Standardized math test scores have continued to decline for Minnesota students, Minnesota lakes in the northern part of the state have continued to be the source of a rare fungal infection, and 42,000 United Auto Workers continue their now two-week strike against General Motors. Reporter Mae Macfarlane has today’s News in :90.
News in :90 – May 10, 2019
Turkey’s state data security company is suing Facebook, a St. John’s student starts a petition to keep St. Thomas in the MIAC, a New York Times op ed by Mark Zuckerberg’s former roommate reveals more Facebook data violation, and St. Thomas’s Men and Women’s Lacrosse teams advance to nationals. Designer Mae Macfarlane has today’s News in: 90.
OPINIONS: Minimum wage employees are not paid enough
The cost of living continues to rise as the minimum wage remains the same. Columnist Kayla Mayer argues that low wages hurt both businesses and employees.
St. Thomas places compost bin outside Dowling Hall
St. Thomas students living on north campus can now compost with ease due to a new collection bin outside of Dowling Hall.
News in :90 – March 22, 2019
New Zealand held a prayer service, Jimmy Carter became the oldest living chief executive and judge to rule if R.Kelly can travel to Dubai to perform. Graphic Designer Mae MacFarlane has today’s News in :90.
Water main breaks on St. Thomas’ South Campus
Water and bathroom facilities were disrupted on St. Thomas’ South Campus Monday morning due to a water main break.