This is News in :90 for Monday, Jan. 21, 2013.
U of M suspends attendance policy due to flu
As students return from winter break this week, officials at the University of Minnesota say those who are experiencing flu symptoms should stay home.
Stillwater masseur convicted of unwanted fondling
A Stillwater massage parlor owner has been convicted of criminal sexual conduct after four women accused him of unwanted fondling.
News in :90 — Jan. 18, 2013
This is News in :90 for Friday, Jan. 18, 2013.
More no-smoking drama coming to Minn. Capitol
The curtain could soon fall on smoking as part of theatrical productions in Minnesota, under legislation introduced Thursday.
13 Maple Grove boys’ hockey players suspended
Thirteen players on the Maple Grove boys’ hockey team have been suspended for at least two games for what the coach calls an “off-ice episode.”
Anderson Student Center turns 1 year old
The Anderson Student Center has had several changes in its first year, but one change in the coming year will sense the presence of guests.
News in :90 — Jan. 17, 2013
This is News in :90 for Thursday, Jan. 17, 2013.
Obama unveils $500M gun violence package
Braced for a fight, President Barack Obama on Wednesday unveiled the most sweeping proposals for curbing gun violence in two decades.
News in :90 — Jan. 16, 2013
This is News in :90 for Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013.
Plans in the works for Senior Week 2013
While the Senior Class Council already has plans in the works for Senior Week come May, the group will most likely be turning to the senior student body for more ideas.
Facebook unveils social search feature
If you’ve ever wanted to know the most popular TV shows among your Facebook friends who are doctors, or wanted to see all the photos any of your friends have taken in Paris, the world’s biggest online social network has the answer.
News in :90 — Jan. 15, 2013
This is News in :90 for Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2013.
Financial aid cuts loom over students
Many people are experiencing financial woe as a result of the government’s efforts to reduce the country’s deficit, and if they aren’t feeling the effects already, students could be next.
Will longer school year help or hurt US students?
Education Secretary Arne Duncan, a chief proponent of the longer school year, says American students have fallen behind the world academically.