The monthly average of thefts in the Metro Transit System is down from 25 per month in 2013 to 20 per month so far in 2014.
Thefts decrease at Metro Transit bus stops
News in :90 – April 24, 2014
This is News in :90 for Thursday, April 24, 2014.
State law enforcement cracks down on texting while driving
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety reported 550 citations were issued for texting while driving between April 11-20.
News in :90 – April 23, 2014
This is News in :90 for Wednesday, April 23, 2014.
Minn. archbishop deposition on abuse made public
A recording of the deposition of Twin Cities Archbishop John Nienstedt regarding recent cases of alleged clergy sexual abuse was made public Tuesday.
News in :90 – April 22, 2014
This is News in :90 for Tuesday, April 22, 2014.
Teen stowaway shows holes in vast airport security
A 15-year-old slipping past layers of security made it clear that a determined person can still get into a supposedly safe area and sneak onto a plane.
Duo repurposes used bottles into glassware
Juniors Alex Meysman and Paul Schmidt create unique drinking glasses from empty alcohol bottles.
Spring reveals glitches in community-enforced smoking ban
While some have noticed a drop in the number of smokers, others said the ban is ineffective because of a lack of enforcement.
Students hold silent auction to benefit homeless
St. Thomas students in Business 200 held the 14th annual silent auction for The Listening House on April 13.
New health and human performance equipment comes to AARC
The department now has high-tech pieces of equipment that students can use for class.
HLC renews university’s accreditation
The Higher Learning Commission has approved St. Thomas for re-accreditation after 2 ½ years of preparation.
Emily Kindelspire named 2014 commencement speaker
Senior Emily Kindelspire was chosen last week by way of the university’s new nomination process.
News in :90 – April 16, 2014
This is News in :90 for Wednesday, April 16, 2014.
St. Thomas drone soars to success
The St. Thomas department of engineering has flown to new heights with an autonomous vehicle that placed second in a competition in Madison, Wis.