MSP Airport is among 40 airports across the country set to reduce flight capacity in the wake of the ongoing government shutdown. FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced that the restrictions will go into effect Friday morning. When fully implemented, these measures will result in a 10% reduction in flight capacity, reports Bring Me the News.
State Senator Sandy Pappas, a DFL-er from St. Paul, is retiring from the Legislature after 42 years of service. This makes her the longest-serving current lawmaker in the state Legislature, according to MPR News. Pappas currently chairs the Senate committee responsible for crafting construction project bills. She has also served as Senate president and has an extensive list of legislative accomplishments.
The number of international students enrolled at the University of Minnesota has remained relatively stable this year. However, Sahan Journal reports a 27% decline in new international students from India following recent visa changes. University officials and alumni warn that if this trend continues, it could lead to fewer Indian international students in Minnesota, potentially impacting innovation and economic growth in the region.
A new MnDOT road project is causing concern among landowners in rural Dakota County. Miranda Sieh reached out to 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS, stating that MnDOT informed homeowners they intend to acquire 17 feet of land on each side of Highway 50 as part of a safety improvement project. If homeowners are unwilling to sell, the state may pursue the acquisition through eminent domain.
According to the Minnesota School Boards Association (MSBA), voters have approved over 60% of referendums seeking increased funding for schools across the state, Fox 9 reports. The MSBA notes that school districts have become more reliant on referendums than in the past to secure necessary funds.
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