sending mixed message on texting and drivingFiddling with your iPhone behind the wheel can get you fined across much of the nation. But many states are more than happy to tweet you with up-to-the-minute directions on how to steer clear of a traffic jam. American Airlines says September traffic will fall 16.4 pct from August, while costs riseMINNEAPOLIS — American Airlines said on Friday that it expects its September traffic to fall 16.4 percent from August, as capacity drops 9.7 percent. Government study: Many urban streams salty enough to hurt aquatic life, road salt blamedMINNEAPOLIS — Many urban streams have become salty enough to harm aquatic life, largely because of salt used for deicing roads in the winter, according to a new government study released Wednesday. Airline trade group raises 2009 loss estimate to $11 billion; no profits until 2011Global airline losses are headed for a worse-than-expected $11 billion this year and it’s not clear when lucrative business travel will rebound to pre-recession levels, a trade group said on Tuesday. Best Buy 2nd quarter falls below expectations, but company raises guidanceRICHFIELD, Minn. — Best Buy Co., the largest U.S. electronics retailer, said Tuesday second-quarter results fell below expectations as sales at established stores fell. Nearly $400M lighter in debt, Star Tribune prepares to exit bankruptcy but with same pressuresMINNEAPOLIS — When the Star Tribune emerges from bankruptcy protection later this month, Minnesota’s largest newspaper will be far leaner than it once was — but with the same pressure to generate revenue. Obama tries to boost momentum on health care, will not accept ‘the status quo as a solutionMINNEAPOLIS — President Barack Obama assailed critics of his health care initiative Saturday, seeking to grab the megaphone from his opponents and boost momentum in his drive for congressional passage of his chief domestic priority. Obama pitches public option on health care overhauls, says he’s open on ‘how to set this up’MINNEAPOLIS — President Barack Obama says he wants to see a government-run option in the health care overhaul and remains open on “how to set this up.” White House spokesman: Iran talks should focus on country’s ‘illicit’ nuclear weapons programMINNEAPOLIS — The White House said Saturday that international talks with Iran should focus on the country’s nuclear program, a topic Tehran had ruled off limits until its foreign minister opened the door. Obama says he’ll be blamed if health plan doesn’t work, so he’s every reason to get it rightMINNEAPOLIS — Eager to grab the megaphone from his opponents, President Barack Obama carried a reinvigorated pitch to overhaul and expand the nation’s health insurance system in a trip Saturday to friendly territory. |
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