AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoRetail Shake-Up: Target says it’ll pour about $5B into 130+ store remodels this year, including expanded grocery and tech upgrades—Minneapolis is on the priority list. Cybersecurity in Education: Canvas, used by thousands of schools, was knocked offline by a cyberattack and is now back for most users, after students faced chaos during finals. Public Safety Tech: Minneapolis is considering a “drones as first responders” pilot, using two police-marked drones to stream live video to dispatch. Environment & Water: Researchers are studying how wildfires are changing northern Minnesota lakes, while a national roundup puts Lake Superior at the top for clearest water. Policy & Health: Minnesota’s AG Keith Ellison calls a climate lawsuit delay “frivolous,” and North Carolina watchdogs are scrutinizing a surge in Medicaid-funded autism therapy spending. STEM Minnesota Watchlist: Keep an eye on how drone pilots, wildfire science, and Canvas recovery affect local operations and learning.
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