Periodicals Received by the Library, By Publisher

Access Press

Monthly

Aims to provide news, opinions and conversations to 'promote the social inclusion and legal rights of people with disabilities.'

Mpls/St. Paul

Monthly

'Provides timely, dependable, and interesting information...about the people, places, and events that form the Minneapolis and St. Paul' and covers local issues.

Labor World

24/year

Covers news regarding labor unions especially those affiliated with the Duluth AFL-CIO Central Labor Body.

Ag Innovation News

Quarterly

Published by the Agricultural Utilization Research Institute (AURI) 'to inform the food, agriculture and business communities and the general public about developments in new uses of agricultural commodities.'

Guttmacher Policy Review

Monthly

'Analyzes reproductive health policy-making in Washington, DC, and state capitals across the country bringing you information critical to understanding, anticipating and effecting change.'

Contingencies

6/year

Explores the issues driving the insurance and financial services industries. Written for actuaries as well as general readers with an interest in a range of financial and social concerns. Subjects include: Social Security, Medicare, managed health care, insurance regulation, and benefits trends.

American Affairs

Quarterly

"A quarterly journal of public policy and political thought"

AARP Bulletin

10/year

Provides brief articles of interest to seniors, especially regarding retirement and health.

AARP: The Magazine

6/year

Publishes long form articles of interest to seniors, including articles on health retirement, and popular culture.

Academe: Magazine of the American Association of University Professors

Quarterly

'Features articles on a wide range of topics in higher education as well as book reviews, Association news, and opinion columns.'

ABA Banking Journal

6/year

Published by the American Banking Association, this journal has articles exploring financial and societal trends and legislative issues related to the financial services industry.

ABA Journal

6/year

Published by the American Bar Association, includes articles regarding legal news and affairs and expert analyses of legal issues.

Criminal Justice

Quarterly

Publishes articles from the American Bar Association Criminal Justice Section regarding 'issues involving crime, criminal law, and the administration of criminal and juvenile justice.'

Ethanol Today

6/year

Highlights news and events affecting ethanol producers, investors, industry suppliers, and policymakers. Includes topics such as: cellulosic ethanol, E85, corn ethanol, food versus fuel, and ethanol’s carbon footprint.

Corrections Today

6/year

Published by the American Correctional Association (ACA) with articles for its professional membership and for individuals involved in every sector of the corrections and criminal justice fields.

Educational Evaluation and Policy Analysis

Quarterly

'Publishes scholarly articles of theoretical, methodological, or policy interest to those engaged in educational policy analysis, evaluation, and decision making.'

Stepping Up

6/year

Provides news for members of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), Minnesota Council 5 section and about the organization.

American Conservative, The

6/year

Reports in opposition to 'unchecked power in government and business,' promoting free markets and people, and commenting on United State's foreign affairs and national interests.

Tribal College: Journal of American Indian Higher Education

Quarterly

A culture-based publication that addresses higher education issues important to the American Indian and Alaska Native communities.

American Legion, The

Monthly

Published by the American Legion, it focuses on issues of interest to veterans, national security and patriotism.

American Libraries

6/year

Presents information related to the American Library Association and of interest to librarians and library staff.

Journal of the American Planning Association

Quarterly

'Publishes research, commentaries, and book reviews useful to practicing planners, policy makers, scholars, students, and citizens of urban, suburban, and rural areas.'

Planning

Quarterly

Offers news and analysis of planning programs and techniques in communities.

Zoning Practice

Monthly

'Monitors all the latest trends in local land-use controls and brings you [the reader] current news and ordinance excerpts.'

Policy & Practice

6/year

Focuses on public human services, featuring insight from top experts on national social policy issues.

Public Power

8/year

Publishes news and public policy information from the American Public Power Association.

Public Administration Review

6/year

Analyzes and reports on current issues in public administration.

Journal of the American Society of Legislative Clerks and Secretaries

Annual

Offers articles of interest to members of the Society of Legislative Clerks and Secretaries and to legislative staff, including topics such as parlimentary procedures and technology.

Architecture Minnesota

Annual

'Published to inform the public about architecture designed by AIA [American Institute of Architects] Minnesota members and to communicate the spirit and value of quality architecture to both the public and the membership.'

ANSR Bulletin

Irregular

Provides short articles on the activities of the Association for Nonsmokers-Minnesota (ANSR) and on nonsmoking advocacy in the state.

Educational Leadership

8/year

Provides 'information about teaching and learning, new ideas and practices relevant to practicing educators, and the latest trends and issues affecting prekindergarten through higher education.'

Journal of Government Financial Management

Quarterly

Publishes articles with practical insight into government financial mangement geared toward financial managers at all levels of government.

AMC Update

Irregular

Publishes weekly news briefs during the legislative session on issues pertaining to the Association of Minnesota Counties.

Minnesota Counties

Quarterly

Covers news for and about the Association of Minnesota Counties and its members.

Atlantic, The

10/year

Provides ground-breaking articles on politics, social trends, education, literature and the arts. Famous for its excellent writing and artistic quality.

Biomass Magazine

Quarterly

Contains articles directed towards people 'engaged in producing or utilizing biomass power and heat, advanced biofuels, biogas, wood pellets and biobased chemicals.'

Ethanol Producer Magazine

Monthly

Offers news and commentaries on 'plant optimization, research, science, technology, equipment, environmental health and safety, compliance, marketing, policy and events' in the ethanol industry.

Minnesota Trooper

3/year

Publishes articles with news and stories for and about members of the Minnesota State Troopers Association.

State and Local Government Review

3/year

'Provides a forum for the exchange of ideas among practitioners and academics that contributes to the knowledge and practice of state and local government politics, policy, and management.'

Catholic Spirit, The

24/year

'Seeks to inform, educate, evangelize and foster a spirit of community within the Catholic Church by disseminating news in a professional manner and serving as a forum for discussion of contemporary issues.'

Cato Journal, The

3/year

A free-market public policy journal that delivers reports for both experts and lay people.

Cato Policy Report

6/year

Publishes essays, news articles, reviews and more related to public policy and libertarian principles.

Cato Unbound

Monthly

"Each month, Cato Unbound will present an essay on a big-picture topic by an important thinker."

Policy Analysis (Cato Institute)

Irregular

Each issue consists of one essay on a current topic related to the evaluation of government policies and proposals for reform.

Regulation: The Cato Review of Business and Government

Quarterly

Offers well-researched, statistic-based articles about microeconomics and regulatory policy in many different industries.

State Tech: Technology Insights for IT Leaders in State & Local Government

Quarterly

'Explores technology issues that state and local government IT leaders and workers face when they’re evaluating and implementing a solution.'

CW360°

Annual

"An annual publication that provides communities, child welfare professionals, and other human service professionals, comprehensive information on the latest research, policies and practices in a key area affecting child well-being today."

Capitol Watch

Weekly (Not available for Contents Page service.)

Thinking Minnesota

Quarterly

'Thinking Minnesota' offers conservative policy and analysis that reflects conservative principles.

El Minnesotano

Irregular

Child Welfare

6/year

Provides scholarly articles that link 'the latest findings in child welfare and related research with the best practice, policy, and program development' and provides information on issues facing children, such as homelessness, abuse and disability.

Christian Science Monitor Weekly, The

Weekly

'Delivers thoughtful, global coverage' designed to make readers think, from the independent news organization, the Christian Science Monitor.

Chronicle of Higher Education, The

25/year

Provides a 'source of news, information, and jobs for college and university faculty members and administrators' featuring advice and discussion columns.

Circle, The

Monthly

Presents 'news from a Native American perspective, while granting an equal opportunity to community voices.'

Business Journal

Weekly

Covers local business news and sales lead data.

Clarity Journal

Irregular

Features the latest plain language research, practical advice, before-and-after examples, success stories, campaign strategies,' and other legal language writing advice.'

Educational Considerations

2/year

Features peer-reviewed articles related to a different theme in the field of educational leadership in each issue.

Columbia Journalism Review

2/year

Offers 'a mix of reporting, analysis, and commentary' that aims to 'encourage excellence in journalism in the service of a free society.'

Commentary

Monthly

Publishing thought-provoking opinion articles, 'the magazine has been consistently engaged with several large, interrelated questions' including: democracy, national security, Jews and Israel, and Western culture.

Legislative Studies Quarterly

Quarterly

Publishes scholarly research on representative assemblies, parliments and legislatures.

Congressional Digest

10/year

Features current controversies in Congress with pro and con arguments from contributers including members of Congress and representatives of groups affected by the issues.

Supreme Court Debates

9/year

Discusses the pros and cons of issues being debated by the Supreme Court.

CQ

Weekly

Delivers non-partisan news and analysis of legislative activity in Congress on the floor and behind the scenes written in easily accessible language.

CQ Researcher

Weekly

Each issue treats a single topic of current interest, such as: health, criminal justice, education, the environment, and the economy. Reports provide historical perspective, current situation and likely future developments.

Consumer Reports

Monthly

Provides 'unbiased product testing and ratings, research, journalism, public education, and advocacy' to ensure consumers are fully informed.

Educational Policy

7/year

Focuses on the practical consequences of educational policy decisions, examines the relationship between educational policy and practice, and sheds new light on important debates within the field.

Capitol Ideas

6/year

'Provides state leaders with a fresh perspective and the latest information affecting the state.'

Stateline Midwest

Monthly

Publishes articles about public policy and legislative issues in the Midwest of interest to lawmakers, as well as updates about the Midwestern Office of the Council of the State Governments.

Business Insurance

Monthly

'Delivers in-depth analysis on new and emerging risks [for businesses], case studies of successful programs, market intelligence on trends, and guidance on how to capitalize on opportunities and overcome challenges.'

Modern Healthcare

24/year

Covers news about healthcare business, policy, events, and research.

Mid-America Business Conditions Index

Monthly

Offers economic indicators regarding growth in a nine-state area from North Dakota to Arkansas.

Minnesota Lawyer

2/week

Publishes news about Minnesota's legal profession and its courts, including advice and weekly appeals court decisions.

Journal of Health Politics, Policy and Law

6/year

The journal focuses on the initiation, formulation, and implementation of health policy and analyzes the relations between government and health--past, present, and future.

Government Technology

Monthly

'Chronicles the dynamics of governing in the information age' through coverage of IT case studies, emerging technologies and digital technology.

Dollars & Sense

6/year

'Publishes economic news and analysis, reports on economic justice activism, primers on economic topics, and critiques of the mainstream media's coverage of the economy.'

Amber Waves: The Economics of Food, Farming, Natural Resources and Rural America

Monthly

Showcases Department of Agriculture research and analysis on economic and policy issues related to agriculture, food, the environment, and rural America.

Economist, The

Weekly

'Offers authoritative insight and opinion on international news, politics, business, finance, science and technology.'

Education Week

20/year

Includes news articles on K-12 education policy and serves as a bridge between policy and practice in the field.

Minnesota Educator

6/year

Shares news about education issues and opportunities for educators, as well as union and political news that affects public education in Minnesota.

Enterprise Minnesota

Quarterly

Provides information about the manufacturing industry in Minnesota to help companies succeed in the field.

ECOS Green Report

Monthly

Reports on a specific environmental issue each month, 'to improve the capability of state environmental agencies and their leaders to protect and improve human health and the environment of the United States of America.'

Farm Journal

Monthly

Provides 'practical information on crops, livestock and general agriculture for farm families.'

State Policy Reports

22/year

'Each issue covers a variety of topics including trends in state spending, the quarterly index of state economic momentum, federal aid to states and state tax burdens.'

Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago - Economic Perspectives

Irregular

Features 'in-depth articles reporting on the Chicago [Federal Reserve Bank's] economic research.'

Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City - Economic Review

Quarterly

Features 'articles by Kansas City [Federal Reserve Bank] staff on issues of relevance to the Federal Reserve, including macroeconomics and monetary policy, regional and international economics, banking, financial markets, and payments systems.'

Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis - Quarterly Review

Irregular

'Presents economic research [from the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis] aimed at improving policymaking by the Federal Reserve System and other governmental authorities.

For All

2/year

Economic Insights

Quarterly

Presents articles written by the Federal Reserve bank of Philadelphia's staff economists that are aimed at readers with a general interest in economics. Topics covered include economic policy, banking, and financial and regional economics.

Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis - Review

Quarterly

Publishes research articles 'intended for an economically informed but broad readership from the undergraduate student to the PhD.'

Page One Economics Newsletter

9/year

Each issue consists of a short essay on a current economic topic, written for the general public, librarians, and teachers.

Forbes

6/year

Aims to 'deliver information on the people, ideas and technologies changing the world to our community of affluent business decision makers.'

Mother Jones

6/year

'Specializes in investigative, political, and social justice reporting.'

Facets of Freshwater

Quarterly

'Publishes information on water, conservation and threats to water quality and sustainability.'

Government Finance Review

6/year

'Explores best practices in the realm of government finance...reports the latest news in governmental accounting, examines intergovernmental affairs, and provides the latest information in the field.'

Monthly Labor Review

Monthly

Publishes fact, analysis, and research from the Bureau of Labor Statistics on a variety of topics, including the labor force, the economy, wages, inflation, and more.

Occupational Outlook Quarterly

Monthly

'Provides practical information on jobs and careers' and includes information on unusual occupations, salary trends, and new studies from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Public Health Reports

6/year

'Provides important research and key discussions on the major issues confronting the public health community.'

SOI Bulletin

Quarterly

'Provides the earliest published annual financial statistics from various types of tax and information returns filed.' Issued by the Statistics of Income Division of the Internal Revenue Service.

Agweek

Weekly

Offers short articles on agriculture news, policy, programs and markets.

Advisor (Great Lakes Commission)

Irregular

Provides 'regular updates on [the Great Lakes] Commission policy positions and programs, regional events and binational issues.' The Great Lakes Commission promotes 'the orderly, integrated and comprehensive development, use and conservation of the water resources of the Great Lakes Basin.'

Mazinaigan

Quarterly

Publishes news about the Great Lakes Indian Fish & Wildlife Commission and about policies regarding treaty rights and natural resources.

Harper's

Monthly

'Explores the issues that drive our national conversation, through long-form narrative journalism and essays' and focuses on issues related to politics, society, the environment, and culture.

Harvard Business Review

10/year

Publishes recent business research and ideas to help business leaders manage their organizations effectively.

Harvard Educational Review

Quarterly

'Provides an interdisciplinary forum for innovative thinking and research in education' in order to shed light on important current educational issues.

Harvard Journal on Legislation

2/year

Provides articles focused on 'legislative reform and on the efficiency and effectiveness of legislative decision-making.'

Hastings Center Report, The

6/year

'Explores the ethical, legal, and social issues in medicine, health care, public health, and the life sciences.'

Health Affairs

Monthly

'Explores health policy issues of current concern in domestic and international spheres.'

Budget & Tax News

10/year

Reports on the latest developments of concern to national, state, and local elected officials regarding the topic of budget and tax news.

Health Care News

10/year

Reports on the latest developments in health care reform of concern to elected officials at the local, state, and national levels.

Change: The Magazine of Higher Learning

6/year

'Deals with contemporary issues in higher learning' and 'spotlights trends, provides new insights and ideas, and analyzes the implications of educational programs, policies, and practices.'

Environment

6/year

'Analyzes the problems, places, and people where environment and development come together' and 'features in-depth reviews of major policy reports, conferences, and environmental education initiatives.'

Hennepin Lawyer, The

11/year

Educates and informs lawyers in the Hennepin County area about current issues and avents related to the law and profession.

Phi Kappa Phi Forum

Quarterly

'Serves as a general-interest publication as well as a platform for The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi.'

HLA Action News

Quarterly

Publishes information about and relevant to the Human Life Alliance (HLA), a pro-life community outreach program.

ILR Review

5/year

Provides 'international and interdisciplinary research that advances new theory, presents novel empirical work, and informs organizational and public policy' about work and employment issues.

Online Searcher

6/year

Includes articles on online and database searching techniques, the utility of new technologies, and the trends affecting information professionals.

In These Times

Monthly

Provides a forum for debate about current policies regarding democracy and economic justice and how they will affect our future.

Focus (Institute for Research on Poverty)

2/year

Aims to 'provide coverage of poverty-related research, events, and issues, and to acquaint a large audience with the work of the Institute for Research on Poverty by means of short essays on selected pieces of research.'

Journal of Health Care for the Poor and Underserved

Quarterly

Focuses on 'contemporary health care issues of medically underserved communities' through research papers, reports and analyses.

First Things

10/year

Publishes interreligious, nonpartisan research from the Institute on Religious and Public Life about religion and public philosophy in modern society.

Status Report

10/year

Contains short items relating to all aspects of road, vehicle and driver accident prevention from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

Economic Development Journal

Quarterly

Features 'in-depth articles on important programs, projects, and trends [regarding economic development] in the United States and around the world.'

Issues in Science and Technology

Quarterly

Discusses 'public policy related to science, engineering, and medicine,' both as policy affects science and as science affects policy.

Journal of Policy Analysis and Management

Quarterly

Covers issues and practices in governmental policy analysis and public management.

Journal of Law & Politics, The

Quarterly

Consists of articles about scholarly research and analysis on the intersection of law and politics.

Hmong Times

26/year

Publishes useful information for and about the Hmong community in the Twin Cities.

Land Stewardship Letter, The

Quarterly

Covers news related to the Land Stewardship Program and conservation in Minnesota and aims to foster ethic stewardship of farmland and promote sustainable agriculture and communities.

Cities Bulletin

24/year

Publishes weekly legislative updates about topics related to Minnesota cities in general, and to the League of Minnesota Cities.

Minnesota Cities

6/year

Published by the League of Minnesota Cities to promote excellence in local governments through advocacy, education, and policy development. Includes articles on parks, technology, and more.

League of Women Voters of Minneapolis ... Voter

Quarterly

Offers information about current affairs related to public policy and the promotion of active, informed participation in the government by all citizens.

Capitol Letter

Irregular

A publication of the League of Women Voters Minnesota, providing reports from LWV Minnesota staff and their Lobby Corps on what is happening in the current legislative session.

DeBahJiMon Telling News

Monthly

'Provides printed documentation of tribal events' of the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe.

Library of Congress Magazine

6/year

Publishes news about the Library of Congress and to share and promote its resources.

City Journal

Quarterly

Offers articles about urban policy from journalists, businessmen, and financiers, covering varying topics from school financing to urban architecture.

Technology Review

6/year

Features articles to help the public better understand new technologies and their social and political implications.

Businessweek

Weekly

Reports unbiased 'on economies, markets, companies, industries and governments' with 'complete context, perspective and precision.'

Washington Examiner

Weekly

News coverage, investigative reporting and commentary on Washington's politics and public policy.

MSP Noise News

Irregular

Aims to 'inform interested community members of the activities associated with MSP (Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport) and actions taken by the MSP Noise Oversight Committee.'

Milbank Quarterly, The

Quarterly

Features original research, policy review and analysis regarding population health and health policy.

Ojibwe Inaajimowin

Monthly

Minnesota Township Insider

5/year

Contains legislative updates, legal assistance, current events, and more for town board members in townships in Minnesota.

Prairie Grains

8/year

Provides information for and about members of the Minnesota Association of Wheat Growers, North Dakota Grain Growers Association, South Dakota Wheat, Inc. and the Montana Grain Growers Association.

Animal Bytes

Monthly

Delivers information on animal health news regarding diseases, vaccinations and more.

Minnesota Board of Pharmacy News

Quarterly

Published to promote compliance of pharmacy and drug law

Fiscal Focus

6/year

Provides 'news, analysis, and commentary on tax and spending topics in the headlines.'

Legislative Spotlight

Irregular

'Summarizes every bill referred to either tax committee plus additional bills considered to be of interest' to members of the Minnesota Center for Fiscal Excellence.

MCA Forum

6/year

Provides articles for members of the Minnesota Corrections Agency that promote the professional development of individuals working in the corrections field, as well as ethical correctional practice.

FYi: From the Information Policy Analysis Division

6/year

Assists 'government entities in performing their duties and individuals in actualizing their rights,' and offers information on 'complex legal, technical, and policy issues.'

Risk Management Alert

3/year

Provides short news articles about Minnesota state government's insurance program and state workers' compensation and safety programs.

State Register

Weekly

Contains news and updates from Minnesota's Executive Branch of government regarding rules, executive orders, official notices, grants, and more.

Workers' Compensation Bulletin

Irregular

Shares brief updates from the Workers' Compensation Program, part of the Risk Management Program in the Minnesota Department of Administration.

PFMD Update

2/year

Provides comprehensive, accurate information about the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) Pesticide and Fertilizer Management Division's events, programs, policies and regulations.

Fuels Monitoring

Weekly

Provides 'storage inventories from Prime Petroleum suppliers within the state,' data from the Energy Information Administration and information showing total monthly consumption of motor fuels.

Hotline

Monthly (Not available for Contents Page service.)

Lino Ledger, The

6/year

Offers news for and submissions by inmates of the Minnesota Correctional Facility in Lino Lakes, as well as their friends and family.

Focal Point, The

6/year

Provides news, entertainment, and information regarding the Minnesota Correctional Facility in Moose Lake to the inmate population as well as outside readers.

Gold Rush Chronicle

6/year

Publishes submissions by and information for inmates at the Minnesota Correctional Facility-Rush City.

Reflector, The

Quarterly

Publishes news, information, and creative pieces by and for the women of the Minnesota Correctional Facility at Shakopee.

Pillar

Monthly

Publishes news and inmate contributions from the Minnesota Correctional Facility in St. Cloud.

Prison Mirror, The

Monthly

Offers news, information and inmate contributions to the population of the Minnesota Correctional Facility at Stillwater.

Learning Matters

Irregular

'Provides education-related news and information on agency initiatives and events at the Minnesota Department of Education.'

Minnesota Economic Trends

Quarterly

'Provides expert analysis of the state's labor market, industries and economy.'

Minnesota Employment Review

Monthly

'Examines labor market conditions and key economic indicators statewide.'

Minnesota Quarterly Export Statistics

Quarterly

Tracks Minnesota's manufactured export trends and reports on the collected data. Prepared by the Department of Employment and Economic Development's Economic Analysis Unit.

Small Business Notes

11/year

'Provides timely, accurate and useful information on topics of interest to small businesses in Minnesota.'

Disease Control Newsletter

Annual

Contains articles on infectious diseases and the public health in Minnesota.

Health Economics Program Issue Brief

Irregular

Includes information about research and applied policy analysis regarding change in the health care marketplace and factors influencing health care cost, quality and access.

Minnesota Well Management News

2/year

'Provides updates on statute and rule changes, well code interpretations, listings of continuing educational opportunities, and feature stories about wells, borings, and drilling contractors in the state of Minnesota.'

Prairie Island Nuclear Generating Plant and Independent Spent Fuel Storage Installation

Monthly

Provides 'data on radiation levels surrounding Xcel Energy's Independent Spent Fuel Storage Installation (ISFSI) at the Prairie Island Nuclear Generating Plant.'

Waterline

Quarterly

Covers news and information for 'water operators, city officials, and others interested in news related to public water systems in Minnesota.'

Minnesota Vital Signs

Irregular

Highlights 'various natality and mortality topics at the state level' as well as data on the health of Minnesotans.

Family Self-Sufficiency and Health Care Program Statistics

Monthly

Provides statistical information on the Family Self-Sufficiency and Health Care Program, including forecasts of caseloads and expenditures.

Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) County Specific Report

Monthly

Provides monthly Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) and Diversionary Work Program (DWP) data for counties.

Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) Management Indicators Report

Quarterly

Provides 'quarterly data on state-mandated performance measures by county and region.'

The Ranger

24/year

A publication of the Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board; their stated mission is to promote and invest in business, community and workforce development for the betterment of northeastern Minnesota.

CCLD Review

Quarterly

'Promotes safe, healthy work and living environments in Minnesota and informs construction and code professionals about the purpose, plans and progress of Construction Codes and Licensing Division' of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry.

Compact (Minn. Dept. of Labor and Industry)

Quarterly

'Provides workers' compensation related department news and case information' from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry.

Safety Lines

Quarterly

Promotes 'occupational safety and health and informs readers of the purpose, plans and progress of Minnesota OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration).'

Minnesota Conservation Volunteer

6/year

Provides coverage of Minnesota's environmental issues and outdoor news.

Roots

6/year

Covers news about the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry, and about forests, woodlands, new technologies and current events.

Sales Tax Fact Sheet

Irregular

Informs interested parties about Minnesota tax laws and individuals' rights and responsibilities.

MnDOT Newsline

24/year

Provides news for employees of the Minnesota Department of Transportation.

EQB Monitor

Weekly

'Lists descriptions and deadlines for Environmental Assessment Worksheets, Environmental Impact Statements and other notices.'

Voice of Agriculture

6/year

'Reports state and national legislation that affects Minnesota's agricultural economy.' Published by the Minnesota Farm Bureau.

Minnesota Agriculture

Monthly

Published by the Minnesota Farmers Union, this newsletter covers economic interests and quality of life issues for farmers, ranchers, and rural commnities.

Minnesota Woodlands

6/year

'Features the latest information for woodland owners, including upcoming events' with the Minnesota Forestry Association, and promotes stewardship of woodlands.

Gaming News

Quarterly

Provides information from the Minnesota Gambling Control Board regarding news, rules and changes, and information for those working in the gambling industry.

News Release (Governor Tim Walz)

Irregular

Publishes short press releases from the Office of the Governor's Newsroom.

Minnesota History

Quarterly

Published by the Minnesota Historical Society, 'each issue offers a variety of topics drawn from more than 150 years of state and regional history.'

Minnesota Land Trust News and Views

3/year

Covers news and events related to the Minnesota Land Trust, a nonprofit conservation organization.

Money Matters

Irregular

Provides 'in-depth analysis of subject matter related both to fiscal policy and the operation of state programs.'

Revenue & Economic Update

Quarterly

'Reports on how actual revenue collections for the current year compare to the previous forecast as well as provide notes on changes in the national and state economic outlook.'

Minnesota Medicine

6/year

Features stories about important issues and people in the Minnesota medical community and articles about research and medical care.

Minnesota Monthly

6/year

Covers news about arts, food, style, living and travel in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas.

Special Places

3/year

Provides news articles about the issues, people, and events of the Parks & Trails Council of Minnesota.

Minnesota Rural Water Today

Quarterly

Aims to inform the public about operation and maintenance items, and current rules and regulations within the rural water industry.

Memo to Members

5/year

Publishes news about the Minnesota Safety Council, as well as events offered by the council and safety tips in general.

Leader

Monthly

Contains information about school district administrative policies; legislative updates; upcoming state and national meetings; teacher labor agreement settlements; school bond and levy elections - and many other education items of interest.

MSBA Journal

6/year

'Contains editorial comments, feature stories about school districts, and articles of current interest relating to education.' The official publication of the Minnesota School Boards Association.

Notice of Vacancies in Multi-Member Agencies

24/year

Publishes monthly lists of vacant positions in Minnesota State Boards, Councils and Committees with insturctions for applicants.

Minnesota Sheriff

2/year

Publishes educational articles and news updates from the Minnesota Sheriff's Association (MSA).

Companion, The

Quarterly (Not available for Contents Page service.)

Highlights the academic and after school programs offered by the Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf.

Bench & Bar of Minnesota

11/year

Publishes current, 'original articles that advance the education, competence, ethical practice, and public responsibility of Minnesota lawyers and that promote a sense of community among members of the legal profession.'

Minnesota Fire Chief

Quarterly

Covers information for members of the Minnesota State Fire Chiefs Association about administration, effective fire protection, new technologies and more.

Game Plan

Monthly

Provides 'news and ideas for Minnesota State Lottery retailers.'

Messenger

2/year

Offers updates and news from the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).

TRIB: Teachers Retirement Information Bulletin

3/year

'Contains timely information about benefit programs and articles concerning legislative developments' regarding retirement.

Technology Exchange

Quarterly

Publishes 'training and technical assistance news geared to local agency transportation professionals.'

Minnesota Women's Press

Monthly

Tells 'women's stories in ways that create community and encourage change.'

Minneapolis Labor Review

Monthly

Covers news about the Minneapolis Regional Labor Federation and about social and economic justice for working people.

American Jewish World, The

Monthly

Publishes items of interest to the Minnesota Jewish community both about local and national issues.

MLR Update

Annual

Provides news about issues affecting lake and river property owners, especially as they relate to taxation.

Minnesota Physician

Monthly

Offers articles about the healthcare business and its leaders, as well as news and issues in the industry.

In Transit

6/year

Publishes news regarding the Minnesota Public Transportation Association.

Northern Gardener

6/year

Publishes articles, practical suggestions, and expert advice on all aspects of northern climate gardening and horticulture.

MinnPost

Daily (Not available for Contents Page service.)

An internet news and commentary daily focusing on Politics & Policy, Health, Education, Environment, Arts & Culture, Business, and Sports.

Mitchell Hamline Law Journal of Public Policy and Practice

Annual

A student-run and student-edited law journal with topics relating to legal practice, legal issues faced by the public, and legal policy solutions.

Mitchell Hamline Law Review

Quarterly

MS.

Quarterly

Provides national and international coverage of feminism and women's rights issues.

Twin Cities Business

6/year

Offers business news, insight, and analysis, including profiles of individuals, products, and businesses, as well as general interest articles.

Nation, The

26/year

Publishes critical articles regarding national, social, and political issues.

National Affairs

Quarterly

Publishes essays about domestic policy, political economy, society, culture, and political thought.

Advocate

Quarterly

Published by NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, this newsletter includes articles on mental illness advocacy, legislation, and support.

County News

24/year

Provides articles relavent to county governments across America.

Journal of Insurance Regulation

Irregular

Provides research articles about major regulatory and public policy issues in insurance.

National Civic Review

Quarterly

'Features thoughtful essays on democratic governance and civic engagement.'

NCOIL Newsletter

Monthly

Provides brief articles describing insurance issues in the legislature at the state and federal levels.

Canvass, The: States and Election Reform

10/year

The Canvass, NCSL's elections newsletter, is designed to assemble data, legislative practices, and insight from the 50 states and U.S. territories into an "executive summary" for legislators and key staff.

Capitol to Capitol

Weekly

Offers updates about current and upcoming issues in Congress. Published by the National Conference of State Legislatures.

Fiscal Brief

Monthly

NCSL Fiscal Briefs are snapshots of timely state budget and tax issues.

NCSL Legisbrief

48/year

Each two page newsletter provides information on a single emerging issue of interest to legislators and legislative staff.

Newsline (Legislative Research Librarians)

3/year

Publishes short articles with news for and about legislative library staff and about library operations and procedures.

State Legislatures

24/year

Offers national coverage of state politics and policy, including new legislation, effective programs and federal initiatives.

National Geographic

Monthly

Publishes scientific and educational articles about current global issues in geography, archaeology and natural science.

NLSSA Newsletter

3/year

Provides concise news articles about the National Legislative Services and Security Administration.

National Review

24/year

Features articles about policy development, public education, and advocacy with a conservative voice.

America's First Freedom

Monthly

Features articles on gun rights and news on legislative action in this area.

Traffic Safety

Monthly

Covers federal and state trends in transportation safety for professionals in the transportation field.

National Tax Journal

Quarterly

Publishes quality, 'original research on governmental tax and expenditure policies.'

NRRI Now

Monthly

Provides news about the activities of the Natural Resources Reseach Institute and about the maintenance and economic development of natural resources in Minnesota.

Nature Conservancy

Quarterly

Features articles about land and water conservation issues worldwide.

New England Journal of Medicine, The

Weekly

Publishes research and information about current developments in biomedical science and clinical practice.

American Prospect, The

6/year

Presents liberal articles on economics, policy, politics and social justice in America.

New Republic, The

10/year

Covers politics, culture and big ideas from a thought-provoking perspective.

New York Times Book Review, The

Weekly

Publishes book reviews, articles about books and authors, and bestseller lists.

New York Times Magazine, The

Weekly

Publishes stories about politics, global issues, finance, the economy, culture, science and more.

New Yorker, The

Weekly

Offers reports and commentaries on politics, international affairs, popular culture, science and technology, and business, as well as works of fiction and cartoons.

North Star Journal, The

2/year

Covers news about the environmental advocacy work of the Minnesota North Star chapter of the Sierra Club.

Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology, The

Quarterly

Features articles, research, and reviews regarding legal scholarship on crime.

Journal of Legislation

2/year

Provides law reviews focused on statutory, regulatory, and public policy issues at the state, national, and international levels.

Outdoor News

Weekly

Covers important issues in the local hunting and fishing scene, as well as information for outdoor enthusiasts in Minnesota.

Workforce Management

Annual

'Covers the intersection of people management and business strategy' and promotes effective management of workforces. Targeted at Human Resources professionals.

American Scholar, The

Quarterly

Committed to 'the affairs of the world,' this magazine offers articles about public affairs, literature, science, history and culture, and is published by Phi Beta Kappa.

Phi Delta Kappan

8/year

A professional magazine that features articles about 'classroom practice, policy, research, professional issues, and innovations in education.'

Population Bulletin

Quarterly

Provides information on U.S. and international population trends. Each issue features an essay on a specific topic related to population.

Postsecondary Education Opportunity

Monthly

Aims to inform those working in policy and programming related to providing postsecondary education opportunity for all Americans.

Progressive, The

6/year

Reports on social movements, politics, foreign policy, activism, and corporate practices with a goal of informing the public interest.

Public Citizen News

6/year

Provides news about the Public Citizen organization, which fights for corporate and government accountability and individual's rights.

PERA News

2/year

Provides news articles for retirees and benefit recipients of the Public Employees Retirement Association of Minnesota.

PERAphrase, The

Quarterly

Provides news articles for employers of the Public Employees Retirement Association of Minnesota.

Public Utilities Fortnightly

Monthly

Provides information and analysis about electric, natural gas, water and telecommunications industries for those working in management, and in financial and legal fields related to public utility industries.

Reason

11/year

Covers news, politics, and culture from a libertarian point of view.

Minnesota Preservationist, The

Quarterly

Each issue covers a specific preservation topic, including issues and resources for protecting Minnesota's historic resources.

Ripon Forum, The

6/year

Provides a 'forum for fresh ideas, well-researched proposals, and for a spirit of criticism, innovation, and independent thinking within the Republican Party.'

State Politics & Policy Quarterly

Quarterly

Publishes original research on state politics and policy, and studies that explore hypotheses about political behavior and policymaking in individual states.

Science News

26/year

This newsletter from the Society for Science & the Public, features brief, easily accessible articles on current scientific discoveries and research.

Scientific American

Monthly

Publishes articles about developments in science, technology information and policy for a general audience.

Sierra

6/year

Features news about environmental laws and regulations, tips for greener living, and articles about intriguing wild places and conservation.

Smithsonian

10/year

Features articles about news, exhibits, events, and current research at the Smithsonian.

US Economic Outlook

Monthly (Not available for Contents Page service.)

Contains monthly economic forecasts on several major economic indicators. Available for use by legislative/state officials and employees only.

Constellations

Quarterly (Not available for Contents Page service.)

Includes short articles about assistive technologies for people with disabilities, from the System of Technology to Achieve Results (STAR).

Star Tribune Magazine

Quarterly

Features stories on the issues and characters shaping life in the Twin Cities and Minnesota. With additional articles about home design and de´cor, food, fashion -- and more.

State Tax Notes

Weekly

Provides a weekly summary of state tax news, analysis and commentary.

Texas Observer, The

6/year

Focuses on issues 'ignored in the mainstream press,' covers 'stories crucial to the public interest and [provokes] dialogue that promotes democratic participation and open government.'

Farmer, The

Monthly

Offers news related to Minnesota agriculture including information on new innovations, weather patterns, and more.

Week, The

Weekly

"The Best of the U.S. and International Media."

Education Next

Quarterly

Presents 'worthy research, sound ideas, and responsible arguments' related to school reform.

Notre Dame Journal of Law, Ethics & Public Policy

2/year

Analyzes law and public policy from an ethical perspective and with a Judeo-Christian lens. Offers suggestions for workable legislative and judicial reforms.

Fortune

Monthly

Publishes news articles and features on national and international business and finance.

Time

24/year

Features articles on national and global news issues as well as popular culture.

Public Budgeting and Finance

Quarterly

Analyzes current issues in all aspects of government finance including budget processes and policy and financial management.

TR News

6/year

Features articles relating to research and development activities in all modes of transportation from the Transportation Research Board and news items for the transportaion community.

Economic Indicators

Monthly

'Provides economic information on gross domestic product, income, employment, production, business activity, prices, money, credit, security markets, Federal finance, and international statistics.'

Personal Income and Outlays

Monthly

Presents estimates of wages and salaries, personal current taxes, and contributions for governemnt social insurance from the quarterly census of employment and wages from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Current Population Reports : P-70 Household Economic Studies

Irregular

Each issue focuses on one topic related to Household Economic Studies, such as: child care arrangements, maternity leave, living conditions, and home-based workers.

National Vital Statistics Reports

Irregular

Covers statistics on births, deaths, marriage, and divorce in the U.S.

National Institute of Justice Journal

Irregular

'Features articles to help criminal justice policymakers and practitioners stay informed about new developments' and policy decisions in the criminal justice system.

Bureau of Justice Statistics Bulletin

Irregular

A national journal publishing data on criminal ativities and on the justice system to assist in policymaking.

UI Data Summary

Quarterly

Provides an overview of the unemployment insurance system at the state and national level, including statistics from the Unemployment Insurance Data Base and outside sources.

Consumer Price Index News Release - Midwest CPI Summary

Monthly

Summarizes consumer price index information for all urban consumers, urban wage earners and clerical workers in the Midwest, including Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit, Cincinnati, Milwaukee and Minneapolis-St. Paul.

Employment Situation, The

Monthly

Provides statistics and a brief summary of the US employment/unemployment situation.

Union Advocate

Monthly

Publishes news about the St. Paul Regional Labor Federation and about issues of interest to its members.

Journal of Education Finance

Quarterly

Provides original research and analysis about public school financing and other issues such as: educational fiscal reform, taxation, and factors affecting employment and salaries.

Minnesota Law Review

6/year

Publishes original work and research about all aspects of the law.

CTS Catalyst

Monthly

Provides articles 'on the latest transportation innovations at the University of Minnesota.'

CURA Reporter

Irregular

Provides 'information about CURA's (Center for Urban and Regional Affairs') programs, projects, and publications' including 'feature-length articles on recently completed faculty and graduate student projects [and] updates on our latest publications, projects in progress, and new programs and initiatives.'

Law and Inequality: A Journal of Theory and Practice

2/year

Examines to social impact of law on disadvantaged people and addresses issues of inequality in both law and society.

Hedgehog Review, The

3/year

Published by the Institute for Advanced Studies in Culture, it 'offers critical reflections on contemporary culture.' Covers topics such as 'celebrity culture, work and dignity, science and the moral life, the current crisis of attention, the precarious state of the American Dream, and the ways we think about poverty.'

Vital Speeches of the Day

Monthly

Publishes important, unedited addresses on current issues by leaders in the public and private sectors. Covers topics including economics, education, politics, business, foreign policy, and more.

Washington Monthly

6/year

Publishes in-depth articles about important people, issues and ideas in the federal government, as well as proposals for improvements and solutions.

Wisconsin Natural Resources

Quarterly

Offers articles to inform readers about outdoor activities in Wisconsin, to encourage them to participate, and to promote the welfare of a healthy outdoor environment.

Wisconsin Taxpayer, The

Monthly

Publishes informative articles on a different Wisconsin tax topic each month to educate citizens and promote responsible policy-making.

Journal of State Taxation

Quarterly

Publishes 'articles that contrbute to professional practices and provide timely analysis, creative strategies and workable solutions to state tax problems.'

Future of Children

2/year

Publishes helpful information on the latest social science research. Each issue focuses on a single topic concerning children.

Yale Journal on Regulation

2/year

'Publishes in-depth scholarly articles by professors and legal practitioners twice a year, on a rich array of topics' including: financial regulation, environment, health care, tax, information technology, and more.

Yale Law & Policy Review

2/year

Publishes 'legal scholarship and policy proposals by lawmakers, judges, practitioners, academics, and students.'

Population Connection

Quarterly

'Covers a variety of environmental, social, and health-related topics' as they relate to population and demographic trends.