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Outrage Over New Comcast Fee Hike Has Politicians, Regulators Involved

A notice from Comcast — also known as XFINITY — of a new fee is prompting outrage and confusion.

2013/02/20

U of Minn. Hires Firm To Study Admin. Costs

The University of Minnesota has hired an outside consulting firm to analyze the university’s administrative costs and report to state lawmakers.

2013/02/08

Mpls Releases Estimate Of Water Main Break Cost

The city of Minneapolis is releasing an early estimate for the cost of a huge water main break that sent water rushing through downtown.

2013/01/24

How To Manage Childrens’ Holiday Gift Expectations

According to a study by the American Research Group, Americans will spend an average of $854 in holiday gifts.

2012/12/11

Heating Costs Predicted To Rise This Winter

Heating costs hit record lows because of last year’s mild winter, but predictions of a “normal” season this year could mean a big increase.

2012/10/10

Good Question: What Do Vendors Pay To Be At The State Fair?

Everywhere you look at the Minnesota State Fair there’s another vendor, a booth, a stand. According to the fair, there are 1,200 to 1,300 licenses for businesses to operate for 12 days.

2012/08/29

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Universities Cut Costs By Focusing Offerings

Funding cuts from cash-strapped legislatures across the country are prompting state universities to raise tuition, but some public institutions are trying to buck the trend.

2012/07/24

Minn. Senators Troubled Over Costs In Sex Scandal

With taxpayers already out nearly $85,000, Minnesota senators voiced concern Wednesday about fast-growing legal bills connected to a sex scandal that toppled the GOP’s majority leader and a powerful aide.

2012/06/20

AC Repair Costs Up Due To Dwindling Supply Of Freon

It may be hard to keep your cool when you hear just how much it’ll cost you to repair your air conditioning if it breaks this summer.

2012/06/07

$628K Sought For MN Redistricting Costs

The Minnesota court panel that settled the latest round of political redistricting is now being asked to cover more than $628,000 in legal bills for the Democrats, Republicans and citizens who joined the lawsuit.

2012/05/15

Don’t Go Broke Over Prom This Year

Prom is right around the corner for many Minnesota teens. But it’s a big financial commitment for parents.

2012/04/19

Minn. Shutdown Costs Put At Nearly $60M

Minnesota budget officials said Tuesday that a 20-day government shutdown in July cost the state nearly $60 million but saved it about $65 million in salaries that weren’t paid to state employees.

2011/11/22

State Report To Tally Price Of Minn. Shutdown

Was Minnesota’s 20-day government shutdown a money saver or budget drain?

2011/11/21

Rising Cost Of Peanut Butter Creating A Sticky Situation

Families have been dealing with higher prices for milk and corn, and now a kid-favorite is going to get a lot more expensive. The price of peanut butter could rise as much as 40 percent by next month.

2011/10/12

Study: Child Care In Minn. Among Most Expensive

Minnesota ranks among the least affordable states for child care, according to a new national study, and those high prices coupled with the recession have resulted in more parents receiving state subsidies for the service.

2011/10/10

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