Police investigating the death of a 3-year-old boy in Minneapolis earlier this week say the child apparently shot himself. Investigators recovered a 9 mm handgun with a round in the chamber. So far no one has been charged.Minnesota Republicans want more eyes on absentee ballots cast in the state after GOP officials raised concerns about ballot security following an incident in Edina last week. A photo surfaced of a vehicle with its trunk open and ballots unattended. Hennepin County election administrators say there were no ballots tampered with and a courier was fired. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Read the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Drought conditions continue to expand and deepen across Minnesota heading into the final days of October.And a man who allegedly went on a violent rampage in Minneapolis and Kandiyohi County earlier this week has been charged with several felonies.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The city of Falcon Heights voted Wednesday night to renew its police partnership with St. Anthony. Falcon Heights ended that relationship in 2017 after a St. Anthony police officer fatally shot Philando Castile during a traffic stop. Since then, the city has partnered with the Ramsey County Sheriff's office for its policing.And murder charges are expected against the suspect who allegedly killed a man in an attempted carjacking near Willmar on Tuesday following a domestic violence incident in Minneapolis.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Victim identified, charges pending in fatal rampage that spanned several countiesRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Murder charges are expected soon against the suspect who allegedly killed a man in an attempted carjacking near Willmar Tuesday following a domestic violence incident in Minneapolis. Also on the podcast, containment of a wildfire burning for nearly a week in east-central Minnesota is now up to 70 percent. The estimated size of the Evergreen Fire remains at 167 acres. It’s in a remote part of the Chengwatana State Forest, east of Pine City.This is the MPR News evening update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music by Gary Meister.

One person is dead, another is injured and a suspect is in custody after a series of shootings and gunfire Tuesday that started in Minneapolis and ended near Willmar. Authorities say it started early Tuesday afternoon when the suspect reportedly shot at his former girlfriend at an apartment building on Lyndale Avenue South. The suspect fled and later wounded a man at a home in rural Kandiyohi County. The suspect then fatally shot a driver during an attempted carjacking near Willmar. The suspect was apprehended soon after.And Twin Cities celebrity chef Justin Sutherland faces sentencing in December after admitting he threatened to shoot his girlfriend.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.One dead, one injured, suspect in custody after crime spree stretching from Minneapolis to WillmarCelebrity chef Justin Sutherland admits threatening to shoot girlfriend, pleads guilty to felonyRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Nearly a dozen people were arrested yesterday evening after pro-Palestinian protesters occupied a building on the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus.Metro Transit said it's expanding the new Gold Line bus rapid transit route into downtown Minneapolis.This is the evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

College students were arrested Monday after they occupied a building on the University of Minnesota’s Twin Cities campus. Sophomore Juliet Murphy, who is a media representative for Students for a Democratic Society, says the pro-Palestinian protesters occupied Morrill Hall because of its history. In 1969, Black students occupied Morrill Hall for 24 hours as part of the Civil Rights Movement. A 3-year-old boy was fatally shot Monday on the 2300 block of Jefferson Street North East in Minneapolis. Responding police rendered aid, but the child died at a hospital. The Minneapolis Police Department is investigating.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Organizers: Pro-Palestinian protesters arrested after occupying U of M buildingMinneapolis Police Department investigating after a 3-year-old was fatally shotRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Gov. Tim Walz appeared on "The View" this morning and was asked about former President Donald Trump's comments about targeting the "enemy from within." And police in Eden Prairie called off a search for a missing child last night after finding a body matching the child's description. Authorities started the search yesterday evening for Mohamed Mohamed, an 11-year-old boy with autism. Police say they recovered a body from a pond near his residence around 9:30 last night.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minnesota Lynx lost 62-67 to the New York Liberty in the WNBA championship game. The series featured five close games with high attendance and TV viewership. It was the first ever WNBA title for the Liberty.And a state forest in east-central Minnesota remains closed Monday due to an active wildfire. Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.New York Liberty win first WNBA championship, beating Minnesota 67-62 in OTEast-central Minnesota wildfire continues to burn in Chengwatana State ForestRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Former Minnesota DFL Congressman Rick Nolan has died. He was known for his progressive politics and fiery speeches. Green Party presidential candidate Jill Stein is in Minnesota today promoting her White House bid and raising campaign money.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minneapolis City Council has passed measures intended to boost transparency of off-duty police work. Those are the side gigs police can take while in uniform and using city resources like squad cars, but they get paid by private entities. The council voted for a fee study on all associated costs. And the Minnesota Lynx have a must-win game Friday night in Minneapolis in their quest for a fifth WNBA title. The New York Liberty lead the Lynx in the best-of-five series 2-1. Tipoff is at Target Center at 7 p.m.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Minneapolis council members seek more oversight of off-duty police workMinnesota Lynx must find way to win two straight games for 5th WNBA titleRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The Minneapolis City Council today voted to establish a fee for carbon emissions, overriding a mayoral veto of the policy in a 9-2 vote. The new fee will charge polluters per pound of carbon dioxide emitted. And the council also passed measures intended to boost transparency of off-duty police work.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The Lynx lost a last-second thriller to the New York Liberty Wednesday night 80-77. It was Game 3 of the WNBA Finals and the Liberty now lead the best-of-five series 2-1. And the Republican Party of Minnesota is part of a lawsuit against Hennepin County regarding the 2024 election.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Liberty beat Lynx 80-77, lead WNBA Finals 2-1Minnesota Republican Party sues Hennepin County over election judges listRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

A substitute teacher has been banned from South Washington County Schools after reportedly using a student to re-enact the police actions that led to the murder of George Floyd. The district says the teacher also shared explicit details from his work as a police officer in a series of incidents on Monday. Also, the Lynx will try to break a series tie in Minneapolis in Game 3 of the WNBA finals against the New York Liberty. This is the evening update from MPR News, hosted by Kelly Bleyer. Theme music by Gary Meister.

In a heated meeting Tuesday, Minneapolis city council members discussed the future of the former 3rd Precinct police building. The lot has remained vacant since rioters burned the building three days after the murder of George Floyd in 2020.And a postal worker is charged with attempted murder for allegedly shooting a supervisor at a St. Paul post office.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Minneapolis city leaders still at odds over future of abandoned police stationSt. Paul police chief addresses violence resulting in three deaths over four daysRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The first defendant sentenced in the Feeding Our Future case is headed to federal prison for 12 years. Mohamed Ismail was one of five people convicted of defrauding government child nutrition programs during COVID. And former president Donald Trump's campaign hasn't yet reimbursed the city of St. Cloud more than $200,000 in expenses related to a July rally.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Two close St. Cloud-area races could help determine which party is in charge of the Minnesota Legislature. And Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance, who was in Minnesota Monday to attend a private fundraiser, made an appearance outside the former 3rd Precinct police station in Minneapolis. Gov. Tim Walz is in Pennsylvania Tuesday as the Democratic vice presidential nominee takes a sharper tone on the campaign trail. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.In divided St. Cloud, challengers hope to flip House seatsVP hopefuls make Midwest push as Vance pops in on Minnesota, Walz swings through WisconsinRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz is on another campaign swing in battleground Wisconsin.Parts of northeast Minnesota saw significant, beneficial rainfall over the weekend — along with a few snowflakes too.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Republican vice presidential candidate JD Vance will be at a fundraiser in Minnesota on Monday. And Medicare’s open enrollment period starts Tuesday and there are big changes in the works. Several Minnesota health systems are changing which Medicare Advantage plan they will be in-network with next year.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Navigating Medicare: What Minnesotans need to knowRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

A federal jury Friday convicted a Twin Cities man on drug and gun charges. The jury found Derrick Thompson was transporting fentanyl and cocaine in an SUV that crashed into a car with five young women last year. Also a critical access dental clinic expands in northeast Minneapolis. This is the evening MPR News update hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music by Gary Meister.

The Minnesota Lynx erased two double-digit deficits and beat the New York Liberty last night in overtime to win game one of the best-of-five WNBA championship series 95-93.  Napheesa Collier hit the game winning shot with 8 seconds to go in the extra period. And for the first time since 2018, overdose deaths have decreased in Minnesota. Drivers in the south metro will need to navigate a major freeway closure this weekend.  MnDOT says stretches of both directions of Interstate 494 in Bloomington will be closed from 10 o’clock tonight through 5 o'clock Monday morning.  This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Children 11 to 14, arrested, released after robberies, crash of stolen KiasMinnesota Lynx ‘dynasty’ talk grows among fans excited about a WNBA finalRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

After four decades of ownership, the Pohlad family says it's looking to sell the Minnesota Twins.And drought conditions across Minnesota continue to rapidly expand and deepen.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minnesota Lynx and the New York Liberty begin a best-of-five WNBA championship series Thursday night in Brooklyn. The Lynx won three of four games between the two teams this season. And authorities arrested and released six children ages 11-14 after a spate of armed robberies, a police chase and the crash of two stolen vehicles in Minneapolis. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Children 11 to 14, arrested, released after robberies, crash of stolen KiasMinnesota Lynx ‘dynasty’ talk grows among fans excited about a WNBA finalRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Two new wildfires are burning in the Superior National Forest in northeastern Minnesota. And two affordable housing developers announced today their commitment to sign on to a program designed to protect workers in the Twin Cities non-union construction industry from exploitation.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minnesota Lynx have advanced to the WNBA championship series. They beat the Connecticut Sun Tuesday night in the fifth and deciding game of a semifinal playoff series 88-77. The Lynx will face the top-seeded New York Liberty in Game 1 on Thursday night in New York City.And Minnesota business groups are pushing back on a comment Gov. Tim Walz — the Democratic candidate for vice president — made Monday on “60 Minutes.” Walz said the state's paid family and medical leave law, which passed in 2023, was promoted by the business community. While some business owners backed the proposal, the state's largest business groups opposed it.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Lynx return to finals with 88-77 win over Sun behind Collier's 27 points, 11 reboundsBusiness groups push back after Walz says they supported paid leave programRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The portrayal by Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota's new paid family and medical leave program is getting pushback from state business leaders. And some Minnesota hospitals are postponing non-urgent surgeries and procedures due a shortage of IV bags.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The Rapidan Dam Store reopened at its new, temporary location in Mankato Monday after the original building collapsed during flooding earlier this summer. And the National Park Service ranger who died responding to a call at Voyageurs National Park on Sunday has been identified. 55-year-old Kevin Grossheim was on Namakan Lake rescuing three stranded boaters when his boat capsized in high wind and rough water and Grossheim failed to surface. His body was later recovered from the lake.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Voyageurs National Park ranger dies while helping stranded boaters in rough watersRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Governor Tim Walz has deployed members of the Minnesota National Guard to help with disaster assistance in Florida. And a Voyageurs National Park ranger died yesterday while attempting to rescue three people stranded on an island where they were camped on Namakan Lake.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Monday marks one year since Hamas killed about 1,200 people inside Israel. The attacks started a war that has since claimed the lives of an estimated 40,000 people in Gaza. On Sunday, more than 1,000 people rallied in downtown Minneapolis to protest the ongoing war.  Over the weekend, Minneapolis police arrested a man who they say made terroristic threats against a Minneapolis synagogue.And Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz — the Democratic candidate for vice president — appeared on Fox News Sunday. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Pro-Palestinian protestors march in downtown Minneapolis, marking one-year of Israel-Hamas warA rabbi and his son mourn Oct. 7 victims, disagree on next stepsMan arrested for alleged terrorist threats against Minneapolis synagogueWalz says he'll 'own up' when he misspeaks as the Democratic ticket steps up media interviewsRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

A substance called biochar, which is made by cooking wood waste or other biomass at high temperatures without oxygen is getting a lot of attention in Minnesota. The resulting charcoal can store carbon dioxide for centuries. And forecasters say a strong geomagnetic storm means there's a chance to see the northern lights this weekend.This is an MPR News afternoon update, hosted by Elena See. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at mprnews.org.Read the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Dozens of lineworkers from Minnesota utilities are on their way to the Southeast U.S. to help restore power in the wake of Hurricane Helene. The Minnesota Rural Electric Association says 18 power cooperatives across the state are sending a total of 80 workers to the region for one to two weeks — and possibly longer. They will be working to repair outages for three co-ops in South Carolina. One of those co-ops reported 98 percent of its system down following the high winds and flooding. Xcel Energy says it has sent more than 100 employees from Minnesota, Wisconsin, South Dakota and other states to help in the Southeast.And the WNBA semifinals series between the Minnesota Lynx and the Connecticut Sun continues tonight in Connecticut. So far, the series is even with the Lynx losing one of their two games at home in Minneapolis.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Minnesota first responders, volunteers head south to aid in Hurricane Helene cleanupNapheesa Collier’s sticky defense and all-around play propelling Lynx playoff hopesRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The Minnesota National Guard is sending two St. Cloud-based Chinook helicopters and 11 Guard members to the flood-ravaged Southeast. They are expected to arrive in North Carolina Friday and stay at least a week providing emergency aid.And the Minneapolis City Council signed off Wednesday on the proposed route of a light rail line through a section of the city’s north side. However, some council members still have concerns about parts of the 13-mile Blue Line extension — between downtown and Brooklyn Park. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Minneapolis grants consent for Blue Line extension through city’s north sideRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Weather conditions and a very dry landscape will create an elevated risk of wildfires this afternoon and evening across much of Minnesota, especially in the southwest.And the Minneapolis City Council is launching an inquiry into the mayor's financial reporting, after a dispute over funding for a homeless shelter.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Kelly Bleyer. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz squared off in a debate last night with Ohio Sen. JD Vance. We hear from Minnesotans from both political camps who watched the debates. And another person charged with allegedly stealing money from federal child nutrition programs has pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.What to know on claims made about Minnesota, Walz in VP debate against VanceEagan woman latest to plead guilty in federal Feeding Our Future fraud caseRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Vice presidential candidates Tim Walz and JD Vance are in New York preparing for their first — and likely only — debate tonight. The U.S. Attorney's Office announced today that another person charged with allegedly stealing money from federal child nutrition programs has pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

The much-anticipated vice presidential debate is Tuesday night in New York.  Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic nominee, faces off against his GOP counterpart, Ohio Sen. JD Vance. You can listen to the debate live on MPR News. Prosecutors have filed more charges against a man suspected in a daylong shooting spree near Minneapolis homeless encampments. And Mayo Clinic Health System in Fairmont has announced it will end surgical procedures, and inpatient obstetric care including labor and delivery, at the end of March.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Walz, Vance face pivotal moment as they meet for vice presidential debateMayo Clinic Health System to end surgical, labor and delivery units in FairmontAs debate rages over coverage, rural Minnesotans face challenges getting fertility careRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Vice presidential candidates Tim Walz and JD Vance meet Tuesday night in a high-stakes debate in New York. It's the biggest stage yet for the running mates of Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.The White Earth Nation welcomed two boys home on Sunday more than a century after their deaths at a boarding school in central Minnesota.And the Minnesota Lynx lost Sunday night 73-70 to the Connecticut Sun in the first game of the WNBA semifinals.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Tim Walz’s experience in China could help him as veep, but he barely mentions it as a candidateChildren who died at a boarding school in the 1800s return to the White Earth NationConnecticut Sun win 73-70 over Minnesota Lynx in first semi-finals gameRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Saint Paul police say its officers were involved in a fatal shooting this morning in Belle Plaine, southwest of the Twin Cities.And a parent alleging abuse against her child on a Minneapolis public school bus says she has been granted a restraining order against a district employee.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

St. Paul Police say a woman who was shot and killed in an alley Wednesday evening in the Lowertown neighborhood was the victim of random violence. The suspected shooter died Thursday in a confrontation with officers.And an anonymous donor has agreed to match a $1.5 million grant to save Agate Housing and Services in downtown Minneapolis, which was set to close Oct. 9. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Police fatally shoot suspect in ‘cold-blooded’ killing of artist in St. Paul’s LowertownAnonymous donor matches city grant to save Minneapolis shelter from closureRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The Minnesota Lynx beat the Phoenix Mercury 101-88 Wednesday night, finishing a two-game sweep in the first round of the WNBA playoffs. Olympian and all-star Napheesa Collier scored 42 game-high points, tying a league playoff record. And the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission takes up the state's 100-percent clean energy law at a hearing Thursday afternoon in St Paul.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Napheesa Collier scores 42 to tie a WNBA playoff record for points, and the Lynx swept the MercuryWhat's carbon-free? Utility regulators to decide what qualifies under state's clean energy lawRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

A stretch of unseasonably warm, unusually dry weather will continue across Minnesota through the rest of the week.And considerable spending has already gone into the select races that will determine which party leads the Minnesota House next year.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Nearly eight in 10 Minnesotans have moderate to high confidence of an accurate vote count in the November election. That's according to a new Minnesota Poll. Meanwhile, the same poll respondents don't seem to be using recently-legalized cannabis in large numbers. When asked, 85 percent reported not using cannabis within the last month. And police say a man opened fire on a state trooper along Interstate 94 after crashing his girlfriend's car while she was driving. Eddie Freeman is charged with six counts of assault — including against a police officer. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Minnesota Poll: Broad confidence of accurate vote count, but deep split over absentee votingMinnesota Poll: Only small fraction of Minnesotans say they’ve used cannabis recently despite legalizationCharges: Man shot at state trooper after I-94 crashRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The Minnesota Department of Health reported two human infections of H3N2v, a variant strain of influenza A, after exposure to pigs at the State Fair. And the Lino Lakes city council voted last night to censure one of its members after he sent an email indicating support of an Islamophobic message.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A new poll shows Minnesota voters have qualms about both vice presidential hopefuls  Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Republican Sen. JD Vance. Minnesota Republican Rep. Tom Emmer is helping Vance prepare for next week's VP debate.And Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty says she's ready to dismiss murder charges against a man convicted of a 2008 shooting. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Minnesota Poll: Harris up on Trump but not by much as Democratic enthusiasm spikesRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minnesota Power plans to build two large solar farms in the next few years. And an initial report from the Federal Aviation Administration says a plane that crash-landed in a Shakopee park last Friday went down due to engine issues.Those stories and more in today’s evening news update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A new poll conducted for MPR News, KARE 11 and the Star Tribune shows the presidential race to be a tight one among likely Minnesota voters. And in the race for U.S. Senate, incumbent DFLer Amy Klobuchar leads Republican challenger Royce White by 11 percentage points in that poll.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Minnesota Poll: Harris up on Trump but not by much as Democratic enthusiasm spikesRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

A Minneapolis police sergeant is facing stalking charges after prosecutors say he hid a tracking device inside a former romantic partner's vehicle. And the University of Minnesota’s wastewater surveillance data shows COVID-19 levels are higher statewide than they’ve been since April 2023. Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The fall election has begun with early voting in Minnesota. Voters can fill out a ballot ahead of the Nov. 5 Election Day at a county or city office, or vote by mail.Nine workers at a Minnesota prison fell ill and were hospitalized Thursday after being exposed to unknown synthetic substances possessed by men who are incarcerated. Department of Corrections Commissioner Paul Schnell believes they were exposed to synthetic drugs. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.What to know as early voting starts Friday in Minnesota9 Minnesota prison workers exposed to unknown substances have been hospitalizedRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minnesota's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose slightly in August, but the state also added more than 14,000 jobs. The two statistics are part of an updated employment report released today by the Department of Employment and Economic Development.And early voting begins tomorrow across Minnesota for the 2024 general election.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Two big issues before the Minneapolis City Council are getting votes Thursday. One is funding for a downtown homeless shelter and another is extending a contract for a gunshot detection system system called ShotSpotter. And more than two dozen people were taken to hospitals Wednesday after a hay ride accident at a western Wisconsin apple orchard. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Read the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Two rounds of severe thunderstorms are possible across Minnesota over the next couple of days.And in a recent message to families, Minneapolis Public Schools says measles has been identified in at least one of the district's schools.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesotans who lost a home for failing to pay property taxes in the past few years could be entitled to compensation. A statewide legal settlement provides more than $100 million for former homeowners who lost out on equity after their property was sold for more than they owed in taxes and fees.And Minneapolis police say they misidentified a man accused of pistol whipping two residents of a north Minneapolis shelter. The Hennepin County Attorney's Office says investigators informed prosecutors of the error immediately.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Minnesotans who lost their home to tax forfeiture may be entitled to money. Here’s how to claim itProsecutors drop shelter attack charges against ‘misidentified’ suspectRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minnesota State University, Mankato announced a five-year agreement with Blue Cross and Blue Shield to open The Rural Behavioral Health Clinic this year. Rural patients living in greater Minnesota often encounter barriers to receiving services including having to travel great distances to see mental and behavioral health care providers.And the Hennepin County Attorney's Office today dismissed charges against a man accused of attacking residents of a north Minneapolis homeless shelter after police misidentified the suspect. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Associate Justice Theodora Gaïtas took the oath of office Monday, joining the Minnesota Supreme Court. Minnesota's highest court is now woman-led. And St. Paul police are investigating a shooting that left a man dead outside an apartment building on the city's west side overnight.  The victim was found by police on the 1200 block of University Avenue West, just north of Interstate 94.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Associate Justice Theodora Gaïtas sworn in to Minnesota Supreme CourtRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Another busy week on the campaign trail awaits Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic nominee for vice president. Walz is headed to Georgia and North Carolina, two swing states on the East Coast. And Minneapolis-based Target is going on a pre-holiday season hiring spree.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The FBI says former president Donald Trump was the target of an “attempted assassination” at his golf club in West Palm Beach, Fla. Nine weeks ago, the Republican presidential nominee survived an attempt on his life at a campaign event in Pennsylvania.Minneapolis police have released the ages of the victims in Saturday's hit-and-run in downtown. A 16-year-old girl was killed and five people were injured by a driver who drove the wrong way on Fifth Street and plowed into bystanders at the corner of Fifth and Hennepin.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Trump was the subject of an apparent assassination attempt at his Florida golf club, the FBI saysHit-and-run vehicle plows into crowd, kills 16-year-old girl and injures othersRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Responders are fighting two small wildfires in northern Minnesota. The Wood Lake fire is burning in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and another blaze is going near Burntside Lake not far from Ely. And the Minnesota Board of Animal Health has confirmed the state's first positive case of West Nile virus in a horse this year.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The U.S. Senate has confirmed a veteran prosecutor as Minnesota’s newest federal judge.  President Joe Biden in June nominated Assistant U.S. Attorney Laura Provinzino to replace retiring Judge Wilhelmina Wright. The Senate approved the president’s choice in a bipartisan vote. Provinzino, from St. Cloud, has served as an assistant U.S. Attorney since 2010 focusing on human trafficking cases.And dozens of Minneapolis residents Thursday voiced their opinions at a city council committee hearing about the proposed Blue Line extension plan. Kristel Porter, executive director of the West Broadway Business and Area Coalition, says the route — which goes down West Broadway — needs a safety plan before it can go forward. Municipalities where the route will be located are holding public hearings on the preliminary design plans before they vote on it. The vote must take place before Oct. 10.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.In bipartisan vote, Senate confirms Minnesota’s newest federal judgeMinneapolis residents express concerns about proposed Blue Line extension planRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

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A Twin Cities business owner Wednesday urged U.S. House members to focus on tougher penalties as they weigh public safety policy. Brian Ingram runs Purpose Driven Restaurants. He told a Republican-led panel he has had several burglaries in recent years and he pushed for tougher sentences to deter people from reoffending. Democrats on the committee said the hearing was a political stunt and should have also included a discussion about gun violence.And the Minneapolis City Council is considering an ordinance amendment requiring the city to consistently report what happens when homeless encampments are cleared. That includes information on how often clearings happen, the number of people who may have been impacted and if those people were immediately connected to a shelter. It would also include reporting on how much clearings cost taxpayers.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Minneapolis City Council considers requiring data collection on encampment clearingsRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

A review of criminal cases that involved the former Ramsey County medical examiner has entered its third and final phase. The review started three years ago, sifting through 215 cases that Dr. Michael McGee played some part in. And a Minneapolis man was sentenced to over 30 years in prison today for the murder of a transgender woman last November.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Our top story is last night’s presidential debate. MPR reporters Mark Zdechlik and Ellie Roth attended Republican and Democratic watch parties to get reactions from Minnesotans. The Wayzata Police Department is seeking the public's help in finding an artifact that was part of a 9/11 memorial. The Wayzata Crime Prevention Coalition is offering a $1,000 reward for the return of a glass piece that was part of a granite memorial in Panoway Plaza Park. Police learned of the vandalism last week and say evidence at the scene indicates the piece was removed.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Emily Bright. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Cheers, jeers and minds already made up at Minnesota debate watch partiesHarris presses a more forceful case against Trump than Biden did on abortion, economy and democracyRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Authorities have identified the Minneapolis police officer who shot and injured a man Saturday. The man was allegedly firing a weapon in an apartment building. And insights from a new report released by United Ways of Minnesota and United for ALICE show that 63 percent of households under the age of 25 have high rates of financial hardship.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Former President Donald Trump and current Vice President Kamala Harris meet in a debate Tuesday night. Top Minnesota officials say they will be watching closely. And members of the Minneapolis City Council voted Monday to extend the city’s contract for a controversial gunshot detection technology. The city has contracted with what’s commonly referred to as ShotSpotter since 2007.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Harris and Trump debate in Philadelphia Tuesday night. Here’s what you need to knowRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Prosecutors today filed third-degree murder charges against the alleged drunk driver in the Park Tavern crash. Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan visited a child care center in Plymouth today to highlight the state's investment into the child care workforce.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A shopping mall in the northern Twin Cities metro area was cleared and locked down Sunday after gunshots broke windows. Six police departments, state troopers and the Anoka County sheriff's department responded to the shots that were fired outside Northtown Mall on Sunday afternoon. And the BCA is investigating a shooting at a Minneapolis apartment building over the weekend. Minneapolis police shot and injured a 40-year-old man they say was armed and terrorizing residents at the building. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Neighbors startled awake by gunfire in Minneapolis apartment building; police say it could have been much worseRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The Minneapolis City Council proposed funding Friday to address the closure of a shelter operated by Agate Housing and Services, affecting more than 80 residents and 23 employees. Council members proposed a $1.5 million grant, contingent on a match from Agate. Also, frost advisories and freeze warnings are in effect for late Friday through early Saturday for northeast Minnesota, as temperatures may drop into the low to mid-30s.This is the evening MPR News update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music Gary Meister.

A woman pleaded guilty Thursday to attempting to bribe a juror in the first Feeding our Future trial. And drivers in the Twin Cities will need to navigate two freeway closures this weekend.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz says he plans to cooperate with Republican-led subpoenas. And the man who allegedly drove across the Park Tavern patio Sunday, killing two and injuring nine, will soon have his license taken away.Those stories and more in today’s evening update, hosted by Emily Reese and music by Gary Meister.

The man who allegedly drove across the Park Tavern patio Sunday — killing two people and injuring nine others — will soon have his license taken away. And a group of people harvesting wild rice on Saturday reported finding human remains along the shores of Leech Lake, east of Walker. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Alex Simpson. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Park Tavern reopens after deadly crash, as driver makes first court appearanceGroup of wild ricers find human remains on the shores of Leech LakeRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The Park Tavern in Saint Louis Park reopened today following a deadly crash on the restaurant's patio last weekend.And environmental groups are raising awareness for a constitutional amendment on November ballots that would continue earmarking Minnesota Lottery funds for natural resources projects.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office Tuesday charged 56-year-old Steven Frane Bailey with criminal vehicular homicide and other charges, following a fatal crash Sunday evening at a St. Louis Park restaurant. And Minnesota officials say wildfire smoke will be in the unhealthy range for sensitive groups in northwestern Minnesota this week. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Alex Simpson. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Man accused of driving car into outdoor patio in St. Louis Park faces 11 criminal chargesRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

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Reporters travelling in Wisconsin Monday with Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz were injured in a traffic crash.  Walz, who was heading to a campaign stop in Milwaukee, was not hurt. Two people were killed and several people were injured when a man drove a vehicle into the patio at the Park Tavern in St. Louis Park on Sunday. And Minnesota health officials are concerned about more people becoming infected with measles.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Walz unharmed after some of the vehicles near the back of his motorcade crash in MilwaukeeTwo people killed, several injured as man drives car into outdoor restaurant patioMeasles outbreak affects at least 30 in Minnesota, closes Somali religious schoolRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The National Weather Service Twin Cities office says it has confirmed at least one tornado touchdown from yesterday’s storms.And in Minnesota, July through September is the highest risk season for mosquito borne diseases like West Nile virus.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Twin Cities Muslim leaders are asking police to investigate a recent mosque burglary as a possible anti-Muslim bias crime. And “Star Wars: A New Hope” in Ojibwe is showing in some Minnesota theaters starting Friday.

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3M will be required to remove forever chemicals from the water it discharges from its Cottage Grove plant. And former President Donald Trump is campaigning in western Wisconsin Thursday evening.

Storm-weary Minnesotans will get a respite from any wild weather today, but there will be another chance for strong storms across much of the state tomorrow afternoon and evening.And utility crews are back out today across the Twin Cities and surrounding areas, as 25,000 Minnesotans remain without power in the wake of storms earlier this week.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Kelly Bleyer. Music by Gary Meister.

The Blue Earth County Board has voted to remove the Rapidan Dam and to replace a nearby bridge. State Sen. Mitchell is entering a plea of not guilty in a felony burglary case. And Minnesota Sen. Klobuchar talks about her reelection prospects.

It’s been a day of cleaning up on the grounds of the Minnesota State Fair, after not one but two rounds of severe storms pummeled the Twin Cities.The fair gates usually open at 7:00 each morning, but fair officials delayed today’s opening until 9 a.m. to give time to assess and clean up damage from this morning’s severe storms.That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Kelly Bleyer. Music by Gary Meister.

Severe storms Monday night downed trees, dropped torrential rain and knocked out power to more than 100,000 homes and businesses across Minnesota. And the St. Paul Police Department renames a building after an officer killed 30 years ago.

The Minnesota appeals court sided today with Life Time Fitness over a candidate for governor in a free-speech case. And COVID-19 has been on the rise since the Fourth of July in Minnesota and that has some Minnesota pediatricians concerned as the new school year draws near.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Elena See. Music by Gary Meister.

Cooling centers in the Twin Cities metro are open to the public amid dangerously hot weather Monday. And Minneapolis police are investigating the fatal shooting of a 15-year-old girl on Saturday.

The estranged wife of Department of Corrections Commissioner Paul Schnell, Julie Myhre-Schnell is accused of giving their adult disabled son a high dose of anti-anxiety medication. Also, state officials continue to investigate two mysterious sheens on the Mississippi River northwest of downtown Minneapolis. This is the afternoon MPR News update, hosted by Jacob Aloi. Theme music by Gary Meister.

The Democratic National Convention is over and party leaders say the focus now turns to getting the Kamala Harris-Tim Walz ticket across the finish line in November. Harris called on Americans to join her to “chart a new way forward” as she accepted the Democratic nomination on Thursday.Xcel Energy is modifying its controversial proposal to charge customers more for electricity used during peak times of the day. The initial proposal would have charged roughly seven times more for using electricity during summer peak hours than off-peak periods.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Kamala Harris at DNC summons Americans to reject divisions and defeat threat of Trump's candidacyAfter feedback, Xcel changes plan to charge more for electricity during peak hoursRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Authorities say a second sheen was spotted on the Mississippi River in the northern Twin Cities metro area yesterday.And the Minnesota State Fair opened this morning, and visitors are getting the first tastes of the new foods. Fairgoers joined long lines at Lulu's Public House to try the new deep-fried ranch.Those stories and more in the evening news update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Gates at the Minnesota State Fair open Thursday in Falcon Heights. Hundreds of thousands of people will stream through those gates over the next 12 days.The Minnesota Supreme Court has decided not to review the environmental lawsuit against Minneapolis’ 2040 Comprehensive Plan. The plan increases housing density in the city and ends single-family zoning. The lawsuit filed by two citizen groups alleges that city leaders failed to do the required environmental review. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Minnesota State Fair 101: Your guide to the Great Minnesota Get-Together for 20242040 plan continues after Minnesota Supreme Court decides not to look into lawsuitRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Gov. Tim Walz has a big speech to deliver tonight at the Democratic National Convention. And work on the state's next two-year budget and other policy provisions continues behind the scenes while Walz is on the campaign trail.Those stories and more in today’s evening news update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz takes center stage at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago Wednesday night. Walz and his wife Gwen this week detailed their use of a fertility treatment to grow their family.And the former Minneapolis police officer who was convicted of murdering George Floyd has been moved to another prison.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.‘Lunch pail kind of guy’: Walz aims to hone image as GOP paints different picture of VP hopefulGov. Tim Walz and wife Gwen Walz detail experience with fertility treatment, explain it wasn’t IVFEx-officer convicted in George Floyd's killing is moved to new prisonRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

As Democrats celebrate top leaders including Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, Republicans in the state want to remind voters of Walz’s record of what they term excessive spending and regulations. Meanwhile, get out the vote campaigns ramp up. This is the evening MPR News update, hosted by Jacob Aloi. Theme music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan helped gavel in the Democratic National Convention Monday night in Chicago. And one of the officers who held George Floyd down while Derek Chauvin kneeled on his neck is being released from prison Tuesday. Thomas Lane will be under the supervision of the Wisconsin Department of Corrections for a year through a contract with Minnesota's corrections department.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Ex-cop convicted in Floyd killing set for releaseDemocratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago, with a spotlight on MinnesotaRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan is set deliver the first of the welcoming remarks to the Democratic National Convention in Chicago as Gov. Tim Walz prepares to accept the party’s nomination for vice president. Flanagan is one of the co-chairs of the convention. And, Minnesota remembers George Latimer, who served as mayor of St. Paul from the late 70s to 1990. Latimer was 89. This is the evening MPR News update hosted by Jacob Aloi. Theme music by Gary Meister.

The Democratic National Convention gets underway Monday in Chicago. With Gov. Tim Walz as Kamala Harris' vice presidential candidate, the Minnesota delegation will get preferred seating and a lot more attention than it otherwise would. And Hennepin County Commissioners are planning to take a vote Tuesday on a more modest pay increase after public criticism of its previously proposed 49 percent pay bump. Commissioners are now proposing to increase their own salaries by five percent for each of the next two years. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Minnesota gets front-row role in Democratic National Convention with Walz on presidential ticketHennepin County commissioners withdraw proposal to give themselves a 49 percent pay bumpRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The overall number of reported violent crime in Minnesota last year was lower than the previous year, according to the latest data released today by the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. And investigators suspect that a semi-truck driver was under the influence of drugs or alcohol when he struck four other vehicles near Duluth this week and killed four people. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Southbound I-35E will be closed from the I-35 split in the northern Twin Cities to I-694 over the weekend. And the Minneapolis City Council has approved a $275,000 settlement with a man who alleged he was choked and punched by a police officer in 2020. 

Beginning in 2026, ten prescription drugs for Medicare recipients will be less expensive.And both major-party candidates for vice president have now agreed to at least one televised debate.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

CBS News says Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has agreed to a debate on Oct. 1. Republican JD Vance, former President Donald Trump's running mate, has not yet agreed to that date. And anti-war protesters gathered at a meeting of the State Board of Investment Wednesday to again call on Minnesota elected leaders to cut financial ties to Israel amid the ongoing war in Gaza.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.As a new semester looms, students and colleges brace for more protestsWalz agrees to date for vice presidential debateRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will travel to his home state of Nebraska this weekend as the Democratic vice presidential nominee makes a play for a single Electoral College vote. A Minneapolis fire last night injured four people and displaced thirty.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

We now know the names that will appear on November’s general election ballot after Tuesday’s primary elections. Incumbent Sen. Amy Klobuchar easily defeated Democratic challengers and will face Republican Royce White.In congressional races, Minneapolis-area Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar survived a challenge from Don Samuels. And Republican Rep. Michelle Fishbach turned back a challenge from Steve Boyd.Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic candidate for vice president, yesterday responded to claims he lied about his service in the the Army National Guard. Campaigning for Kamala Harris in Los Angeles, Walz told union workers he was proud to have served 24 years.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Primary elections: Reps. Ilhan Omar, Michelle Fischbach survive primary challengesRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Primary voting is underway in Minnesota today. Voters will determine which candidates will be on the ballot in the November general election. And St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter delivered his 2025 Budget Address today, announcing his proposed budget for next year.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

It's primary election day across the state. Polls are open until 8 p.m. for voters to determine which candidates they want on the ballot in November's general election. There are partisan contests for the U.S. Senate and House races, as well as several primary battles in the Minnesota Legislature. There are also dozens of nonpartisan races for local positions including city council members, county commissioners and mayors.The Minneapolis Public Housing Authority has announced it has met its goal of installing fire suppression systems in every public housing complex. The city installed the fire sprinklers after a deadly 2019 fire in a high-rise in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Primaries nail down who lands on Minnesota’s federal, state ballotsWhat you need to know ahead of Minnesota’s primary electionHow to vote in Minnesota's primary election on TuesdayLeaders celebrate completion of public housing sprinkler installationsRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Gov. Tim Walz soon will make his first solo campaign stops as a vice presidential candidate. And a DFL candidate for the Minnesota House disavowed by the state party has been charged in an alleged sign-stealing case in Alexandria.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Tuesday is primary day in Minnesota, and voters will decide who moves forward in 22 races for the Minnesota House of Representatives, as well as the U.S. Senate race and a handful of U.S. House races. And Olympic champion Suni Lee returned to the Twin Cities Sunday after winning three medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics. 

Many parts of Minnesota have already surpassed their annual average rainfalls, and some heavy precipitation this week only added to that.And gas prices in Minnesota are lower this summer than one year ago.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Construction will close parts of Interstate 35E for two weekends starting Friday night. The Minnesota Department of Transportation says northbound I-35E will be closed between Little Canada and Columbus this weekend. Next weekend, the southbound lanes will be closed.After being closed for more than a month due to river flooding, Fort Snelling State Park in the Twin Cities is open again. The park at the confluence of the Minnesota and Mississippi rivers closed June 22 as river levels rose following heavy rain. Park staff had to repair flood damage to roads, trails and other infrastructure before reopening.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Read the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's first campaign tour as part of the Democratic presidential ticket will head west today.And some Minneapolis city council members say the city has lagged in its efforts to center violence prevention in its public safety approach.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

More than $1 million in Federal Emergency Management Agency funding has been distributed to Minnesotans impacted by severe storms and flooding. Nearly 200 applicants across 19 designated counties now have FEMA funds to cover losses from flooding in June.The U.S. Olympic women’s basketball team has reached the semifinals at the Paris Games. The team, led by Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve, beat Nigeria yesterday 88-74. Lynx star Napheesa Collier scored six points. The U.S. plays Australia on Friday.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Earlier: Eligible Minnesotans can now request federal funding for flood damageUS women's basketball team: Led by Lynx coach Reeve, USA beats Nigeria 88-74 to reach Olympic semifinalsRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Candidates for U.S. Senate appeared at a forum at Farm Fest in southern Minnesota today. And a day after Democratic candidate Kamala Harris announced Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate, they've embarked on a tour of battleground states.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The new Democratic presidential ticket sets off on a battleground state tour after a splashy introduction of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate. There is mixed reaction to the selection of Walz as a VP candidate in Minnesota. Sen. JD Vance, former President Donald Trump’s running mate, will also be on the campaign trail. Vance plans to trail Harris and Walz, a tactic known as “bracketing,” through four key states. And Hennepin County Commissioners on Tuesday pulled a proposal giving themselves a pay raise of 49 percent. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Harris, Walz, Vance set to speak in competing campaign events in Eau ClaireHennepin County commissioners withdraw proposal to give themselves a 49 percent pay bumpRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

US Sen. Amy Klobuchar says she fielded calls from people in Kamala Harris' camp who had questions about Gov. Tim Walz before the Harris campaign announced its decision today to choose him. She says she spoke highly of Walz. But critics of Walz were ready when the news broke. The Republican nominee for vice president, JD Vance, told a crowd in Philadelphia that Walz is a far-left radical.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Tim Walz, the second-term Minnesota governor with a folksy demeanor and a swath of experience both in and out of government, gained a spot on the Democratic ticket as Kamala Harris’ vice presidential choice.Supporters of Gov. Walz say the ex-Army National Guard leader, former teacher and past congressman could help Harris in the Midwest. But he also comes with baggage from nearly two decades in political office.Listen to special coverage live from MPR News with host Cathy Wurzer and political editor Brian Bakst.Clifford Bentley served as technical director for this special coverage.Find more coverage on the MPR News website.Kamala Harris taps Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as Democratic running mateGov. Tim Walz is Kamala Harris’ running mate. What happens now in Minnesota politics?

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz appeared last night at a Democratic fundraiser in Minneapolis — after news reports identified him as one Kamala Harris' two finalists for her vice presidential running mate. Harris is expected to make her selection known — between Walz and Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro — on Tuesday.And weather spotters reported multiple tornadoes in south-central Minnesota last night.  Tornadoes were tracked from near St. James toward Winnebago, Amboy, Wells, Conger, Twin Lakes and Emmons. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Gov. Walz remains on Kamala Harris’ VP shortlist as new ticket set to debut on TuesdayFind these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Read the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Kamala Harris has enough Democratic delegate votes for the presidential nomination. But Clay Masters reports the support isn't unanimous. And Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon signed a letter to Elon Musk Monday, asking him to fix a problem with an AI search tool on X that officials say has spread misinformation on the November election.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

Parts of Minnesota are cleaning up after severe storms over the weekend. Melrose, a city of about 3,600 people in Stearns County, was hit by a reported tornado. And Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris is expected to announce her running mate by tomorrow.  Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is on the short list.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Read the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will be in New Hampshire this weekend, drumming up support for Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential campaign. The trip comes amid growing speculation that Harris might name Walz her running mate in the coming days.And a plan to rebuild a high-voltage transmission line from North Dakota to northeastern Minnesota is moving forward.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

State trooper Ryan Londregan is heading back to work after the Minnesota State Patrol cleared him of wrongdoing. And after 22 days of striking, Minneapolis park workers have voted to approve a new contract.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is among those awaiting word on the Kamala Harris vice presidential selection but hasn't acknowledged if he's a contender for the Democratic ticket. And a new law taking effect today increases the penalty for people who illegally purchase firearms in Minnesota for someone ineligible to possess them.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Severe thunderstorms rolled across parts of Minnesota Wednesday. Some storms produced large hail. Several potential vice presidential candidates, including Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, are waiting for an announcement by likely presidential Democratic nominee Kamala Harris.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.We’ve been here before: With Walz maneuvering, there’s another Minnesotan in the VP mixRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

A Minnesota man was sentenced to 20 years in prison in Wisconsin today for fatally stabbing a teenager two years ago. 54-year-old Nicolae Miu was tubing on the Apple River in Wisconsin in 2022 and got into an altercation with a group of people. The filing period to run for school board candidate in November’s election is now open.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A Minnesota man convicted in the fatal stabbing of a teenager during a tubing trip on Wisconsin’s Apple River faces sentencing Wednesday. And the Duluth City Council has agreed to pay $135,000 to a couple to settle allegations of racism by police. In April: Nicolae Miu found guilty of killing Isaac SchumanFind these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Read the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

More disaster relief is coming for individuals affected by last month's flooding. And Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison said today he’s seeking further review of a court ruling that struck down a state law banning 18- to 20-year-olds from obtaining permits to carry guns in public.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The Duluth City Council approved a proposal Monday night to crack down on public camping. Backers say it does not criminalize homelessness. And the number of traffic fatalities in Minnesota continues to run far ahead of last year’s pace.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Duluth City Council takes 'criminal penalty' out of homelessness ordinanceRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minneapolis park workers are set to be back on the job today after reaching a deal late last week to end a three-week strike.And after years of planning, the Kellogg Boulevard and Third Street bridge in St. Paul is now closed for replacement. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota was front and center over the weekend on the political stage. Republican Presidential nominee Donald Trump and his running mate JD Vance rallied thousands of supporters in St. Cloud. And Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty hired outside lawyers to prosecute state trooper Ryan Londregan, costing taxpayers more than $500,000.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Trump predicts a Minnesota win in November. Dems bash the former president at rallyRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

After a strike of more than three weeks, the union representing Minneapolis park workers says it’s reached a tentative contract agreement with the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board.And ahead of former President Donald Trump's campaign rally tomorrow, Minnesota Democrats will hold a vote-canvassing event for Vice President Kamala Harris.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Former President Donald Trump will rally supporters this weekend in Minnesota. And a contingent of Minnesota Vikings coaches and executives will be in Maryland Friday morning for the funeral of Khyree Jackson.

More than 20 people were arrested in Minneapolis yesterday at a protest against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address to Congress. And unionized Minneapolis Park workers have been on strike for three weeks in an increasingly tense labor dispute with the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Next week is the one-year anniversary of cannabis legalization in Minnesota. We’ll tell you where it's legal to consume cannabis and where it's not. And Duluth folk musician Gaelynn Lea has been named a 2024 Disability Futures Fellow by the Ford and Mellon Foundations.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.A year after legalization, where you can and can’t smoke pot in Minnesota is still a little hazyRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minnesota U.S. Representatives Ilhan Omar and Betty McCollum didn't attend Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address to Congress today. A Minnesota Senate Ethics Subcommittee will likely wait until September to take up a complaint against a DFL senator.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

One of the five people charged with trying to bribe a juror in the Feeding Our Future trial pleaded guilty Tuesday. And Delta travelers are not the only ones stranded at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Pilots and flight attendants are also facing challenges with flight delays and cancellations.And Metro Transit says more operators and demand are allowing the agency to increase frequency on the Blue and Green lines in the Twin Cities area. The light rail trains will run more frequently in middle of the day until 6 p.m. The changes take effect mid-August.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Feeding Our Future defendant pleads guilty to jury bribery attemptTravel woes and Delta delays continue, but may be easing at MSP airportRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Dozens more Delta Air Lines flights to and from the Twin Cities were canceled Tuesday as the airline works to untangle itself from last Friday’s global tech outage. Federal officials are now investigating how Delta is treating its passengers amid the tech issues. Also, former President Trump plans to stump with his running mate JD Vance in St. Cloud this weekend. This is the evening MPR News update hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota's top elections official says President Joe Biden's decision to not seek a second term will will have no effect on voting operations in the state. And the University of Minnesota's Board of Regents has approved changes to several administrative policies related to sex discrimination.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Elana See. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Secretary of State: Law is clear on what Biden’s exit means for Minnesota ballotsRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Gov. Tim Walz says he’s happy with his current job, but says he’ll “listen to her” if Vice President Kamala Harris comes to him looking for a running mate. A state Senate ethics committee has postponed another hearing into DFL Senator Nicole Mitchell's felony burglary charge. The hearing scheduled for Thursday has been pushed off to a later date.This is an MPR News evening update, hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

President Joe Biden's endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris is getting mixed reviews among some voters. Meanwhile, a delegate to the Democratic National convention from Minneapolis says he strongly supports Kamala Harris for president. And the Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Medical Center is seeking nominations for a woman veteran to name its new women's clinic after.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Elana See. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Minnesotans react with shock, delight as Biden drops out of presidential raceMinneapolis VA Medical Center seeks name for new women’s veterans clinicRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Democratic Congresswoman Betty McCollum is asking that President Joe Biden withdraw his bid for re-election. In a statement, McCollum calls on Biden to step aside and Vice President Kamala Harris to run in his place. The longtime representative for the east Twin Cities metro said Harris should choose Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate.This is the evening MPR News update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music by Gary Meister.

The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport reported several dozen delayed or canceled flights Friday morning amid a global internet outage. Delta, Sun Country, Allegiant, United and American are among the airlines affected by the outage. Around the world, the internet outage has reportedly affected stores, banks and hospitals.And former President Trump closed out the Republican National Convention on Thursday night in Wisconsin.

As the RNC comes to a close in Milwaukee, local Democratic leaders say they haven’t heard of a behind the scenes campaign to pressure their candidate, President Joe Biden, to step down. And the Minneapolis City Council has approved a contract with the police union that will provide a more than 21 percent pay increase over the next three years.This is an MPR News evening update, hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The Republican National Convention wraps up in Milwaukee Thursday night with a speech from former President Donald Trump. And the Minneapolis City Council decides Thursday whether to approve a tentative union contract that would make Minneapolis police officers some of the highest paid in the state.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.What will Trump tell the RNC after an attempt on his life?Minneapolis police contract vote nears; includes large wage increases and department changesRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and other Biden-Harris campaign surrogates were in Milwaukee Wednesday to offer a rebuttal to Republican statements at their national convention. In Cohasset, Minn., about one million gallons of coal ash wastewater leaked from a power plant known as the Boswell Energy Center. This is an MPR News evening update, hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota's delegation to the Republican National Convention cheered enthusiastically Tuesday night as U.S. Rep. Tom Emmer took the stage. And the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board offered a final contract proposal Tuesday to leaders of the union that represents more than 300 park workers. The Minneapolis City Council, meanwhile, has passed a resolution expressing solidarity with park workers.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Minnesota’s Tom Emmer says Trump, GOP wins would allow Congress to ‘put America first’Minneapolis City Council passes resolution in favor of striking park workersRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minnesota's two Democratic U.S. senators say a colleague should resign following a federal corruption conviction.And at Day One of the Republican National Convention yesterday, former President Donald Trump named Ohio Senator JD Vance as his running mate.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota delegates to the Republican National Convention joined in the unanimous roll-call vote Monday to nominate Donald Trump for president. And as of Tuesday morning, the Minneapolis park workers continued to strike after negotiations Monday.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Trump enters Republican convention with a bandage covering his right ear after assassination attemptMinneapolis park workers strike continues, raising concerns about storm cleanupRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.

The Republican National Convention started today in Milwaukee. Reporter Mark Zdechlik spoke with some members of Minnesota delegation as they prepared for a bus ride to the area which is several miles from their hotel. And Xcel Energy officials say power should be fully restored by the end of the day today.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Members of Minnesota's delegation to this week's Republican National Convention in Wisconsin are coming to terms with the assassination attempt of former President, and current standard barer, Donald Trump.Union leaders and the Minneapolis Park Board will be at the bargaining table Monday in hopes of agreeing to a new contract for more than 300 workers.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Republican convention opens after Trump assassination attempt; Minnesota delegate says 'it gave me chills'Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Read the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The heat and humidity will keep building in Minnesota through the weekend.And the state DNR is proposing to sell 80,000 acres of lands within the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness to the U.S. Forest Service. DNR officials say proceeds from the sale will benefit public education in the state.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The state trooper charged with killing a woman during a high-speed chase in May had been suspended twice previously for crashing his squad car and received written reprimands for two other crashes. And the Stearns County sheriff says advanced DNA technology helped track down the parents of a newborn baby whose remains were found in a roadside ditch more than 40 years ago.

A strike by Minneapolis park workers continues. A week-long walkout was supposed to end Thursday, but workers say they have not been offered a fair contract and they will continue to stay off the job. And the Hennepin County Attorney's Office has charged some two dozen people with felony rioting for allegedly shooting fireworks at others — including police — on July Fourth.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Read the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Democratic Gov. Tim Walz continues to stand by President Joe Biden as his party's presidential nominee. That's as congressional Democrats continue to raise concerns that he will lose in November and impact down-ballot races. And the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension identified three officers involved in the fatal shooting of a man in Crookston last month.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Olmsted County prosecutors have charged a Minnesota state trooper with manslaughter and criminal vehicular homicide in connection with a fatal crash in Rochester. And Duluth officials want to create several new misdemeanor-level crimes in the city, including a ban on camping on city property.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Minnesota state trooper faces multiple felony charges after fatal Rochester crashDuluth officials propose criminalizing public encampments, smoking in the skywayRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

A Minnesota state trooper is facing multiple felony charges in connection with a fatal crash in Rochester. And the Animal Humane Society will no longer provide free Trap-Neuter-Release, or TNR, services to individuals and organizations that help in maintaining feral cat populations.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Lino Lakes council members voted Monday night to put a Muslim-centered housing development on hold for a year. The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board held a special meeting Monday to discuss contract negotiations with the park workers union — they’ve been on strike since the Fourth of July. And a Minneapolis City Council committee voted Monday to move forward with a tentative police union contract that would give Minneapolis police officers a substantial boost in pay.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.One-year development moratorium halts Muslim-oriented project in Lino LakesMinneapolis parks commissioners to hear about contract negotiations as workers’ strike continuesMinneapolis City Council moves forward with tentative police contractRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

It’s going to start feeling more like summer across Minnesota by this weekend. MPR meteorologist Sven Sundgaard says the region will see a change in the pattern that’s been dominating the weather in recent weeks.The Mississippi River dropped below flood stage at Saint Paul last night as water levels on most rivers across the state continue to slowly fall.Those stories and more in today’s evening news update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota Democratic Congresswoman Angie Craig over the weekend joined a growing chorus of lawmakers saying President Joe Biden should step aside an not seek reelection. And the Minneapolis Park Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting Monday night to hear from negotiators as a strike by park workers continues this week.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Minneapolis parks commissioners to hear about contract negotiations as workers' strike continuesRep. Angie Craig says Biden should abandon his reelection runRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The endorsed Minnesota Republican Party candidate for U.S. Senate is coming under fire for comments regarded as antisemitic. A nonprofit in St. Paul’s Rondo neighborhood said today that it’s canceling its partnership with Justin Sutherland after prosecutors charged the celebrity chef with making violent threats toward his girlfriend. Sutherland’s attorney says the charges are “riddled with false truths.”Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister

Minneapolis Parks workers began a week-long strike Thursday with a kickoff party, rally and march. The union represents about three hundred workers, and it says the strike follows seven months of unsuccessful contract negotiations with the Minneapolis Parks and Recreation Board. Workers say they’re asking for better pay and safety protections.And the Bloomington Police Department is looking into how artificial intelligence can help them, after the Mall of America announced it will start using AI facial recognition.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Hundreds of Minneapolis park workers poised to strike for a week beginning July 4Bloomington police chief discusses police car karaoke and AI facial recognition at Mall of AmericaRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Several drug companies filed lawsuits in federal court this week challenging a Minnesota law governing the price of medication. And Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison filed a lawsuit today alleging that tobacco companies underpaid the state by nearly $58 million.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister

Gov. Tim Walz meets with President Joe Biden and other Democratic governors Wednesday.  The president invited the governors to the meeting after the state leaders held a conference call this week — following the president's poor performance in last week's debate.Walz also visited the damaged site of the Rapidan Dam Tuesday and shared updates on disaster relief for the area.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Biden’s candidacy remains a discussion point for Walz, other Democratic governors‘Minnesotans are resilient’: Flooding assessments continue; Walz visits flood-damaged Rapidan Dam siteRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Gov. Tim Walz is due to meet with President Joe Biden and other Democratic governors tomorrow. And new federal legislation co-sponsored by Democratic U.S. Rep. Angie Craig aims to stop drug trafficking on social media.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister

More rain moving through the state during the overnight hours. Some of it heavy. On Tuesday, Gov. Walz is in southern Minnesota to visit the Rapidan Dam and provide an update on flood conditions across the state. And Minnesota's e-bike rebate application program open again today at 11 a.m. Round one of the online effort ended last month when the website crashed.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Minnesota e-bike rebates: Window set to reopenFloodwaters receding, cleanup continues across much of Minnesota; more heavy rain possibleRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Many thousands of state birth records become available to adopted people for the first time today.Minnesota’s congressional delegation is politically split over the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision today to provide former President Donald Trump more legal protection against criminal charges.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

President Joe Biden has declared a major disaster in Minnesota, ordering federal aid to assist with flood recovery. A court hearing set for Monday for State Sen. Nicole Mitchell on burglary charges has been postponed. In April, she was arrested at her stepmother’s home in Detroit Lakes. Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.More Minnesota counties may get disaster declarations, feds will pick up most of the clean-up tabRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz still expects Pres. Joe Biden to be the Democratic nominee after his performance heightened anxiety within the party.And authorities in North Branch say a police officer fatally shot a woman last night.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The peacetime emergency declared by Gov. Tim Walz has been extended. Minnesota's Executive Council voted to extend the emergency from five to thirty days due to severe flooding.And the University of Minnesota's faculty senate gave a vote of "no confidence" yesterday to interim president Jeff Ettinger and provost Rachel Croson in protest of their actions regarding the hiring of a director of the U's Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Kelly Bleyer. Music by Gary Meister.

County, state and federal officials continue to monitor the Rapidan Dam near Mankato, as the rain-swollen Blue Earth River carves a wider channel around the structure. And Minnesota's U.S. attorney Andrew Luger says federal prosecutors will take steps to safeguard juror identities after an attempted scheme to bribe a juror in a recent Feeding Our Future fraud trial. Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Erosion continues after rain-swollen Blue Earth River claims home near Rapidan DamNew Feeding Our Future charges: Prosecutors say 5 tried to bribe juror with $120KRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Happy Friday, it is a soggy start to the weekend. Early absentee voting kicks off for legislative and congressional primaries across Minnesota. Governor Walz seeks federal emergency aid for severe flooding, extending the state’s peacetime emergency. Hear from the Hruska family, who lost their Rapidan home to the Blue Earth River’s destructive path. Despite receding waters elsewhere, the Mississippi River at Hastings continues to rise. In other news, the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension identifies the officer involved in a Brooklyn Park shooting, US gymnastics trials heat up in Minneapolis, and the US Paralympic swimming team trials are underway at the University of Minnesota. Plus, catch up on the latest from the Twins, Lynx, and Minnesota Aurora. Stay tuned for this afternoon's update.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Minnesota competitors gear up as U.S. Olympic gymnastics trials begin in MinneapolisFour takeaways from the first presidential debateRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Federal prosecutors have charged five people in connection with a plot to bribe a juror to sway a verdict in a major nutrition aid fraud case.And eight small Minnesota cities will receive state funding to prepare for extreme weather caused by climate change.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Officials in the southwestern Minnesota community of Windom are dealing with flooding on the Des Moines River. In Jackson, residents and volunteers have been shoring up levees along the Des Moines River with sandbags.The house perched over the eroding Blue Earth River near the Rapidan Dam fell into the rain-swollen river Wednesday night.After viewing flood damage in southern Minnesota by helicopter yesterday, Gov. Walz and Sen. Amy Klobuchar said the state is likely to be eligible for federal disaster aid.And Minnesotans will have another shot at applying for an electric bicycle rebate next week on July 2. Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Video: House near Rapidan Dam falls into Blue Earth RiverMinnesota flooding: Rapidan Dam near Mankato holds, roads and state parks closedMinnesota e-bike rebates: Window set to reopenRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Officials in Blue Earth County say the Rapidan Dam on the Blue Earth River upstream from Mankato remains under threat of failure. But they also report the water flow around the structure is down slightly from yesterday. Highway 60 through Windom is among many southern Minnesota highways closed due to flooding. And the Lino Lakes City Council last night backed a one-year development moratorium that would temporarily stall a proposed housing development that includes a mosque.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

As of 6 a.m. Tuesday morning, a house was still teetering on the edge of the newly-cut channel of the Blue Earth River by the Rapidan Dam. Flooding clogged the dam’s spillways with debris, and the river pushed around the dam and burst through the eroding ground to the river's lower stretches Monday. And Lake Vermilion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park has closed tours to the mine due to flooding. Last week, the mine was hit with nearly 8 inches of water in less than 24 hours.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines at Mprnews.org.Flooding pushes Blue Earth County dam to ‘imminent failure condition’Historic northern Minnesota state park partially closes due to floodingRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Gov. Tim Walz and state emergency management officials held a briefing today to discuss the state's response to what the governor called, "catastrophic" flooding. The Rapidan Dam's structural integrity is causing concerns for downstream residents as flood waters may cause it to fail.Those stories and more in today’s evening news update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Rivers and streams across the region have gone over their banks. Gov. Tim Walz has declared a peacetime emergency so the Minnesota National Guard can help. And gymnastics fans will be in Minneapolis this week for the USA Gymnastics Olympic trials. Two Minnesota-born gymnasts already have Olympic resumes — Suni Lee from St. Paul and Shane Wiskus from Spring Park.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines at Mprnews.org.Flooded Minnesota communities begin transition from fight to recoveryMinneapolis hosts USA Gymnastics Olympic trialsRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The Minneapolis Police Department released body camera video today from two separate fatal shootings involving police officers. On May 30th, police officer Jamal Mitchell was killed by a man who was later shot by officers. And much of southern Minnesota — and parts of northern Minnesota — are under flood watches until tomorrow afternoon. Heavy rain is forecast to continue overnight... dropping as much as five inches in some places.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The St. Louis County Board has declared a state of emergency as communities in northeast Minnesota continue to deal with severe flooding. And officials with Grandma’s Marathon in Duluth are monitoring the weather ahead of the race Saturday.

Officials are responding to floods across northern Minnesota... after as much as half of a foot of rain fell in some areas earlier this week. And both the Minneapolis and St. Paul school districts have approved their budgets for next year.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

On Wednesday, people in Duluth and on the Iron Range surveyed storm damage after Tuesday’s deluge.  More than 6 inches rain caused rivers along the North Shore to churn brown and crash down the rocks to Lake Superior. And the Rondo Center of Diverse Expressions held its fourth Juneteenth observance celebration on Rondo Avenue and Fisk Street Wednesday.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines at Mprnews.org.Heavy rain brings flooding to the North Shore, closes trails and roadsRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Heavy rain Tuesday evening has led to flooding and road closures across a wide swath of northeastern Minnesota. Street flooding was reported in Duluth and on the Iron Range, and numerous washouts and closures are reported on county and local roads. Flood warnings remain in effect Wednesday from Leech Lake and Grand Rapids east to Hibbing, Ely and the North Shore.  Rivers, creeks and streams are running high in Minnesota — and most of those eventually empty into the Mississippi. The National Weather Service's Craig Schmidt, senior service hydrologist, said to expect flooding next week. "We are now looking at so much rain falling in the Crow basin and over the entire Minnesota basin that all of this is going to be funneling through the Mississippi in St. Paul,” Schmidt said. “We are looking at it to continue to rise close to major flood stage by late next week." This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister. Find these headlines at Mprnews.org.Read the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Another round of strong, severe thunderstorms have been moving across northern Minnesota today. And at least 15,000 Minnesotans have been automatically registered to vote since the system was certified earlier this year.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Bright. Music by Gary Meister.

Gov. Tim Walz says he accepts responsibility after a report says his administration failed to stop what federal prosecutors call the biggest pandemic fraud case in the nation. And flood and severe storm watches are posted across Minnesota for Tuesday. Storms continue to knock down trees and power lines. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines at Mprnews.org.Gov. Walz responds to audit critical of administration’s handling of Feeding Our Future fraudHighways close as rivers rise across southern Minnesota; more storms in forecastRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Family and friends of fallen Minneapolis police officer Jamal Mitchell gathered for his funeral today in his hometown of New Haven, Connecticut. And Gov. Tim Walz says he accepts responsibility after a report says his administration failed to stop what federal prosecutors call the biggest pandemic fraud case in the nation. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

We're already soggy. And this week is about to get soggier with more rain. Flood watches are posted and severe storms with heavy rain are adding to our already-saturated ground.A 22-year-old inmate at the Stillwater prison died Saturday after being found unresponsive in his cell. Investigators are exploring a possible connection to synthetic drugs.And attorneys are asking a judge to delay the second Feeding Our Future trial amid an investigation into jury tampering at the first one. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines at mprnews.org.Minnesota corrections officials investigate inmate death, possibly drug-relatedSevere thunderstorm watch through 10 a.m. for southern MinnesotaExpert: Prosecutors may litigate Feeding Our Future fraud case like mob schemeRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has approved a resolution focused on outreach to Native American communities, after acknowledging the church's role in boarding schools. A draft also apologized to Indigenous Catholics. The church operated at least 80 of more than 500 government-funded boarding schools that separated children from their families and suppressed Indigenous cultures.Also, University of Minnesota students will pay more in tuition next school year as part of a budget approved by the Board of Regents Thursday.This is the afternoon MPR News update, hosted by Emily Bright. Theme music by Gary Meister.

Several tornadoes touched down in the Brainerd Lakes region during severe thunderstorms on Wednesday, but meteorologists are still working to figure out the rating and exact path of each twister. And the family of a bystander killed during a high speed police chase in 2021 is suing the city of Minneapolis.

The Minnesota Department of Education failed to investigate at least 30 complaints related to Feeding Our Future from 2018 to 2021. That's among the findings in a Thursday report from the state's Legislative Auditor.Federal charges were filed against dozens of people connected to the now defunct Twin Cities nonprofit. Prosecutors allege they siphoned $250 million away from programs designed to feed children during the pandemic.Also, the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating after Minneapolis police fatally shot a man Wednesday. This is the afternoon update from MPR News, hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Severe thunderstorms battered much of northern and central Minnesota Wednesday afternoon and evening, knocking out power to thousands of homes. At least four preliminary tornado reports came into National Weather Service offices, including one near Camp Ripley and two near Mille Lacs Lake. And overnight, the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension responded to a use-of-force incident in Minneapolis. Police Chief Brian O'Hara told local news outlets an armed man died in the Longfellow neighborhood after being shot by police.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Gracie Stockton. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines at mprnews.org.Tornadoes, wind and hail damage reported across much of MinnesotaMan fatally shot by police in south MinneapolisRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

A state Senate Ethics Committee deferred action today on a complaint against a DFL senator charged with burglary.And federal agents this morning raided the home of a second Feeding Our Future defendant amid an investigation into the attempted bribery of a juror.Those stories and more in today’s evening news update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesotans are divided over Israel’s military action in Gaza following the October Hamas attack in Israel, but the U.S. response to what's happening there doesn’t appear to be a deciding factor for the upcoming presidential election. And the search for a new director of the University of Minnesota's Holocaust Studies center is on hold after the U offered the job to a controversial Israeli historian.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines at mprnews.org.Minnesota poll: Voters split on U.S. support of Israel’s war with Hamas, but it’s not a top issueU of M halts search for Holocaust center director after pick prompts criticismRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Thousands attended a memorial service for fallen Minneapolis police officer Jamal Mitchell today. Mitchell joined the department in 2022, after the murder of George Floyd and while Mitchell was in his mid-30s, telling city officials he wished to be the change he wanted to see in policing.And the Minnesota Office of the Legislative Auditor found that the Department of Labor and Industry did not comply with state requirements for paying frontline workers during the pandemic. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jeff Jones. Music by Gary Meister.

Thousands of police officers from across the state are attending a memorial service for Minneapolis police officer Jamal Mitchell Tuesday.Minneapolis chef Christina Nguyen has won the James Beard award for Best Chef of the Midwest. She serves southeast Asian street food at Hai Hai in Minneapolis. And a majority of voters surveyed for a new MPR News, Star Tribune, KARE-11 Minnesota Poll say the major party candidates for president this year are too old to hold office.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Thousands expected to pay respects to officer Mitchell during memorial service, processionMinnesota Poll: Felony conviction should disqualify presidential candidates, most sayHai Hai and Hola Arepa’s Christina Nguyen wins Best Chef of the Midwest at James Beard AwardsRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

A 4-year-old reported missing Sunday was found dead in Minnehaha Creek this morning after having apparently drowned. And an MPR News, KARE-11, Star Tribune Minnesota poll shows President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump in a close race in the state. According to the poll conducted last week, Biden had support from 44.5 percent support compared to Trump's 40.6. That's considered a dead heat given the poll's margin of sampling error.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A new MPR News, Star Tribune, KARE-11 Minnesota Poll shows President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump in a close race in the state — five months before the election. And a new report from the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s “Kids Count Data Book” finds Minnesota is holding steady in its ranking as fifth in the nation for child well-being. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.New Minnesota poll has Biden with narrow edge over Trump as both remain unpopularRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

A federal jury in Minneapolis today returned guilty verdicts against five of the seven defendants in the Feeding Our Future trial. And the man accused of killing a Minneapolis police officer last week was barred from having a gun. Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The partner of a Minneapolis police officer killed in the line of duty is thanking friends, family members and the community for their continued support. Tori Myslajek said in a statement Thursday their family is completely devastated by the loss. She said Mitchell’s greatest joys in life were his four children, who range in age from 4 to 20 years old.And the Minnesota Board of Animal Health confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza in a dairy herd in Benton County. While it’s the first reported case of bird flu in Minnesota dairy cows, the risk to the public is still low.

A memorial for Minneapolis Police Officer Jamal Mitchell is scheduled for next week. And the Minnesota Attorney General's Office said today that a man serving a life sentence for a 1998 murder was wrongfully convicted and should be exonerated.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The closest legal cannabis dispensary to the Twin Cities is opening for business Thursday on The Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe reservation in Cass County. And the Minnesota Legislative Auditor's office is expected to release a report next week about state oversight of the nonprofit Feeding Our Future. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.New adult-use cannabis dispensary opens in Minnesota, closest to Twin CitiesFeds raid home of jailed food fraud defendant amid jury bribe investigationRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

A new Minnesota program offering e-bike rebates has been postponed, after the online application experienced technical problems. And Minneapolis police have ratified a new contract, which includes a 21 percent wage increase.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Jurors in the Feeding Our Future trial are resuming deliberations Wednesday morning after the presiding judge in the case seated two alternates amid allegations of jury tampering. And a handful of DFL candidates will have a straight shot to the Legislature after they filed to run unopposed.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Emily Bright. Music by Gary Meister.Find more Minnesota news at MPRnews.org.A handful of Minnesota House candidates have a straight shot to officeFeeding Our Future prosecutor says juror was offered $120K to acquitRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The family of a man shot and killed last summer by a Minnesota state trooper are criticizing the decision to drop murder and manslaughter charges against the officer. And the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the White Earth Nation have signed an agreement to expand tribal access to the Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge. About half of the 42,000-acre refuge north of Detroit Lakes is located inside the White Earth Reservation. Federal and Tribal conservation officials will work together to manage wild rice beds in the refuge.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

All seven defendants in the Feeding Our Future trial were in custody Monday night after someone dropped off a bag of cash at a juror's on Sunday. Jurors started deliberations Monday afternoon.And prosecutors dropped murder charges against Minnesota state trooper Ryan Londregan, who fatally shot Ricky Cobb II during a traffic stop in Minneapolis last year. Monday morning, Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty said the decision came because of new evidence that would make it impossible to prove unauthorized use of force.But Londregan's defense attorney, Chris Madel, argued hours later that the evidence was already in a notice of defense filed with the court in January. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Elena See. Music by Gary Meister.Find more Minnesota news at MPRnews.org.Feeding Our Future prosecutor says juror was offered $120K to acquitAs charges are dismissed, Moriarty defends decision to charge state trooper and criticizes ‘political circus’Police association responds to Hennepin County Attorney’s accusations of intimidationRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Prosecutors have dropped murder and manslaughter charges against Minnesota state trooper Ryan Londregan, who fatally shot Ricky Cobb during a traffic stop in Minneapolis last year. And the FBI has seized the cell phones of the seven defendants in the Feeding Our Future trial after someone approached one of the jurors with a bag of cash. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty says she's dismissing murder charges against state trooper Ryan Londregan in the death of Ricky Cobb II. Cobb was shot and killed during a traffic stop last year. And fallen Minneapolis police officer Jamal Mitchell was honored Sunday for his ultimate sacrifice with a procession from the medical examiner's office to a funeral home.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Gracie Stockton. Music by Gary Meister.Find more Minnesota news at MPRnews.org.Charges dropped against state trooper Ryan Londregan in the shooting death of Ricky Cobb IIBCA releases new details in shooting that killed Minneapolis police officer Jamal MitchellFamily members mourn fallen Minneapolis police officer Jamal MitchellRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

City leaders and community members gathered at the Minneapolis Police Department's Fifth Precinct today to honor Officer Jamal Mitchell, who was fatally shot while on duty yesterday.And Minnesota Democrats are gathering in Duluth for their state convention, which started today and runs through Sunday.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

At least three people, including a police officer, are dead after a shooting in Minneapolis’ Whittier neighborhood Thursday afternoon. Several others are injured. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey remembered the fallen officer, Jamal Mitchell, in an evening news conference.The suspected shooter and a civilian also died, another man is gravely injured, a bystander is in critical condition, and an officer and a firefighter were shot but their injuries are not considered life threatening, officials said.Donald Trump is the first former president to be convicted of a felony. A New York jury found him guilty of all 34 counts related to his hush money trial. Minnesota’s Republican Party and members of the state’s Republican delegation say they’ll continue to support him. And the Minnesota Timberwolves season came to an end after losing 124-103 to the Dallas Mavericks at Target Center Thursday night.

Advocates for government transparency say the city of Minneapolis is illegally restricting public access to information about police officer misconduct. And DFL Senator Nicole Mitchell is resisting calls from the top of her party to resign amid a burglary charge.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota has won the first ever Walter Cup championship Wednesday night in the Professional Women’s Hockey League. Minnesota was dominant in all phases of the game, beating Boston 3-0 in the fifth and deciding game of the championship series.The Timberwolves, again, must win to keep their season alive tonight. The Wolves host the Dallas Mavericks in Game 5 of a best-of-seven playoff series.And today marks the second anniversary of the tornado that ripped through the small town of Forada, just south of Alexandria.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more Minnesota news at MPRnews.org.Minnesota wins inaugural PWHL championship, takes home Walter CupTimberwolves 'pinch me' season continues Thursday night in Minneapolis with Game 5Two years after a tornado, Forada finds a new sense of communityRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The Minnesota Historical Society announced it will repatriate a rope to the Prairie Island Indian Community that was used in the largest single-day mass execution in U.S. history. The item is known as “the Mankato Hanging Rope” and was used in the hanging of one of the 38 Dakota men executed following the U.S.-Dakota War of 1862. And new statewide Office of American Indian Health was ceremonially launched today at Minnesota's Capitol.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The Timberwolves forced Game 5 of the NBA’s Western Conference playoff series after they beat the Dallas Mavericks Tuesday night 105-100. Game 5 of the best-of-seven series is Thursday night in Minneapolis. And Minnesota plays Boston Wednesday night for the championship of the Professional Women’s Hockey League. Boston won Game 4 to force a fifth and deciding game Wednesday night. The winner will be the inaugural Walter Cup champion. The game starts at 6 p.m. and is streaming on YouTube.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more Minnesota news at MPRnews.org.Wolves beat Mavericks 105-100 to keep NBA Finals hopes alive‘When I grow up, I want to play for the PWHL’: Minnesota women’s hockey team sets a new standardRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minneapolis has reached a tentative agreement with the city's police union. And Minnesota leaders say a team of emergency responders has been dispatched to Iowa to assist with storm assessment efforts there.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minnesota Timberwolves have one last chance Tuesday night to stay in the Western Conference Finals. Defense attorneys in the Feeding Our Future trial are expected to start presenting their case this week. And Minnesota Democrats will gather later this week in Duluth for their state convention. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Emily Bright. Music by Gary Meister.Find more Minnesota news at MPRnews.org.Closers Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving have Mavs on verge of sweeping Wolves in West finalsFBI number crunchers track taxpayer cash to house, vehicle purchases in Feeding Our Future trialRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Community leaders started a weekend of memorials to the man whose death at the hands of Minneapolis police sparked worldwide reaction and reckoning. George Floyd was murdered four years ago Saturday. Also, the Minnesota Department of Health says there were three confirmed cases of measles among siblings discovered this week. This is the afternoon MPR News Update hosted by Jacob Aloi with theme music by Gary Meister.

Prosecutors in the Feeding Our Future trial are expected to call their final witness on Friday. Seven people with ties to a storefront restaurant in Shakopee are accused of defrauding taxpayer-funded meal programs by falsely claiming to have served 18 million meals to children during the pandemic. And the Timberwolves are looking to bounce back from their Game 1 loss in the Western Conference Finals against the Dallas Mavericks — Game 2 tips off Friday at 7:30 p.m.

Minneapolis police say they've made an arrest in a hit and run incident, which they're investigating as a potential bias crime. And a Kandiyohi County deputy will not be charged in the death of a Willmar man who died during an attempted eviction.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minnesota Timberwolves dropped the first game of the NBA's Western Conference finals against the Dallas Mavericks Wednesday night, losing 108-105. And the Minneapolis City Council will officially rescind its rideshare ordinance Thursday after it was preempted by a new statewide law.Find more Minnesota news at MPRnews.org.Doncic leads strong close by Mavericks for 108-105 win over Wolves in Game 1 of West finalsUber, Lyft will stay in Minneapolis and the state after reaching compromise on driver payRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The National Weather Service has confirmed an EF 1 tornado touched down Tuesday evening in Winona County. And Target says its revenue fell in the first quarter of the year amid inflation and decreased customer spending.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jeff Jones. Music by Gary Meister.

A lawsuit filed Tuesday in federal court claims that in 2020, then-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin and a partner used excessive force which included Chauvin allegedly placing his knee on a woman's back during an arrest. And protesters seeking to have the state of Minnesota end investments in Israeli companies and weapons manufacturers had a chance to directly address the state’s top elected officials Tuesday.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Alex Simpson. Music by Gary Meister.Find more Minnesota news at MPRnews.org.Lawsuit: Woman alleges Chauvin also kneeled on her months before George Floyd’s murderMinnesota’s top elected officials hear calls for divestment at state board meetingRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

It's shaping up to be a potentially dangerous evening of severe weather for south-central and southeast Minnesota. A tornado watch is in effect until 9 p.m.And a new Amtrak passenger rail service connecting the Twin Cities and Chicago started operations today.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The legislative session ended with a flurry of activity late Sunday night — but one thing that did not pass was a bonding bill. That means infrastructure projects across Minnesota will not get money from the state. And Gov. Tim Walz yesterday signed a junk fee bill into law. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more Minnesota news at MPRnews.org.Minnesota Legislature gavels out as focus on campaign for party control takes overRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The Minnesota House and Senate passed a bill last night that includes a statewide pay standard for rideshare drivers for companies like Uber and Lyft. And a search continues today for two canoeists who went missing over the weekend after their canoes went over a waterfall in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News.

The legislative session is over, but the Timberwolves' season is not.The Minnesota Legislature hit its midnight deadline Sunday with little fanfare but lots of shouting. One of the biggest DFL priorities fell short at the finish; a proposed constitutional amendment that would add equal rights language and abortion protections to Minnesota's Constitution.And Sunday night the Timberwolves punched their ticket to the Western Conference Finals with a Game 7 win over the Denver Nuggets.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more Minnesota news at MPRnews.org.Timberwolves beat Denver 98-90, head to Western Conference FinalsMinnesota Timberwolves fans go on a wild Game 7 ride to advance in playoffsIn chaotic close, Minnesota lawmakers fail to pass projects bill, equal rights amendmentRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minnesota lawmakers are butting up against the deadline to adjourn the 2024 legislative session. And data suggest many Minnesotans have taken advantage of a law allowing them to apply for a driver's license regardless of immigration status. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Delegates to the 2024 Republican state convention gather in St. Paul on Friday. Democrats at the State Capitol say they will move to advance a bill Friday that would put an equal rights amendment before voters in 2026. And the Minnesota Timberwolves are headed to a 7th and deciding game in the Western Conference semifinal playoff series.

A Texas-based rideshare app has officially launched in Minneapolis. Wridz, pronounced “rides,” already operates in nine other states. It is now in the process of onboarding drivers in Minneapolis. And Republicans in the Minnesota House say they could block key legislation after the DFL House Speaker cut off debate on a bill last night.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A Minnesota state trooper charged with fatally shooting a motorist last summer has pleaded not guilty to murder, manslaughter and assault charges in Hennepin County District Court. Plus, Minnesota lawmakers have approved a new bill focused on education policy. It passed the House 68-59 and now heads to Gov. Tim Walz’s desk.Find more Minnesota news at MPRnews.org.State Trooper Londregan pleads not guilty to charges of killing Ricky Cobb IIMinnesota lawmakers OK school policy changes on cell phones, book bans, literacyRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The Minnesota House voted unanimously to advance a bill today that would set up extra systems to keep Black kids with their families in the child protection system.And DFL lawmakers are at odds over a housing policy bill and whether a voucher provision will make it through this year.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Flags are at half-staff today as people across the state honor law enforcement officers who have fallen or been injured in the line of duty. Gov. Tim Walz has declared it Peace Officers Memorial Day in Minnesota. A Monticello man has been charged in connection with a shootout that left an off-duty Twin Cities firefighter dead earlier this month, a carnival at Northtown Mall resumes with added security after a recent brawl, and the Minnesota House debates a once-dismissed sports betting bill. Plus, Minneapolis gets the go-ahead on its 2040 Comprehensive Plan, despite ongoing concerns and legal battles.Find more Minnesota news at MPRnews.org.Charges filed in Minneapolis shooting that left off-duty firefighter deadRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minnesota's Department of Commerce announced a settlement with UnitedHealthcare today over the company's alleged violation of mental health parity laws. And a Blue Earth man pleaded guilty today to participating in the January 6th assault on the U.S. Capitol.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Plans by the Minnesota House to vote on a proposed equal rights amendment were sidetracked last night. And more than 40 Jewish Minnesotans waited in Secretary of State Steve Simon's office lobby Monday, hoping the State Board of Investment member would join talks about divesting $157 million of stocks, bonds and investments tied to Israel.Find more Minnesota news at MPRnews.org.Minnesota House delays vote on equal rights amendment after prolonged debate on other billsRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has issued an air quality alert for all of Minnesota through the early part of Monday. Fine particle levels are expected to reach the red air quality index category, a level considered unhealthy for everyone. And it's the final stretch for state lawmakers and the 2024 legislative session. One week remains.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more Minnesota news at MPRnews.org.Air quality alert for all of Minnesota Sunday through MondayLegislature prepares to go down to the wire as Minnesota session wraps upRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The St. Paul police department released body cam videos from the officers who killed a woman earlier this week. The officers were responding to a call that a woman was attempting suicide. The video shows a woman grabbing a gun from under a bed and pointing it toward officers before she is shot. This is the evening update from MPR News hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music by Gary Meister.

University of Minnesota students share their concerns Friday with the U’s Board of Regents. Pro-Palestinian protesters are calling for the U to cut financial ties with companies linked to the Israeli military. The chance to address regents was part of the agreement to end an encampment on the Twin Cities campus.The Minnesota Senate has advanced a bill that would stiffen penalties for people who provide guns to people who can’t legally have them. The bill would raise the penalty from a misdemeanor to a felony for “straw purchasers.” The measure is likely the only gun restriction that will pass this legislative session. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more Minnesota news at MPRnews.org.Students set to address University of Minnesota Board of RegentsMinnesota Senate approves tougher penalty for ‘straw purchasers,’ other restrictions off the tableRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Thursday’s drought monitor update classifies less than 40 percent of Minnesota as abnormally dry or in drought, the lowest percentage all year. And the Minnesota Legislature has approved a measure to enhance social media protections for children. It would bar kids under 14 from creating paid social media content. This is the afternoon update from MPR News, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music by Gary Meister.

A witness in the Feeding Our Future trial says he conspired with the defendants to steal government money meant for meal sites during the pandemic. And a state senator will undergo training on appropriate email communications after facing an ethics complaint. The four members of a Senate ethics subcommittee voted to pass a resolution that would drop a complaint against Republican Sen. Glenn Gruenhagen following the training.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more Minnesota news at MPRnews.org.Feeding Our Future witness says he helped set up fake meal sites during the pandemicRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The Minneapolis City Council is expected to begin its consideration of the appointment of a new Civil Rights Department director when it meets tomorrow. And a former Feeding Our Future employee told a jury today about how he conspired with others at the Twin Cities nonprofit to steal money from government child nutrition programs. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

An ethics complaint against Minnesota Sen. Nicole Mitchell will be on hold until next month — unless additional information comes out sooner related to her burglary arrest. And Gov. Tim Walz says negotiations will move ahead on rideshare driver protections that can also satisfy Uber and Lyft, the dominant players in the industry.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Sen. Mitchell declines to testify before ethics panel as it defers decision on burglary arrestDFL lawmakers advance rideshare plan despite Uber, Lyft pushbackRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

A Republican representative from Nebraska wants the U.S. House to censure Minnesota 5th District DFL Rep. Ilhan Omar for comments she made related to college student protests against Israel's actions in Gaza.And the proposed framework between DFL lawmakers at the Capitol and the Minneapolis City Council over wages for rideshare drivers moved ahead at the Capitol today. A House committee advanced the plan that aims to better compensate Uber and Lyft drivers.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A woman died in after being shot by police Monday night in St. Paul. Authorities say it happened on the 1100 block of Rose Avenue East after the woman allegedly pointed a gun at officers. And criminal charges have been dropped for protestors who were arrested after refusing to leave the pro-Palestinian solidarity encampment at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus last month. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.St. Paul police officers fatally shoot womanTrespassing charges dropped for all 9 anti-war protesters arrested at U of MRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

President Trump will campaign in Minnesota next week after twice coming up short in the state. And state legislators and Minneapolis council members say they have an updated wage proposal for rideshare drivers. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music from Gary Meister.

The trial of seven people accused of fraud in the Feeding Our Future case continues Monday. Last week, prosecution witnesses testified they noticed larger than expected reimbursements from a pandemic-era program intended to feed children at a broad range of sites. And students at the University of Minnesota may be facing a tuition increase.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.U of M mulling highest tuition bump since 2010 for in-state studentsRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The Hennepin County Attorney's Office's contract with outside attorneys to prosecute a Minnesota state trooper who fatally shot a motorist last summer will be capped at $1 million dollars. And the Minnesota Senate has defeated an attempt to allow misdemeanor charges against anyone under 21 for using or possessing cannabis.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Lane closures are in place along a stretch of Interstate 494 in the southern Twin Cities metro area. The freeway is down to two lanes in each direction across the Minnesota River near the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. The closures will remain in place through late October. And hours after unionized education support professionals in Minneapolis Public Schools filed a notice to strike later this month, leaders from both the union and district announced they’d reached a deal. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Elana See. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Minneapolis schools, support staff reach deal to avoid strikeRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Education support professionals in the Minneapolis Public School district have reached a contract agreement with their district. And students at the University of Minnesota took down their protest encampment in the rain this morning after negotiating with campus administration.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

An FBI agent testified in the Feeding Our Future trial Wednesday. He stated that an investigation of suspected fraud in government child nutrition programs started soon after a state official contacted the bureau in 2021. And the Minnesota Twins have now won 10 games in a row. The team completed another sweep of the Chicago White Sox yesterday, winning 10 to 5.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Elana See. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Attorneys outline cases as first Feeding Our Future trial startsTwins rally late for 10th straight win, 10-5 over White SoxRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The Minnesota House yesterday passed a supplemental budget bill to put $55 million into literacy, teacher training and pre-K programs. And University of Minnesota officials say they had a constructive dialogue this morning with students involved in pro-Palestinian protests on the Twin Cities campus.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

American Indian Month is now underway. The American Indian Cultural Corridor in the Phillips neighborhood of south Minneapolis is hosting a large event Wednesday to kick off the month. And one of St. Paul’s historic neighborhoods is again part of the official city streets. The city renamed a portion of Concordia Avenue as Rondo Avenue.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Elana See. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Sign of the future: St. Paul officially brings back historic Rondo Avenue street nameRenovated Minneapolis American Indian Center reflects urban Indigenous identityRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The DFL-led Minnesota Senate voted down an effort to call for Sen. Nicole Mitchell's resignation after her burglary arrest.And in the Feeding Our Future trial Tuesday, a state regulator testified that she was concerned about fraud in government child nutrition programs after seeing massive growth in meal reimbursement requests during the COVID pandemic. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Protests continued at the Twin Cities campus of the University of Minnesota Monday after the U called for buildings along Northrop Mall to close at 2 p.m. And a new report released Tuesday finds that Minnesota continues to outpace the nation in transitioning from fossil fuels to carbon-free sources of electricity.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Anti-war protests continue Monday at U of M and Hamline, organizers set up encampmentRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

A Minnesota state senator won't be disqualified from voting in the Legislature’s final weeks. Republicans tried Monday to strip DFL Sen. Nicole Mitchell of voting power. She is charged with felony burglary and awaits ethics proceedings. Also, attorneys outlined their cases in a fraud trial of seven people who allegedly diverted millions in pandemic aid from a program aimed at feeding children. This is the afternoon MPR News update hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music by Gary Meister.

Basketball fans in the Twin Cities Sunday night celebrated the Minnesota Timberwolves sweep of their first round series against the Phoenix Suns. The Wolves will next play the Denver Nuggets or the Los Angeles Lakers in the conference semifinals.Republicans in Minnesota's 3rd Congressional District endorsed Tad Jude to run for the open seat currently help by Rep. Dean Phillips. And opening statements are set to begin Monday morning in the first criminal trial following the investigation of Feeding Our Future.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.No Republican endorsement in the 7th Congressional District. Tad Jude gets nod in the 3rdEdwards scores 40 points and Timberwolves outlast Suns 122-116Jury seated in first Feeding Our Future trialRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minnesota Republicans will gather for three endorsing conventions around the state this weekend. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison calls upon United Health Group to better protect patients and providers after February's cyber attack, and Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert delivers his first state of the city address. This is an MPR News evening update, hosted by Emily Reese.

The Hennepin County Attorney’s office is assembling a new prosecution team days before an important hearing in the case of state trooper Ryan Londregan, who is charged with the shooting death of motorist Ricky Cobb II last summer.And a jury has been seated in the first Feeding Our Future trial. Seven people are charged with stealing tens of millions of dollars from government meal programs as part of what prosecutors say was a much larger conspiracy.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Prosecution team in Londregan shooting case faces personnel changesJury seated in first Feeding Our Future trialRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Gov. Tim Walz says he’s awaiting more information before deciding whether to call for the resignation of a DFL state senator.And the Minneapolis City Council today passed an ordinance that requires cigarettes sold in the city to cost at least $15 dollars a pack. It's the highest required price in the country. Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Minneapolis Public Schools and the Minneapolis Federation of Teachers reached a tentative agreement in the early morning hours Thursday. And protests in support of Palestinians continue at the University of Minnesota after eight students and one faculty member were arrested this week. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Minneapolis Public Schools, teachers reach tentative agreement overnight‘We’re not going to stop’: Protests continue at the University of Minnesota campusRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minnesota senators failed to advance a motion to eventually expel the DFL lawmaker charged with a felony over an alleged burglary this week. The senator charged, Nicole Mitchell of Woodbury, did not appear at the Capitol today. And school board members governing Minnesota’s largest district have reached an agreement to avoid disrupting the annual budget process. Three out of six Anoka Hennepin school board members had said they could not vote in favor of a budget that funded things like culturally responsive teaching and equity initiatives.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A teenager has been charged — and another minor has been identified — in connection with a shooting last summer at a Minneapolis punk music show. And the top Republican in the Minnesota Senate is calling on DFL Sen. Nicole Mitchell to resign following her arrest in northwest Minnesota. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Charges announced 8 months after Nudieland mass shooting, pain still fresh for survivorsMinnesota lawmakers return from break to uncertainty after DFL lawmaker’s arrestRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

UnitedHealth Group says the cyberattack on its Change Healthcare subsidiary earlier this year may have exposed personal information from “a substantial portion of people in America.” The Minnetonka-based company says it hasn't seen signs that medical charts or histories were released in the data breach, but it says it may take months of additional work to determine the extent of the breach and notify everyone affected.And about thirty students set up tents in a protest for Gaza. They want the university to divest from weapons manufacturers and businesses that engage with the Israeli military.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Bright. Music by Gary Meister.

Law enforcement shot a man in a Woodbury Target parking lot Monday after an armed standoff.  Police responded to a vehicle with stolen license plates and found the vehicle and the suspect — a 50-year-old man. And authorities issued a shelter-in-place alert last night for a small part of Robbinsdale — but it was inadvertently sent to all of Hennepin County. Robbinsdale police say the alert stemmed from reports of a possible domestic situation involving weapons. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Man shot, wounded after standoff with police at Woodbury shopping centerShelter-in-place alert for Robbinsdale neighborhood inadvertently sent to all of Hennepin CountyRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

A set of new appointments announced today to the Minnesota Supreme Court will end a months-long transition phase.And Woodbury police say a man was shot and wounded by officers outside a Target store this morning. There was no immediate word on the man’s condition. The Minnesota B-C-A is investigating.This is an evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Bright. Music by Gary Meister.

Jury selection starts Monday in the first trial in an alleged $250 million scheme to defraud government child nutrition programs. And a new statewide survey from First Children’s Finance and the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis shows fewer Minnesota child care operators struggled financially last year. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Jury selection set to start in first Feeding Our Future trialMinnesota child care finances stabilize, but the business remains in fluxRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minnesotans would have access to a free electronic tax filing system under a bill that cleared a House committee Friday. Also, For the first time in two decades, the city of Saint Cloud will have new leadership. Dave Kleis, the city's longest-serving mayor, announced his retirement. This is the MPR News evening update, hosted by Jacob Aloi. Theme music by Gary Meister.

First lady Jill Biden will be in the Twin Cities Friday evening for an education speech and a campaign event. The Minnesota Senate has approved an elections policy bill that would guarantee Minnesotans the right to sue if they face discrimination in voting. And Highway 169 between Interstates 94 and 394 will be closed from Friday to Monday morning as crews work on a bridge replacement project, MnDOT says.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.First lady Jill Biden to visit Minnesota on Friday‘Minnesota Voting Rights Act’ nears governor’s signature after state Senate approvalRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minnesota principals say they don’t have the time they need to do the sorts of instructional leadership their jobs require. According to a new report from the University of Minnesota, principals statewide responded to a survey saying they spend more time than they’d like on administrative tasks. And a new national report ranks Minnesota in the bottom half of the country for preschool enrollment.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A sentencing date has been set for the Minnesota man convicted last week in the fatal stabbing of a teenager while tubing on a western Wisconsin river. Nicolae Miu will be sentenced on July 31st in St. Croix County Circuit Court in Hudson. And the St. Paul City Council unanimously passed a zoning proposal Wednesday that aims to prepare the city for a future with more electric vehicles.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Sentencing date set for Apple River stabbing caseSt. Paul City Council votes unanimously to boost EV-readinessRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The family of Ricky Cobb II announced today a federal lawsuit against the state trooper who fatally shot him last year. And two Minnesotans are on Time magazine's list of the 100 most influential people of 2024, announced today.That story and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

State lawmakers have advanced a proposal that addresses one item rideshare drivers and companies want settled. And Minnesota’s first lady Gwen Walz Tuesday joined gun control advocates at the State Capitol urging the Legislature to approve a pair of firearm bills.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more stories at MPRnews.org.Read the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

UnitedHealth Group spent about $872 million responding to a cyberattack in its first quarter, according to the company's earnings report released today. Crews continued searching a southwest Minnesota lake today for a 15-year-old boy who went missing while canoeing yesterday evening.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Local governments in Minnesota are asking the state to help them fund projects that address new federal drinking water standards regarding so-called forever chemicals. And leaders of the House Children and Families Finance and Policy Committee are backing $36 million in supplemental funding to expand child welfare and protection and food assistance. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Local governments look to state to help foot PFAS billPush for more Minnesota child care funding falls short as legislative session winds downRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The Minnesota DFL is disavowing a local party chapter's endorsement of a Minnesota House candidate convicted of second-degree felony assault. And a federal lawsuit accuses Anoka County and employees of deliberately ignoring the medical needs of a former jail inmate in opioid withdrawal.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The east side of the historic Stone Arch Bridge in Minneapolis is now closed for repairs. And a construction project affecting two major routes through south Minneapolis is also getting underway today. On- and off-ramps linking Hiawatha Avenue and East Lake Street will be closed through October.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Stone Arch Bridge visitors enjoy last weekend before repairs commenceRoad construction: 193 projects on tap for 2024 seasonRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

A judge Friday gave a life sentence to a Brooklyn Park man who pleaded guilty in the death of his ex-girlfriend. Erick Haynes ordered two teenagers to break into the home of Zaria McKeever and kill her new partner, but one of the teens shot McKeever instead. This is the evening update from MPR News, hosted by Peter Cox. Theme music by Gary Meister.

A pair of bills pending in the Legislature would require transparent, upfront pricing that includes add-on service fees for everything from concert tickets to hotel rooms and restaurant bills. Both proposals passed the House Thursday. And 2024 is on pace to be the deadliest year on Minnesota roads in some time — from Jan. 1 through April 10, traffic fatalities were up 61 percent compared to a year ago.

The Minneapolis City Council voted today to extend implementation of its ordinance boosting pay for Uber and Lyft drivers by two months. Both Uber and Lyft have said the new rates are too high and will cause them to pull their services from the city. And after a trial that lasted 8 days, a Wisconsin jury found Nicolae Miu guilty today of first-degree reckless homicide in the 2022 Apple River stabbings. Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Elena See. Music by Gary Meister.

One person was killed and two Hennepin County sheriff's deputies were injured Wednesday in Minnetonka. Police say the deputies suffered non life-threatening injuries while attempting to serve a felony arrest warrant. And no verdict was reached Wednesday in the Nicolae Mui trial. The jury continues deliberations Thursday.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.2 Hennepin County deputies injured in Minnetonka, ‘armed’ person diesRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

A lawsuit filed Wednesday against Hennepin County says it failed to protect its employees and take action against former sheriff Dave Hutchinson. Current and former employees of the Hennepin County sheriff's office blasted Hutchinson in the lawsuit, alleging he regularly made bigoted comments, and threatened employees' jobs and personal safety. The afternoon MPR News update is hosted by Elena See. Theme music by Gary Meister.

A Prior Lake man charged in the fatal stabbing of a Stillwater teenager during a 2022 tubing trip in western Wisconsin took the witness stand Tuesday. Nicolae Miu testified he acted in self-defense when he killed 17-year-old Isaac Schuman and injured four others. And Xcel Energy customers could soon pay different rates for the electricity they use, depending on the time of day.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Xcel Energy hopes charging more for electricity during peak hours will encourage customers to shift energy useRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The Minnesota House has backed a proposal to let voters sue in some situations. The 8th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in 2023 that the federal Voting Rights Act doesn't give individuals the right to sue since they're not explicitly named in law. Republicans said the state should not get involved in the matter. This is the evening MPR News update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music by Gary Meister.

Advocates for people with disabilities and members of the business community are warning it would be disastrous to allow Uber and Lyft to leave the city of Minneapolis. And President Joe Biden was in Wisconsin Monday, where he said more than 30 million borrowers would see “life-changing” relief from his plan to ease student loan debt.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Frey again pushes Minneapolis City Council to reconsider Uber/Lyft ordinanceBiden promotes 'life-changing' student loan relief in Wisconsin as he rallies younger votersRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minnesota legislators are considering a measure to require any person selling copper to have a state-issued license to curb wire theft. St. Paul is one city that has been plagued by copper wire loss from street lights, creating dark neighborhoods. Also, the state Senate backed a bill that adds extra legal protections for renters. The is the evening MPR News update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music by Gary Meister.

The trial of Nicolae Miu, a Minnesota man charged with fatally stabbing a teenager during a tubing trip in western Wisconsin, is entering its second week. And the Minneapolis City Council gets an update this afternoon on reuse of the old 3rd Precinct police headquarters.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Minneapolis plans community safety center, police precinct under same roofTestimony continues at trial for man charged in Apple River stabbingRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Discipline records from the Minneapolis Police Department show that about a dozen officers were disciplined for actions during unrest following George Floyd's murder in 2020. And the state Legislature would take the responsibility for building future light rail projects away from the Met Council and assign it instead to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Lawmakers and rideshare companies are working to avoid service disruptions in the Twin Cities spurred by a new Minneapolis ordinance. And native Minnesotan Paige Bueckers and her UConn Huskies face player of the year Caitlin Clark and her Iowa Hawkeyes tonight in the Final Four. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Lyft attempts negotiation on Minneapolis drivers’ wage increaseCaitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers have been in each other’s orbit for years. The Final Four beckonsRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Rideshare companies say lawmakers are getting closer to an agreement that would convince them to stay in Minnesota.And a nurse who tried the save the life of a Stillwater teenager stabbed while tubing on a western Wisconsin river testified today at the trial of the man charged with killing him.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

It's the Twins home opener Thursday in Minneapolis. They play the Cleveland Guardians at Target Field just after 3 p.m. And U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack was in Mankato Tuesday, talking about a new grant program. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.What to know about Minnesota Twins home opener vs. Cleveland GuardiansUSDA announces $1.5 billion investment to help farmers with conservation, climate-smart agricultureRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

A Minnesota House committee advanced a bill Wednesday that would send monthly checks to low-income people.And a northwestern Minnesota project to reduce phosphorus pollution flowing to the Red River is being used as an example of how to address a long-standing pollution problem.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The mother of a Stillwater teenager fatally stabbed while tubing on the Apple River testified Monday at the trial of the man charged with killing him. And attorneys for the state trooper charged in the shooting death of a motorist last summer are asking the judge to dismiss the charges against him. Ryan Londregan is charged with murder, manslaughter and assault. He fatally shot Ricky Cobb II during a traffic stop on Interstate 94 in Minneapolis.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Testimony continues at trial for man charged in Apple River stabbingRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Witnesses testified Tuesday in the trial of a Minnesota man charged with fatally stabbing a teenager during a tubing trip in western Wisconsin. Nicolae Miu is charged with first-degree intentional homicide in the death of Isaac Schuman of Stillwater during a confrontation in 2022. Also, affordable housing developments could be coming to Bemidji and St. Cloud. This is the evening MPR News update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music is by Gary Meister.

Metro Transit plans to have 24 non-police agents to enforce light rail fares and rules — but right now, they only have half that number. And the Minnesota State Patrol says the patrol needs an updated headquarters. Currently, the patrol has offices across state, but it says those offices are outdated and far too small. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Read the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Justices on the Minnesota Supreme Court are again being asked to decide when people with felony records can regain voting rights.And a federal judge has approved 3M's $10 billion settlement with drinking water suppliers over "forever chemicals."Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Several new local taxes take effect in Minnesota on Monday, April 1. And the State Supreme Court hears arguments in a case involving voter eligibility for people with felony records.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Read the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Voting law affecting thousands back before Minnesota Supreme CourtSt. Paul’s new one-cent sales tax starts April 1. Mayor Carter shares plans for itSubscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

As transportation officials in Maryland gear up to rebuild the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge, they're looking to Minnesota's experience replacing the I-35W bridge for guidance. And a Bloomington woman has been charged with assaulting two police officers, after a car chase and gunfire in Carver County earlier this week.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jeff Jones. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison says he hasn’t received a formal request to assist or take over the prosecution of Trooper Ryan Londregan, who is charged in the 2023 death of Ricky Cobb II as he fled a traffic stop. Ellison says the case would present a logistical challenge because his office also represents the Minnesota State Patrol in civil matters. And two journalists have reached a $1.2 million settlement with the State Patrol for injuries sustained during the riots after George Floyd’s murder.

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison says he supports legislation to increase criminal penalties for people who buy guns and turn them over to others ineligible to possess firearms.And long-time Timberwolves and Lynx owner Glen Taylor says his team is no longer for sale, after speculation the team would be sold.Those stories and more in today’s evening news update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Federal officials are looking to lessons learned from the collapse and rebuild of the Interstate 35W bridge in Minneapolis as they respond to Tuesday's bridge collapse in Baltimore. U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg talked about the Baltimore disaster on CNN. In the wake of the bridge collapse in Maryland, Minnesota officials say they're guarding against a similar scenario while planning the replacement of the Blatnik Bridge linking Duluth and Superior, Wis.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Replacement Blatnik Bridge plans safety measures in case of future ship collisionFor Minnesotans, Baltimore bridge collapse brings back memories of I-35W disasterRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

A settlement has been reached between the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension and the families of five men who were killed by law enforcement. The suit against the BCA said the agency did not follow the law when it did not turn over data to families after their cases had been settled.And Rosemount-based Spectro Alloys broke ground today on a more than $70 million expansion that will greatly increase its aluminum recycling capacity. Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Gov. Tim Walz sized up the State of the State as “strong” during an address Tuesday night at an Owatonna school. And abortion providers in the upper Midwest say they're ready for any outcome of a legal challenge to the drug mifepristone.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.With eyes on past and on future, Walz makes his way to Owatonna for State of State addressMinnesota medication abortion provider on what’s at stake in SCOTUS mifepristone caseRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Many school districts across Minnesota canceled classes or moved to online learning today amid the ongoing winter storm.And the Duluth City Council has voted 5 to 4 against a resolution calling for a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Gov. Tim Walz gives his State of the State speech Tuesday night at Owatonna High School in southern Minnesota. He says he chose the location because the high school is a leader in providing vocational career pathways for students. And a Minnesota Senate committee has advanced a bill that would let Minnesota voters challenge racially discriminatory laws. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.This week, Walz heads to Owatonna for on-the-road State of State speechState of the State: Tune in at 7 p.m. Tuesday on the MPR News live stream, YouTube channel and Facebook page.Read the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The winter storm has transitioned to rain in southern Minnesota. But it still feels very wintery up north. Minnesotans should prepare for the possibility of an icy commute as the weather gets colder. Also, Minnesota lawmakers plan to put forward $109 million to help counties repay people whose property was forfeited then sold due to unpaid taxes. The move comes after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that Hennepin County violated a woman’s rights when it sold her property for more than she owed in taxes and kept the windfall. This is the evening MPR News update, hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Schools have canceled or delayed classes across the region Monday as Minnesota deals with a spring snow storm. More than a hundred flights were canceled or delayed at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport Sunday as extra crews worked to keep runways open during a popular day for travel.And a federal grand jury has indicted a second man on human smuggling charges after a family of four from India was found frozen to death two years ago while trying to cross into Minnesota from Canada.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Snow day: School and college cancellations, delays across MinnesotaGrand jury indicts second man in freezing death of Indian migrantsRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The second of two snowstorms is expected to hit on Saturday night. Snow will start in western Minnesota and pick up across the state on Sunday. And concerns about pollutants including "forever chemicals," or PFAS, have prompted state health officials to issue new guidelines for eating fish from the Mississippi River between St. Paul and Wabasha.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

In the Minnesota Senate, a committee takes up a set of gun restrictions Friday, after a House public safety committee took up a proposal Thursday to set tougher penalties for straw purchasing. Other new legislation at the Capitol would prohibit banning books in public and school libraries based on content or ideological objections. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Another round of gun law changes again in the mix at the Capitol‘Ban on book bans’ introduced in Minnesota LegislatureRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Winter weather advisories go into effect Thursday across a swath of Minnesota from Moorhead and Morris south and east to Brainerd, Saint Cloud, the Twin Cities and Rochester.And members of the Minneapolis City Council signaled Thursday that they are open to changes in its new rideshare driver pay ordinance. However, they are not backing down from their push to boost wages for drivers.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Defense attorneys for a Minnesota state trooper charged with murder, assault and manslaughter are in Hennepin County District Court Thursday, urging a judge to order prosecutors to turn over more communications involving a use-of-force expert. And charges will not be filed against the St. Paul Police officer who shot and killed Yia Xiong a year ago.  This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Governor hasn’t ruled out reassigning state trooper case to attorney generalNo criminal charges against St. Paul officers in the death of Yia XiongRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

North Memorial Health is cutting around 100 jobs across its system, the health care system says.And Minnesota lawmakers plan to discuss a bill Thursday that would set tougher penalties for straw purchasers.Those stories and more in today’s evening news update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minnesota House is back to its full complement.  Republican Bryan Lawrence won a special election in a central Minnesota last night, defeating Democrat Brad Brown. Lawrence replaces former GOP Rep. Kurt Daudt, who resigned ahead of the session to take a new job.And Members of a Minnesota Senate committee want the state historical society to buy the ruby slippers made famous in "The Wizard of Oz." The bill would set aside funding from Minnesota's Legacy Amendment to purchase the famous shoes and put them on display at the Judy Garland museum in Grand Rapids.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.There’s no place like home: Ruby slippers from ‘Wizard of Oz’ could find permanent residence in MinnesotaRepublicans retain Minnesota House seat in special electionRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Lawmakers are debating a bill to raise Minnesota's minimum wage. And Minnetonka-based UnitedHealth Group says it's managing the impact to consumer healthcare providers from a cyberattack on its subsidiary Change Healthcare. It still has not provided a date for when the recovery will be complete.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Another big retirement is coming in the Minnesota House. Rep. Dean Urdahl, the 11-term Republican from Grove City, says he'll leave after this term rather than seek two more years. And Gov. Tim Walz has been expressing concerns about the handling of murder and manslaughter charges against Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan, who is charged in the killing of Ricky Cobb II.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more stories like these at MPRnews.org.Read the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The FBI has returned a pair of ruby slippers from the Wizard of Oz to their out of state owner —nearly two decades after a thief stole them from a northern Minnesota museum. And parts of Minnesota could see significant snow over the next week. MPR meteorologist Sven Sundgaard says there'll be a warm-up tomorrow before another shot of cold air on Wednesday, ahead of the precipitation.Those stories and more in today’s evening news update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A federal grand jury has indicted a second Minnesota man in connection with the theft of a pair of ruby slippers from the movie “The Wizard of Oz.”Police are investigating an incident at a Bloomington mosque where shots were fired in the parking lot on Saturday night. No injuries were reported. According to police, gun shell casings were found at the parking lot of Dar al-Farooq Center after a verbal altercation in a bathroom.And Gov. Tim Walz is set to release his supplemental budget this week.

Despite cooler temperatures forecast in the coming days, the month of March will likely be warmer than normal. That's according to climatologist and meteorologist Mark Seeley. He says the warm, dry winter of 2024 has counteracted the wettest December in history recorded at the end of last year.That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

In a vote of 10 to three on Thursday, the Minneapolis City Council overrode Mayor Jacob Frey's veto of an ordinance that raises rideshare drivers' pay and offers them more protections. The ordinance takes effect May 1. Uber and Lyft had threatened to leave if the ordinance was enacted, and after the vote, Frey said council members did not pay attention to the data in state reports or talk to all of the parties involved in the issue.Gov. Tim Walz has signed a compromise school resource officer bill. It allows officers to use prone restraints in situations where students pose a risk to themselves or others. It also sets up extra training for officers. Last year, several police departments pulled resource officers out of schools because of liability concerns.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Minneapolis City Council overrides Frey’s veto on ordinance boosting rideshare driver payRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

A federal grand jury has indicted the girlfriend of Shannon Gooden, the man who shot and killed three Burnsville first responders last month. Prosecutors allege that Ashley Dyrdahl bought guns for Gooden, who was barred from purchasing firearms because of a felony conviction. And a symbolic setting figured prominently into an appearance by Vice President Kamala Harris in Minnesota Thursday. Harris toured a Planned Parenthood North Central States facility to make a point about the Biden administration’s commitment to preserving access to abortion and other reproductive care.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Vice President Kamala Harris campaigns in Minnesota Thursday. Harris will speak at a healthcare facility in St. Paul during her visit. And the Minneapolis City Council will decide whether to override a mayoral veto to enact pay raises for rideshare drivers. The council last week voted to increase the per-mile and per-minute pay for drivers, aimed to make sure they earn the city's minimum wage. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Harris will visit an abortion clinic, a first for any president or vice presidentMinneapolis City Council votes to boost rideshare driver pay by veto proof majorityRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The state Senate higher education committee heard a bill Tuesday that would prohibit legacy admissions at Minnesota colleges and universities. And a bill advancing in the Minnesota Legislature aims to make all packaging reusable, recyclable or compostable by 2032.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Emily Bright. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Minnesota lawmakers look to put packaging companies on the hook for materials wasteProposed bill would ban legacy admissions at all Minnesota collegesRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

A Minnesota public safety panel weighed a pair of proposals today that would let local governments restrict guns in public spaces.And a divided Moorhead city council last night approved a resolution calling for a cease-fire in Gaza.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Gov. Tim Walz is urging small businesses negatively affected by the lack of snow this winter in Minnesota to apply for federal assistance. A bill aimed at protecting consumers who buy online tickets to games and concerts is headed to the House floor. And Kirk Cousins is leaving the Minnesota Vikings for a big new contract with the Atlanta Falcons.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Emily Bright. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Small businesses that rely on Minnesota winters could be eligible for federal disaster assistance due to lack of snowLegislation for the ‘Eras’ — New Taylor Swift ticketing bill could help fans in MinnesotaCousins leaves Vikings for big new contract with Falcons in QB’s latest well-timed trip to marketRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The White House says that Vice President Kamala Harris will be in the Twin Cities on Thursday. And Minneapolis Public Schools is facing budget cuts.Those stories and more in today’s evening news update. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

State lawmakers are grappling again this year with bills to legalize sports betting in Minnesota, where there isn't a solid consensus. The issue doesn’t cut along party lines and various iterations might gain some votes and lose others in a closely divided Legislature. And with new online trainings for faith leaders, state officials hope to better support mental health in rural areas.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Emily Bright. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.On latest lap through Capitol, backers of legal sports betting bill strain for winning formulaRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The incoming president of the University of Minnesota will make just over a million dollars in her first year on the job. Rebecca Cunningham's contract was approved unanimously by the U's Regents Friday.And how much should rideshare drivers get paid? That's been a subject of debate this week in Minneapolis, and there’s now new data to consider. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jeff Jones. Music by Gary Meister.

A federal judge has dismissed a wrongful death suit by the mother of a man killed by Brooklyn Center police. And after fierce testimony, state lawmakers decided to table a bill transferring land from the White Earth State Forest to the White Earth Nation.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Alex Simpson. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Judge rejects wrongful death suit over Brooklyn Center police shootingAfter fierce testimony, lawmakers pump the brakes on White Earth Forest land return billRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minnesota's Office of Cannabis Management proposed new legislation Thursday that aims to incorporate greater social equity to the state's approach to legalizing cannabis. And the Minneapolis City Council and mayor are at odds over an ordinance passed Thursday to boost pay and worker protections for rideshare drivers.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

First responders in Murray County in southwest Minnesota can now have an extra set of eyes and ears with them during a crisis. And the Minneapolis City Council will consider a policy Thursday that would boost pay and benefits for rideshare drivers in the city. Rideshare companies Uber and Lyft have again threatened to stop operating in the city if the ordinance passes.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Alex Simpson. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.New ambulance telemedicine devices save time — and livesRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minnesota Congressman Dean Phillips ended his campaign against Pres. Joe Biden for the Democratic presidential nomination Wednesday, one day after poor showings in Super Tuesday states. And a Minnesota House Elections committee today advanced a state-level voting rights act.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Former Republican President Donald Trump and current Democratic President Joe Biden won their respective party primaries on Tuesday. And Minnesota 3rd District DFL Rep. Dean Phillips struggled to gain support in his home state during Super Tuesday voting.In other news, Minneapolis is hosting the women's Big Ten college basketball tournament, which gets underway Wednesday at Target Center. The biggest attraction is Caitlin Clark of the Iowa Hawkeyes, who earlier this week became the career scoring leader among all major college basketball players.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Alex Simpson. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Biden, Trump prevail in Minnesota while facing deep cracks in their party basesThe Caitlin Clark show fueled a Big Ten tournament sellout. These women are used to big crowdsRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

St. Paul teachers and the district say they've reached a tentative contract agreement Tuesday afternoon. This likely averts a strike planned for next week. And around one thousand workers from several nursing homes across the state went on strike Tuesday. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Today is primary election day in Minnesota and more than a dozen other Super Tuesday states. Plus, around 4,000 janitors are starting the second day of a three-day strike over pay and retirement benefits.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Alex Simpson. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.It’s Super Tuesday: What to know about Minnesota’s presidential primary electionThousands of Twin Cities janitors begin three-day strikeRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The final update before Super Tuesday of early presidential primary voting shows more than 88,000 ballots are in so far in Minnesota.And about a hundred janitors joined a picket line Monday morning outside of Ameriprise headquarters in downtown Minneapolis, as workers who clean more than a hundred buildings across the Twin Cities started a three-day strike.That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Elena See. Music by Gary Meister.

More than 4,000 office janitors across the Twin Cities are on strike Monday. Their push for wage increases and affordable health care follows recent wins for retail janitors. And officials say a large grass fire near Waseca is now under control.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Emily Bright. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Wildfires burn hundreds of acres in southern, western MinnesotaRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The Met Council says its planned Blue Line light rail extension project will add up to 13,000 rides per day on the route and cost close to $3 billion.And teacher union representatives and school district leaders in St. Paul are engaged Friday in their last scheduled mediation session before a possible strike.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Mourners filled Grace Church in Eden Prairie Wednesday to honor the three fallen first responders who were shot and killed earlier this month in a standoff in Burnsville.  Thousands of people filled the church and others watched along a procession back to Burnsville.And there's a special election Thursday for Minnesota House District 27B. Three candidates — two Republicans and one Democrat — are vying to move forward to a special election next month to determine who will replace former Republican State Representative Kurt Daudt.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Memorial for Burnsville officers, paramedic hits a nerve with first responders communityDaudt, a former House speaker, to leave Minn. Legislature in FebruaryRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Speakers at Wednesday’s memorial for three fallen first responders remembered them as diligent coworkers and good friends. And former county elections official Rachel Bohman has launched a DFL campaign for Congress in Minnesota's 1st District. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Thousands of people are expected to attend Wednesday’s public memorial service for three Burnsville first responders fatally shot in the line of duty last week. The service for police officers Paul Elmstrand and Matthew Ruge, and firefighter-paramedic Adam Finseth, is at Grace Church in Eden Prairie. It will be streamed live on MPRnews.org and on the radio. And the owner of a Burnsville gun shop says a firearm connected to the deaths of the fallen first responders has been traced to his store and may have been obtained through a straw buyer.  This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.Fallen first responders remembered by loved ones as kind, courageous, selflessGun shop owner says Burnsville suspect purchased rifle through straw buyerRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Organizers of Wednesday’s public memorial service for three Burnsville first responders killed in the line of duty say they’re expecting thousands of law enforcement, firefighting and paramedic personnel to attend.That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Parts of Minnesota are getting winter weather Tuesday. A winter storm warning is in effect with accumulating snow and high winds in northwest and north-central Minnesota. And the University of Minnesota Board of Regents has chosen a University of Michigan administrator to serve as the its next president. Dr. Rebecca Cunningham is Michigan's vice president for research and innovation and has worked as an emergency physician.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org:New University of Minnesota president is University of Michigan research headWintry wallop Tuesday into Wednesday then back to record warmthRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The St. Paul teachers union announced Monday its members will strike starting March 11 unless a deal is reached on a new contract. The 10-day countdown until a possible walk out begins. The union says it is doing everything in its power to reach a settlement with the district and avoid a strike. Also, schools were closed and residents were asked to limit water use through the morning in the northwestern Minnesota town of Hawley, after a massive fire overnight.This is the MPR News evening update hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music by Gary Meister.

Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley, the former governor of South Carolina, campaigns in the Twin Cities Monday evening. And the University of Minnesota Board of Regents meets today to interview the three finalists to be the university's next president and vote on a president-designate. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org:University of Minnesota regents set to choose U's next presidentConservative megadonors Koch not funding Haley anymore as she continues longshot bidRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency approved a rule this week that will allow gasoline blended with higher amounts of ethanol to be sold year-round in eight Midwestern states, including Minnesota.And Canadian wildfires brought smoke and hazy skies to Minnesota last summer. Some of those fires are still smoldering underground.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The new Transit Rider Investment Program starts today in the Twin Cities. Agents will ride trains and check fares as part of Metro Transit's broader safety and security action plan. And more details have been released about the Burnsville standoff where three first responders were killed Sunday. Shannon Gooden eventually fired more than 100 rifle rounds at law enforcement and first responders, the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension said.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Read the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minnesota union leaders representing thousands of workers say they are all prepared to strike in early March if contract demands are not met. And lawmakers and emergency response workers are calling for an infusion of $120 million into the state's emergency medical services and ambulances.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News.

Minnesota lawmakers on opposing sides of the gun debate might be willing to come to the table following Sunday's fatal shooting in Burnsville. And state police have released new details about that standoff where three first responders were killed.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Read the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

A public memorial service for the three first responders killed Sunday in Burnsville is set for next week. Burnsville police officers Paul Elmstrand and Matthew Ruge and firefighter-paramedic Adam Finseth were fatally shot while responding to a domestic violence call. A memorial service for the three is set for 11 a.m. on Wednesday, February 28 at Grace Church in Eden Prairie.That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The man suspected of killing two Burnsville police officers and a firefighter-paramedic during a standoff on Sunday had a history of violence against women. And Minnesota lawmakers are considering legislation that would increase penalties for assaulting a sports official.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Burnsville city officials are coordinating fundraising efforts for the families of the two police officers and a firefighter-paramedic fatally shot while responding to a call on Sunday.And state lawmakers are considering legislation that would increase penalties for assaulting a sports official.Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Family members, friends and coworkers of the three first responders killed in Burnsville on Sunday paid tribute to them Monday at a makeshift memorial. And Brooklyn Park police say one person is dead and another is in custody after reports of an active shooter.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

City leaders and residents of Burnsville say they are hurting and heartbroken, after Sunday’s shooting that claimed the lives of two police officers and a firefighter-paramedic.And state lawmakers are pausing consideration of a bill addressing restraints school resource officers can use on students.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Elena See. Music by Gary Meister.

Hundreds of people gathered in Burnsville last night for a vigil, after two police officers and a firefighter-paramedic were fatally shot earlier in the day while responding to a call. The investigation into the shooting continues. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

St. Paul educators have voted to authorize a strike. And Minneapolis city officials say as of Friday, the head of the city's civil rights department is no longer working for the city. In a statement, a city spokesperson said Alberder Gillespie has "concluded her service" with the city of Minneapolis.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The St. Paul teachers union has voted to authorize a strike. The vote gives union leadership the authority to decide to call a strike. And the American Association of School Administrators has named the superintendent of St. Paul Public Schools, Joe Gothard, as its superintendent of the year.That and more to catch you up in this MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

People across southern Minnesota are shoveling, snowblowing, skiing and sledding today, after the first major snowstorm of the season for much of the region.And frustration continues over the IRS decision to tax Minnesota rebate checks.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Side roads are crusty Thursday morning in the Twin Cities after several inches of snow fell overnight across much of southern and central Minnesota. And as work continues at the State Capitol, a Minnesota Senate panel has advanced a proposal to clear up rules around student restraint laws. That and more to catch you up in this MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Advocates for Missing and Murdered Indigenous relatives held events around the region Wednesday.And the head of Minnesota's State Patrol is stepping down. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Gov. Tim Walz said he would sign a sports betting bill into law if it were to reach his desk this session — as long as it doesn't infringe on compacts the state has made with tribes. And state health officials have identified two cases of measles. Both cases are in very young children in the Twin Cities who had been overseas. The Minnesota Department of Health is working to contact anyone who was exposed.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Prosecutors in the case of Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan, who is charged with murder and manslaughter for the fatal shooting of Ricky Cobb II on Interstate 94 last summer, argued in court Tuesday to restrict public access to all future motions and evidence on the matter. That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Democrats have control of the House and Senate. But the DFL governor was sounding bipartisan, as lawmakers returned to work.  And state health officials have identified the source of a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in northern Minnesota. They say testing points to parts of the city water system in Grand Rapids as the source. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Lawmakers returned to the Minnesota Capitol Monday for the start of the 2024 legislative session. Reworking a state law regarding school resource officers is a top priority.And students at the University of Minnesota will get the chance to meet three candidates hoping to fill the role of president of the university system starting Monday. Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The 2024 state legislative session begins Monday in St. Paul. Democrats, who control both chambers, say the session will be more about tweaking existing legislation than approving new spending. And two of the three finalists to become the next University of Minnesota president will be in Morris and Crookston today — to kick off their public interviews.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

The University of Minnesota has taken a step toward buying its teaching hospital from Fairview Health Services. The university's Board of Regents today approved a non-binding letter of intent for the purchase. That story and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minnesota legislative session begins on Monday and state lawmakers are starting to champion various causes. The Minneapolis City Council approved a $950,000 settlement on behalf of journalists detained or injured by Minneapolis police during unrest following George Floyd’s killing in 2020. And the council also enacted a resolution calling for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

About 22,000 absentee and mail ballots have been marked accepted for Minnesota's presidential primary. New statistics released today by the Secretary of State's office show that many more ballots have been sent out but not yet been returned to election officials.And Legislative Republicans plan to highlight recent raises for Minnesota state agency commissioners as examples of excessive spending by DFLers. Several leaders of state agencies saw salary adjustments of $30,000 or more per year. Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The Falcon Heights City Council meets with the St. Anthony Village City Council Thursday night to explore whether the Ramsey County suburbs should resume their policing relationship. The St. Paul City Council voted unanimously to change the name of a portion of St. Anthony Avenue to Rondo Avenue. And a new inspection report from the Minnesota Fire Marshal shows there were violations at Lutsen Lodge resort, which burned down early Tuesday.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Eli Lilly has settled a lawsuit with the state of Minnesota regarding insulin prices. The settlement calls for customers to have the option to pay no more than $35 a month for insulin products.And applications opened this morning for a new state rebate program that reimburses Minnesotans who buy an electric vehicle. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

For some in rural Minnesota, it continues to get more challenging to find a hospital to give birth. On Friday, labor and delivery services at Mayo Clinic Health System in New Prague will come to an end. And union teachers with St. Paul Public Schools will vote next week on whether to authorize a strike. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

The manager of the historic north shore lodge destroyed in a fire early this morning says it will be rebuilt. And union teachers with the St. Paul Public Schools will vote next week on whether to authorize a strike.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Season snowfall deficits continue to increase across Minnesota. This winter's snowfall is now about 2 feet below normal in the Twin Cities and more than 3 feet below normal in Duluth. And another DFL state lawmaker, Rep. Hodan Hassan, has announced she will not seek reelection this fall.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Emily Bright. Music by Gary Meister.

State officials are urging Minnesotans to file their taxes and potentially claim a new tax credit. Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan said the state is rolling out awareness campaigns about a new child tax credit. And Minnesota’s new universal school meals program is proving to be more popular than expected. It’s fueling a cooking renaissance at some cafeterias in the state.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A report by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development  found Minnesota businesses are "cautiously optimistic" about 2024. And government officials will meet with residents in Minneapolis's East Phillips neighborhood later this week to give updates on pollution from a nearby iron foundry.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Emily Bright. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minnesota Senate’s majority leader is stepping down from the position. DFL Senator Kari Dziedzic said the cancer she battled during last year’s legislative session has returned. At the start of a new session, she plans to step back from leadership once her caucus names her replacement.And Minnesota's attorney general's office said the state will get $4.5 million dollars from a settlement with a marketing firm over its role in the opioid crisis.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota Congressman Dean Phillips will appear on Saturday’s Democratic presidential primary ballot in South Carolina. A nonprofit group will manage the court-ordered oversight of the Minneapolis Police Department. And Minnesota has new statewide standards for teaching social studies.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

The U.S. Secretary of Agriculture visited a nutrition program office in Ramsey County to talk about the urgency for Congress to pass funding by March 1 to ensure nutrition assistance for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) and other programs will not have to see cuts. And Minneapolis city workers Thursday cleared a south side homeless encampment, two days after evicting dozens of people from another vacant lot several blocks away.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The health care system is facing gridlocks and delays in the discharges of patients who are awaiting beds in long-term care and rehab facilities, resulting in fewer available hospital beds for new patients. And Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has vetoed a resolution calling for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war which was passed by the city council last week.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

The three Burnsville first responders who were fatally shot while responding to a call last month were honored Thursday on the floor of the U.S. House. The entire Minnesota House delegation gathered together as Rep. Angie Craig read a resolution honoring officers Paul Elmstrand and Matthew Ruge and firefighter-paramedic Adam Finseth.And a two-alarm fire Thursday injured two people and destroyed a south Minneapolis encampment. The fire was reported just after noon at the Camp Nenookaasi encampment.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find more from these stories at MPRnews.org.U.S. House observes moment of silence for fallen first responders from BurnsvilleFire burns encampment in south Minneapolis; 2 people injuredRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Minneapolis city leaders say they hope to open a new third precinct police station and community safety center by early next year.And the Internal Revenue Service won’t reverse course on taxing the Minnesota rebates issued last fall.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

We've had less salt on roadways this winter because there's been little ice to melt. But more Minnesota communities hope to curb salt use, even when the weather is harsh. Also, we hear from the new GOP U.S. Senate candidate Joe Fraser. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

A retired Navy commander and political newcomer is challenging three-term DFL Sen. Amy Klobuchar. Clay Masters reports.And city crews started clearing an encampment this morning in south Minneapolis.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Mesiter.

The man who admitted stealing a pair of ruby red slippers worn in the "The Wizard of Oz" will not go to prison. And Essentia Health is closing its labor and delivery services unit in the rural northwestern Minnesota city of Fosston. Mayor Jim Offerdahl says the announcement breeches a contract Essentia has with the city to offer core services.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

The man who admitted stealing a pair of ruby red slippers worn during "The Wizard of Oz" will not go to prison. And the annual Saint Paul Pioneer Press Treasure Hunt medallion was found over the weekend, but some community members have called into question the decision to hide it at a culturally important Native American site.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A Minnesota State Patrol trooper charged with murder and manslaughter for a fatal shooting during a traffic stop last year makes his first court appearance Monday. And sentencing for the man who admits to stealing a pair of ruby slippers used in the classic movie "The Wizard of Oz" is set for today in Duluth. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Duluth, Saint Cloud, Hibbing and International Falls each broke records this morning for warmest overnight low temperature. The Twin Cities tied a record with a low of 35 degrees. That mild weather isn't going anywhere, anytime soon.That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minneapolis City Council passed a resolution Thursday calling for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war. And Minnesotans would have the option to medically end their lives under a controversial bill that elicited hours of public testimony Thursday.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

President Joe Biden joined elected officials from Minnesota and Wisconsin in Superior today to celebrate a billion-dollar infrastructure grant to rebuild the aging Blatnik Bridge. That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

President Joe Biden visits the Twin Ports today to highlight $1 billion in federal funding for a major bridge connecting Minnesota and Wisconsin. And an audit of Minnesota post office branches found delayed mail, safety issues, and deficiencies in property conditions.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

A Minnesota State Patrol trooper has been charged with murder in the shooting death of a motorist last summer in Minneapolis.That story and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Former DFL state lawmaker Jen Schultz is angling for a rematch against Republican Rep. Pete Stauber. Democratic challenger Dean Phillips is looking ahead to the coming presidential primaries after New Hampshire results he says are proof that people want a Democratic alternative to Joe Biden. And a Minneapolis city council committee has moved forward a resolution calling for a cease-fire in the conflict between Israel and Hamas.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

The Brooklyn Center City Council Monday voted down a plan to limit police traffic stops. A rally in favor of the failed proposal is planned for Tuesday night. And New Hampshire voters are casting primary ballots Tuesday. Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

An annual anti-abortion demonstration drew a large crowd to the State Capitol Monday. Minnesota is expanding a program to offset the cost of child care for military families. And Minnesota Rep. Dean Phillips says he doesn’t have to win Tuesday’s New Hampshire primary to prove his presidential campaign is on track. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota Democratic Rep. Dean Phillips is scrambling for last-minute support in the hours before the New Hampshire presidential primary.That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota Rep. Dean Phillips is closing in on the first test of his challenge to President Joe Biden for the Democratic presidential nomination. And abortion opponents rally Monday at the State Capitol to urge a rollback of recent abortion laws. The legislature last year voted to guarantee the right to abortion and stripped some legal restrictions.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

A nonprofit developer has turned an aging church in south Minneapolis into affordable housing. City leaders Thursday cut the ribbon on the Belfry Apartments near George Floyd Square. And search warrants have revealed new details about a shooting earlier this month at a motel in Cloquet that left three people dead.Those stories and more in today’s evening news update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Early and absentee voting for Minnesota’s presidential primary race begins today. The presidential primary differs from other elections in the state — voters have to request a party ballot first. Minnesota’s presidential primary is March 5. And state economic officials say Minnesota lost 1,700 local government jobs between November and December. They blamed mild weather patterns which reduced the need for snow removal. The construction sector, meanwhile, gained jobs because the weather allowed workers to continue taking outdoor projects.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

The Department of Employment and Economic Development reports that Minnesota's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dipped under 3 percent in December to 2.9 percent. It's the first time since June that it has been this low.That story and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

A new bill to legalize sports betting in Minnesota will be in the mix when lawmakers head back to St. Paul for the 2024 legislative session next month. State cannabis regulators have set what will likely be the floor for new cannabis dispensaries in Minnesota. And a state investigation has found a Minnesota company violated the law by firing an employee after learning she was pregnant. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

A Minnesota judge has ruled the state can move forward with adopting new social studies standards — including ethnic studies — after making a small change.And the U.S. Department of Education has launched an investigation into the University of Minnesota over allegations of antisemitism on the Twin Cities campus.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota Supreme Court Justice Margaret Chutich says she plans to retire in July after eight years on the state's highest court. Her announcement comes five days after Justice Barry Anderson said that he will retire in May. And backers of an equal rights amendment to the Minnesota Constitution are hopeful a proposal will come before voters as soon as this fall.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Gov. Tim Walz has rolled out a $982 million infrastructure plan that would pay for state prison fixups and busway expansions. The bulk of the proposal is aimed at state buildings that have fallen into disrepair. This is the evening MPR News update for Tuesday, hosted by Emily Reese. The theme music is by Gary Meister.

Our neighbors in Iowa cast the first votes in the presidential nominating contest last night. Former President Donald Trump easily won the Republican caucuses. Back in Minnesota, Gov. Tim Walz outlines his proposal Tuesday to fund public construction projects. His plan will be a starting point for lawmakers as they return to St. Paul next month for an election-year session.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

The Great Lakes shipping season closes for the winter on Monday. It's the longest navigation season on record for international ships in the Duluth-Superior harbor, due to unusually warm weather. That story and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Gov. Tim Walz was in Iowa over the weekend ahead of the state’s caucuses to counter Republican messaging. And 2023 was a record year for travelers showing up at airports with firearms. At Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, officers stopped 53 firearms from entering the airport or being carried on planes.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Two top Minnesota Democrats are headed into Iowa in coming days to offer their party’s perspective ahead of a Republican showdown in Monday’s caucus.That story and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Mesiter.

Winter weather advisories are in effect today for southern Minnesota, including a blizzard warning for the southwest corner of the state. Dangerously cold wind chills will follow the snow. And the St. Paul Fire Department believes a devastating fire last week likely was caused by an unattended candle. A community vigil to support the family is planned for tomorrow.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

University of Minnesota officials have issued an all-clear for the Twin Cities campus Thursday afternoon, after a suspect in earlier social media threats was located in western Minnesota. Earlier today, UMN Twin Cities had asked people to stay away, after a 41-year-old man reportedly posted online threats about shooting people on campus. That story and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The weather will be grabbing headlines across the region for the next several days, with more snow for southeastern Minnesota and extreme cold over the weekend. Former Minnesota House Speaker Kurt Daudt is resigning his seat in the state Legislature, and Republican Party leaders are calling on state lawmakers to reject a new state flag and keep the current one.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

A woman admitted stealing more than $2.4 million dollars from government child nutrition programs. Sharon Ross of Big Lake is among five dozen people charged in connection with the Feeding our Future investigation and the 17th to plead guilty.That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Another defendant in the Feeding our Future conspiracy case is expected to plead guilty Wednesday. And a new state legislative task force met Tuesday to address a crisis facing emergency medical response in rural Minnesota.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

The Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe plans to open a cannabis growing facility. In her annual State of the Band address Tuesday, chief executive Melanie Benjamin said the decision to get into the cannabis industry was not made lightly, but a majority of band members said they support it.That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Three people are dead after a reported "active shooter" at a Cloquet motel last night. Authorities are expected to release more information at a news conference this morning. Plus the Minneapolis City Council has appointed its new leaders. The council voted for Elliott Payne as president and Aisha Chughtai as vice president.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Freelance court interpreters working for the State of Minnesota say they'll begin refusing jobs starting Monday. A freelance interpreter told MPR News their wages have stagnated while pay for judges and other essential courtroom workers has risen. The state has proposed a $9 an hour pay bump for certified interpreters. The interpreters say that's not enough.That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Three candidates to monitor the city of Minneapolis' agreement on policing with the state's human rights department will make public presentations this week. And we’re expecting accumulating snow today and tonight in southwestern Minnesota.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

A former Mayo Clinic doctor is accused of poisoning his wife, Betty, with colchicine. Connor Bowman was initially charged with second degree murder, but a grand jury convened in Olmsted County is now charging him with first degree, premeditated murder.And the Minnesota Office of Lawyers Professional Responsibility said attorney Mike Padden forged a client's signature, repeatedly failed to appear at court hearings, and misappropriated client funds. Padden denied the allegations. In a statement, he called the investigation a "witch hunt."Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

It won't erase the season-long snowfall deficit, but parts of northeast Minnesota may see a half-foot of snow by the end of this weekend. Central Minnesota, including the Twin Cities, could see 1 to 3 inches of snow with lesser amounts to the south. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Elena See. Music by Gary Meister.

A fourth DFL lawmaker says he'll retire after the 2024 legislative session. Eleven-term Representative Michael Nelson announced in a news release that he won't seek re-election this fall. And Saint Paul fire officials say one of the seven people pulled unconscious from a house fire early Wednesday has died.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

The city of Minneapolis clears out a large homeless encampment today after a judge Wednesday turned down an effort to stop the closure. And a Fridley man has been arrested in connection with a shooting that injured an 11-year-old Minneapolis girl on New Year's Eve.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

The 300-mile-long Beargrease runs from Duluth along the North Shore of Lake Superior to Grand Portage. It's the longest sled dog race in the lower 48 states. Due to virtually no snow, it’s been canceled this year largely out of concern for musher and dog safety.That story and more in this evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

State legislative leaders will meet with law enforcement officials this month to consider potential changes to the state's student restraint law. And the Minneapolis City Council could have new leadership soon. Ward 1 Council Member Elliott Payne has said he will seek the council presidency.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Minneapolis Council Member Elliott Payne has decided to run for the council presidency. He says Minneapolis' government restructuring that gave the mayor more executive authority requires the council to take a stronger hand in legislating and government oversight.  And Roger Reinert was inaugurated today as the 40th mayor of Duluth. He defeated Emily Larson by a 60-40 margin in November, denying her a third term.  Those stories and more in this evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

It’s been about six months since the HyLife pork processing plant in Windom closed its doors. Now many of its former workers are hanging their hopes and futures on the plant reopening this spring. And Minnesota U.S. Rep. Dean Phillips' presidential campaign faces a key test three weeks from Tuesday, when New Hampshire Democrats vote in their presidential primary.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Crow Wing Commissioner Paul Koering said he's heard a lot of displeasure from his constituents about the flag redesign. The commission plans to send a resolution to state officials. This is the Friday afternoon MPR News update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music by Gary Meister.

The Minnesota DNR and law enforcement officials are warning of dangerous ice conditions on lakes across the state. Anyone venturing onto the ice should wear a personal flotation device. And 2023 is on pace to have the highest recorded number of domestic violence-related deaths in Minnesota with at least 35 homicides related to domestic violence.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Significant rainfall over the Christmas weekend helped put a dent in ongoing drought conditions across Minnesota.And Minnesota will soon have a new option for petitioning a judge to remove a person's firearms if they're believed to pose a risk to themselves or others.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Kirsti Marohn. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota will have a new option for petitioning a judge to remove a person's firearms if they're believed to pose a risk to themselves or others. And on Wednesday, Republican lawmakers on the panel that approved the state’s new flag and seal say they will renew talks about the emblems in the new year. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Food shelves across the state are seeing a higher demand for food services—and are struggling to keep up with the demand. And a Minneapolis man is facing a half dozen misdemeanor charges after allegedly jumping a fence at MSP airport and walking across a runway.Those stories and more in Wednesday’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

The National Weather Service has issued a rare December flood warning beginning Thursday for the Red River at Fargo Moorhead. And three pedestrians have been hit and killed by vehicles in Minnesota since Friday. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

A major storm system bringing freezing rain and blizzard conditions to parts of the Great Plains Tuesday is affecting some flights to and from the Twin Cities. The Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport is reporting about a dozen canceled arrivals or departures, including flights to and from Grand Forks and Rapid City. This is the afternoon MPR News update for Tuesday, hosted by Jacob Aloi. Theme music by Gary Meister.

Small business owners say they're struggling to implement an earned sick and safe time policy before a new state law takes effect with the new year. And the panel that selected Minnesota's next state flag and seal is set to come together tomorrow to make the case for their choices. Also, lots and lots of rain for the Twin Cities these last few days.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

A former Minneapolis police officer alleges in a lawsuit against the city that Chief Brian O'Hara defamed and wrongfully fired him because of an incident at his previous job.That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Nancy Lebens. Music by Gary Meister.

Gov. Tim Walz says hundreds of millions of dollars in aid for local public safety upgrades will start arriving in communities next week. And as the end of the year approaches, Minneapolis is seeing a small reduction in the number of homicides in the city. The number dropped by more than 10 percent compared to the year before. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota's unemployment rate inched down last month. And job applicants can't be prompted to share past salary information with prospective employers starting next year.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Kirsti Marohn. Music by Gary Meister.

A federal judge has suspended a Minnesota campaign finance law due to take effect with the new year. And the Minnesota Attorney General's office has filed an appeal in a legal fight over a new law which places limits on disability claims for first responders. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Mayo Clinic is giving Rochester Public Schools $10 million dollars to help it avoid a sweeping and controversial redistricting plan. The funding will prevent the district from having to close three schools, and dramatically scales back a plan to eliminate busing for a host of schools that award spots based on a lottery system.That story and more in today’s evening news update. Hosted by Sarah Thamer. Music by Gary Meister.

A new report from a public health advocacy organization in Minnesota details several declines in important health care metrics compared to pre-pandemic levels. And the U.S. Census Bureau says Minnesota's population has rebounded somewhat this past year — after thousands of people left the state during the pandemic. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

The new Minnesota flag will have just three colors — two shades of blue and an eight-pointed white star. The chair of the State Emblems Redesign Commission said simplicity won out. This is the evening MPR News update for Tuesday, hosted by Kirsti Marohn. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

The State Emblems Redesign Commission is putting the final touch-ups on a new Minnesota state flag Tuesday. The flag becomes official next spring, unless state lawmakers intervene. And more Minnesota workers will be able to accrue paid sick time starting next year under a new law.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

U.S. Steel announced Monday it's agreed to be acquired by Nippon Steel in a deal worth nearly $15 billion, pending regulatory and shareholder approval.And the Minnesota Court of Appeals Monday upheld a key permit for the proposed copper mine formerly known as PolyMet. It follows a string of setbacks on other permits the mine needs to open. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Andrew Krueger. Music by Gary Meister.

Synagogues and Jewish institutions across the U.S. — including Minnesota — received bomb threats Sunday. The Midwest Anti-Defamation League says the threats were emailed. Also on Sunday, police shot and killed a man in Marshall in southwestern Minnesota. Authorities say officers responding to a domestic disturbance "observed a female being actively stabbed” by the man.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota's politicians hope the IRS will reverse their decision to tax rebate checks. Republican Congressman Peter Stauber met Friday with the head of the Internal Revenue Service, and DFL Gov. Tim Walz — who pushed for the rebate checks — is also lobbying the Biden administration in hopes of getting the IRS to change its mind.  That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Feven Gerezgiher. Music by Gary Meister.

An Anoka County judge has thrown out a lawsuit that challenged the quicker restoration of voting rights to Minnesotans convicted of felonies. And the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has fined Xcel Energy $14,000 for storing groundwater containing radioactive tritium in tanks at its Monticello nuclear plant before getting a needed permit. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

A Hennepin County judge Thursday sentenced a young man to time served after rejecting an earlier plea deal in a fatal attempted carjacking.That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Feven Gerezgiher. Music by Gary Meister.

People marched Wednesday night in Minneapolis to protest the planned closure of Camp Nenookaasi, a homeless encampment in the East Phillips neighborhood. And the Minnesota Supreme Court has released a decision in a case with the potential to remake the racial and socioeconomic structure of schools. The court found that racial imbalances in schools alone do not violate the state constitution.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minnesota Supreme Court today released a decision in a case with the potential to remake the racial and socioeconomic structure of schools statewide. The court found that racial imbalances in schools alone don’t violate the state constitution. That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Kirsti Marohn. Music by Gary Meister.

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty says her office will consider more wrongful conviction claims. She announced Tuesday they will establish a conviction integrity unit following Monday’s release of Marvin Haynes from a Stillwater prison. A judge vacated his murder conviction after the Great North Innocence Project took up the case. Also, Metro Transit will soon deploy a code of conduct for riders. This is the evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Feven Gerezgiher. The theme music is by Gary Meister.

Eight people were arrested last night during a pro-Palestinian protest that blocked traffic in Minneapolis. Several vehicles allegedly blocked drivers in the eastbound lanes of I-94 in the Lowry Hill Tunnel during rush hour. And a Minnesota man who spent nearly two decades in prison for murder woke up today a free man. A judge Monday vacated the murder conviction of Marvin Haynes, who was serving life in prison for a 2004 killing.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

A Minneapolis man was released from prison Monday, nearly two decades after he was convicted of murder. A judge vacated his conviction.That story and more in the Minnesota Today evening update. Hosted by Nina Moini. Music by Gary Meister.

The first of three units at the Sherco coal-fired power plant in Becker will shut down at the end of the month. And Philip Davis, prime minister of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, will give the annual Eugene McCarthy lecture at St. John’s University Monday night.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota U.S. Sens. Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith issued a joint statement Friday saying U.S. Postal Service management is minimizing complaints from postal workers about which deliveries are being prioritized. Some postal workers say they are being told to put third-party package deliveries ahead of standard mail. That story and more in Friday’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

Hanukkah started at sundown Thursday, and this year, it comes with a backdrop of war and a rise in anti-Semitism. The Anti-Defamation League reports a dramatic rise in anti-Semitic incidents nationwide. And in other news, the University of Minnesota is looking for additional state funding to improve its academic health programs.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Elena See. Music by Gary Meister.

Speaking at the cooperative's annual meeting, American Crystal president Tom Astrup said everything lined up for growers this year. The cooperative is forecasting a record payday for growers, but Astrup said operating costs are also rising.That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

Gov. Tim Walz wants Minnesota lawmakers to temper expectations heading into the next legislative session. Walz is hoping to keep the state budget from moving into the red. And with flu season arriving, a senior epidemiologist at the Minnesota Department of Health says now is the time to get a flu shot if you haven't yet.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Elena See. Music by Gary Meister.

Gov. Tim Walz wants Minnesota lawmakers to temper expectations heading into next session to keep the state budget from moving into the red. A deficit could result if new spending gets too high in the upcoming session. That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota tax rebate recipients must turn over some of their money to the IRS. And Democrats will retain a six-seat edge in the Minnesota House after a special election for a seat encompassing parts of Dakota County.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Todd Melby. Music by Gary Meister.

The State Emblems Redesign Commission approved the core design for a new state seal. After the design gained breakaway support in earlier meetings, the panel voted to advance the seal design. The design centers the state bird taking flight from a Minnesota lake. Strands of wild rice, trees and a star frame the loon. That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

The head of Minnesota's medical cannabis office is stepping down. The move means that the state must now fill two vacancies for top marijuana regulators. And some Minnesota cities are requesting state money to tackle "forever chemicals" in their drinking water supplies.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Peter Cox. Music by Gary Meister.

Former Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin’s health is improving after he was stabbed more than 20 times last month while in federal prison in Arizona. Chauvin is serving concurrent sentences of more than 20 years for a state conviction for murdering George Floyd and federal charges of violating Floyd's civil rights. That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

The Democratic Governors Association has elected Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as its new chair. And in Rochester, educators have begun implementing required changes that focus on how reading is taught in the state. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Emily Bright. Music by Gary Meister.

More than 550 soldiers from the Guard's 34th Infantry Division Red Bull headquarters are getting ready for a 10-month, regularly scheduled deployment to the Middle East.That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minneapolis City Council allocates millions for non-police-based public safety initiatives in the 2024 budget. Mayor Jacob Frey is critical of the funding strategies for these programs. We also hear about internal tensions within the DFL Party, highlighting the public rebuke of Senator Ron Latz by several party members over his controversial comments regarding Palestinian youth amidst the Israel-Gaza conflict.

Judge Wilhelmina Wright, the first Black woman to serve as a federal judge in Minnesota, says she plans to step down from the federal bench on Feb. 15.And the latest Minnesota Community Measure report says the cost of health care services for people with private insurance increased 7 percent in 2022.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

Anti-war protesters gathered Wednesday for a meeting of the Minnesota State Board of Investment to call the board to pull state money invested in companies linked to Israel. Members of Minnesota’s Jewish community asked the board to block efforts to divest from Israel. And a pair of state lawmakers introduced a child care affordability proposal aimed at lowering the cost of child care in the state.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Anti-war protesters gathered for a meeting of the Minnesota State Board of Investment, calling on the board to pull state money invested in companies they say are linked to Israel and the Israeli military. Members of Minnesota's Jewish Community spoke urging the state board to block efforts to erase Israeli investments from the public portfolio, saying the State Board of Investment should oppose divestment.That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

Mayo Clinic has unveiled plans for a new $5 billion campus in downtown Rochester. And the State Emblems Redesign Commission is looking for public feedback before it narrows its pool of finalists for a new state flag and seal. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

A man convicted of killing a flower shop owner in the city nearly two decades ago testified in court Tuesday that he is innocent of the crime. Also, Mayo Clinic announces a $5 billion expansion to its campus. This is the evening MPR News update for Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

Associate Justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court Karl Procaccini is now the first person of Muslim faith to sit on the state's highest court. Natalie Hudson made history yesterday as well when she took her oath of office and became first person of color to lead the Minnesota Supreme Court as chief justice. And the union for teachers in the Anoka-Hennepin school district has filed for mediation after it’s teacher contract expired in June. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Rochesters Public Schools announced major changes to manage the district’s bloated budget, a move that is shaking up the system. This is the evening MPR News update for Monday. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

Few details have emerged after the man convicted of murdering George Floyd was stabbed in federal prison. And a community meeting is planned for Monday night in south Minneapolis to give an update on reports of air pollution from a metal foundry.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota Congressman Dean Philips announced Friday that he will not seek re-election to his U.S. House seat next year. That story and more in today’s update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

Xcel Energy says a reactor at its Prairie Island nuclear plant southeast of the Twin Cities automatically shut down on October 19 due to an equipment issue between the turbine and the plant's connection to the electric grid.That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

The state commission tasked with picking new state emblems picked six flag finalists and five seal finalists during a meeting Tuesday. The commission has until Jan. 1 to pick a new state flag and seal. And cases of flu, COVID-19 and RSV are on the rise as Minnesotans head into the winter months and holiday gatherings. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

The head of the Minneapolis police union is expressing skepticism about the prospects for efforts to recruit and retain officers. A proposal for an incentive package to attract and keep officers was rejected last week by the Minneapolis City Council. That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

The State Emblems Redesign Commission meets Tuesday with the goal of picking finalists for a new state flag and seal. And Fairview Health Services has notified the University of Minnesota that it does not plan to extend its current partnership. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Protesters on Monday morning blocked two entrances into the parking lot of a St. Paul office complex that houses Forward Edge ASIC, a subsidiary of Lockheed Martin. And St. Cloud State University receives conditional approval to launch some online undergraduate programs.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

Two Minnesota-grown turkeys will get presidential pardons Monday at the White House. The turkeys are named Liberty and Bell, and come from Willmar from the Jennie-O turkey company. A light rail train went off the tracks Saturday in Minneapolis after hitting a concrete barrier. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

The amount raised during the 15th Give to the Max day was only about $100,000 dollars short of the record of $34.3 million, set in 2021.And two turkeys from Minnesota are on their way to Washington, D.C. for an official pardon.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minneapolis City Council and Mayor Jacob Frey meet today in a special session to consider more than $15 million in retention and recruitment bonuses for Minneapolis police officers and recruits. Five Minnesota families who lost loved ones in recent police shootings allege in a new lawsuit the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is illegally withholding information about the investigations.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

The University of Minnesota School of Public Health is launching a new Cannabis Research Center. The center announced Thursday was included in the law signed in May that made Minnesota the 23rd state to legalize adult-use cannabis. And Minnesota's unemployment rate inched up last month to 3.2 percent, up slightly from September.Those stories and more from this MPR News evening update. Hosted by Kirsti Marohn. Music by Gary Meister.

A federal grand jury has indicted another 13 people in connection with an ongoing crackdown on Minneapolis street gangs. And the Minnesota Board on Aging has more details in its report on a senior nutrition program’s failures and lack of oversight.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is again trying to overturn his federal civil rights conviction in the murder of George Floyd.That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota Rep. Angie Craig says she had to move and received death threats after she was attacked earlier this year. Police in England have arrested a man in connection with the death of hockey player and Minnesota native Adam Johnson. And state officials want to add 54 lakes, rivers and streams to the list of Minnesota waters impaired by pollution. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

With only a week before they're set to narrow the field of thousands of entries to five, members of the State Emblems Redesign Commission called for help from Minnesota residents.And several state agencies are asking for public feedback on how to limit future damage if feral pigs or farmed mink are let loose in the wild.Those stories more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minnesota Hospital Association says many of the state's health systems are losing money at a growing clip. And St. Paul’s history-making city council made of all women — and many of diverse backgrounds — is official.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minnesota Hospital Association says a survey of 70 of its members — ranging from big health systems to rural hospitals — found that two-thirds are operating in the red with a collective loss of $419 million.  That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

Former Minneapolis City Council Member Don Samuels has launched a second primary campaign to Democratic U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar. The State Emblems Redesign Commission says it is no longer taking public entries, but it is welcoming feedback on the more than 2,000 submissions it received in October. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

The U.S. Department of Justice says that Anoka's "crime free" housing program unfairly penalizes some landlords and tenants for so-called nuisance calls to their properties.  And Minnesota is hosting its official Veteran’s Day celebration tomorrow, honor the state’s veterans. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

A couple of St. Paul City Council races could see a final winner Friday. Ballots cast this week in Ward 1 and Ward 7 will be reallocated through the ranked choice voting process Friday. A reallocation in Ward 3 will happen Monday.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Another candidate has entered the race for Minnesota’s 3rd Congressional District House seat in the western Twin Cities suburbs. It’s for the seat now held by Democratic U.S. Rep. Dean Phillips, who is running for president.That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Nina Moini. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minnesota Supreme Court says former president Donald Trump can remain on the state primary ballot. More than 2,000 designs for a new state flag and seal are available to view online. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

The state Supreme Court has tossed out a challenge to former President Donald Trump’s ballot status next year. Also, the Minneapolis City Council races have unofficial winners, including current council president Andrea Jenkins. This is the evening MPR News update, hosted by Nancy Lebens. Theme music by Gary Meister.

It’s the morning after Election Day and results are rolling in. So far, there’s a major shakeup in store for Duluthians, a potential upset in the Minneapolis City Council ranks, a new tax coming to St. Paul and a mayor making history in St. Louis Park. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Cities like St. Paul, Minneapolis, Duluth and Bloomington have city council seats up for grabs, and some are choosing a mayor as well. And the Minnesota Board of Animal Health has confirmed avian influenza at a commercial egg laying operation with 940,000 chickens in Wright County.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

It’s Election Day and across Minnesota, city councils, school board seats and other local offices are on the ballot. Several cities are also proposing sales tax increases and dozens of school districts are putting bond referenda before voters. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

The three were convicted of mail and wire fraud for their roles in a decades-long telemarketing scam that targeted 150,000 magazine subscribers. The jury returned its verdicts following a three-week trial at the federal courthouse in Minneapolis. This the evening MPR News update for Monday. Hosted by Nancy Lebens with theme music by Gary Meister.

Tuesday is Election Day with local races for mayor, city council and school boards to be held across the state. Some voters in St. Paul will decide whether to increase the city’s sales tax to fund road and park improvements. Rochester residents will weigh a new levy to pay for tech upgrades in the city's public schools. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Last month, Gov. Tim Walz announced a $300 million investment for the Great Start Compensation Support payments program for the next two years and future permanent funding to help get childcare providers closer to a living wage. Almost 6,000 childcare providers across the state applied for support funds. That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minnesota Supreme Court will now decide a case whether Donald Trump can appear on the 2024 state ballot. Twin Cities-based Fairview Health Services is cutting 250 full- and part-time jobs. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Attorneys made arguments on whether Donald Trump's actions on Jan. 6th, 2021, disqualify him from Minnesota ballots.That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

President Joe Biden called for a "pause" in the fighting between Israel and Hamas, in response to an activist who interrupted him during a campaign stop in Minneapolis on Wednesday night. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Peter Cox. Music by Gary Meister.

MnDOT says a portion of the Twin Ports interchange project will not be completed this fall as planned because of a discovery of "findings of historical significance." That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

President Joe Biden is visiting Minnesota today, focusing on federal programs that support rural economies. The Minnesota Twins long-time TV play-by-play announcer is stepping down. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minnesota DNR has approved a mining company's plan to drill several exploratory holes near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minnesota Supreme Court hears a case today on whether schools can be held liable for hiring employees with a problematic past who then go on to abuse students. A Minnesota judge is weighing whether people with felony records can vote this year — even if their full sentences aren’t over. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Hockey player Adam Johnson died in a tragic accident during a game in the U.K. over the weekend. He helped lead UMD to the national championship game in 2017. He went pro and played 13 games in the National Hockey League and spent the last two seasons in Europe.That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minneapolis City Council could take a vote Tuesday to approve a new location for the 3rd Precinct police station. Minnesota Democratic U.S. Rep. Dean Phillips spent the weekend courting supporters in New Hampshire ahead of his first town hall as a presidential candidate on Wednesday. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota Democrats say they're concerned that a Dean Phillips presidential bid could help former President Trump win in an expected contest with President Biden. Also, Minneapolis Mayor Frey pushes a site on Minnehaha Avenue for a new 3rd police precinct building. This is the evening MPR News update for Friday. Hosted by Nancy Lebens. Theme music by Gary Meister.

The first snow of the season has plows out up north. Minnesota Rep. Dean Phillips has officially declared his run for president, challenging fellow Democrat incumbent President Joe Biden. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Flags at state buildings in Minnesota will be flown at half-staff to honor the lives lost in yesterday’s mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine. Authorities say a gunman killed 18 people and injured 13 others in shootings at a bowling alley and a bar. That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

Republicans are rallying behind the new U.S. House speaker, Rep. Tom Emmer who sought the job. Anoka — the “Halloween Capital of the world” — is honoring one of its own for a gourd-gantuan achievement. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

U.S. Rep. Tom Emmer, who had been briefly up for the speakership this week but withdrew amid some internal opposition, says he and colleagues are ready to press ahead. The election of Louisiana Representative Mike Johnson to the post ends three weeks of gridlock on who would lead the house. That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota U.S. Rep. Tom Emmer pulled out of the House speaker election. Four Minnesotans face federal charges for allegedly running a $21 million catalytic converter theft ring. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

A person close to U.S. Rep. Tom Emmer tells MPR News that the congressman dropped out amid signs he couldn’t amass the necessary votes on the House floor.  Emmer is the third speaker nominee to try and fail in the wake of Kevin McCarthy’s unprecedented removal three weeks ago. That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

Activists and families of loved ones who were killed by police officers marched to an empty lot that would be the new site of the Minneapolis Police Department's third precinct building. Protester marched to honor those whose lives are lost and shared frustrations they've had with the Minneapolis Police Department. That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

House Republicans enter their third week without a leader. Among the top options for Speaker is Majority Whip from Minnesota Tom Emmer. A former Minneapolis police officer who assaulted a man during the 2020 riots faces sentencing today. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

A Republican operative with direct knowledge confirmed to MPR News that Tom Emmer has told members of the House Republican Conference that he will seek the nomination for speaker of the house. That and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

A fire broke out early Friday morning in the former Kmart building on Lake Street in Minneapolis. Minnesota public defenders are banding together against a challenge to voting rights. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Hennepin County Chief Judge Toddrick Barnette will serve as the city's Commissioner of Community Safety, a role that oversees the city's police, fire, 911, emergency response and neighborhood safety efforts.And last night, hundreds gathered at the State Capitol for a rally for Palestinians. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minneapolis City Council will decide today whether to appoint Hennepin County Chief Judge Toddrick Barnette to lead the city's public safety efforts. St. Paul councilmembers approved a zoning overhaul allowing for more multi-family housing. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

The group says protests are planned tomorrow outside the offices of Minnesota's Congressional delegation to urge them to call on President Biden to push for a ceasefire. And an update on the investigation into a Benton County couple involved in a police shootout that left five officers injured. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota's Secretary of State and Attorney General say they'll oppose efforts to limit voting rights for felons sentenced to probation. State officials have pledged support for a planned $68 million dollar cannabis growing operation in Grand Rapids. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

Recent campaign efforts aim to encourage Minnesotans to cast their ballots ahead of Election Day. It marks a change for Republicans in tone from recent years.That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett sat down for an hour-long conversation with Robert Stein, a University of Minnesota professor and past law school dean.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music By Gary Meister.

About a hundred people joined a march called Minnesota Jews Against Genocide Monday in Minneapolis. And vandalism at a Duluth mosque brought two faith communities together to right a wrong — and then engage in meaningful conversation.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

rge protests organized by Students for a Democratic Society and the Minnesota Abortion Action Committee are planned ahead of Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett’s lecture at the University of Minnesota on Monday. Barrett is the guest of the annual Stein Lecture.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister

Former Minneapolis city official Ron Harris Friday says he'll run for a U.S. House seat in Minnesota's 3rd District, the seat currently held by DFL Congressman Dean Phillips. Also, prosecutors charged Karl Holmberg, 64, with attempted murder in the shooting of five officers in Benton county. This is the evening MPR News update, hosted by Hannah Yang. Music by Gary Meister.

Five law enforcement officers are recovering after being shot while serving a warrant in central Minnesota Thursday. The St. Paul City Council is expected to vote soon on a major overhaul of the capital city’s residential zoning code. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Five law enforcement officers were wounded by gunfire this morning in central Minnesota. In Minneapolis, some members of the City Council are raising questions about Mayor Jacob Frey's proposal to build a new Third Precinct police facility. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Bright. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minnesota Twins made it further into the post season than they've been in many years, but the team lost Game 4 to the Houston Astros, ending the 2023 season.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesotans with family connections in Gaza are struggling to reach their loved ones amid the escalating conflict between Israel and Hamas. Bombings have shut down electricity and cut off internet.That story and more on today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Kirsti Marohn. Music by Gary Meister.

The attack on Israel Saturday by Hamas militants has galvanized Jewish communities around the world — and in Minnesota. On Tuesday night, a solidarity gathering in St. Louis Park drew thousands of people.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

The rabble-rousing state lawmaker turned party insider could land a promotion to House majority leader amid other GOP shuffling, but insurgents in his party could stand in his way. Emmer currently serves as majority whip, the No. 3 position in Republican leadership. If Majority Leader Steve Scalise succeeds in his bid for House Speaker, that would put Emmer in line to move up.This is an MPR News morning update, Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesotans are checking in with friends and family in the region, after a deadly surprise attack by Hamas. That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Matt Sepic. Music by Gary Meister.

The Israeli government confirmed that several Americans were among those who were taken captive. Senator Amy Klobuchar says her office has no reason to believe Minnesotans have been killed or taken hostage in Israel, and her office is helping dozens of her constituents that are in Israel get back to the United States.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Hundreds of people turned out for the opening of the new MIGIZI facility for Indigenous Youth in Minneapolis. The previous building was burned in the disturbances following the police murder of George Floyd. And Minnesota United, the Twin Cities MLS team, parted ways with its first and only coach, Adrian Heath.This is an MPR News afternoon update hosted by Hannah Yang. Music written by Gary Meister.

New cell phone video surfaces in the police shooting death of Winston Smith. This weekend may be the best to see fall colors up north. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Written by Gary Meister.

Workers at the Hormel plant in Austin, Minnesota, say the union has reached a tentative agreement with the company, and the Minneapolis City Council Thursday voted to reject a workers' compensation claim by an MPD officer who severely beat a man during unrest following George Floyd's killing. Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Kirsti Marohn. Music by Gary Meister.

Former U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney told a crowd at the university of Minnesota last night that former speaker Kevin McCarthy deserved his fate. Saying he was “Absolutely unfit to be speaker." Cheney spoke as part of a political lecture series at the school.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

A pair of planned health care system mergers is under review by Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison.And Minnesota Representative Tom Emmer will seek the second-highest position in the U.S. House.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Hannah Yang. Music by Gary Meister.

The Twins beat the Toronto Blue Jays 3 to 1 on Tuesday. The key to that win was rookie Royce Lewis, who batted in three runs on two home runs. He hit his runs in his first two postseason bats.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Republicans in Minnesota’s Congressional delegation backed House Speaker Kevin McCarthy during a successful effort Tuesday to oust him from power. All of Minnesota’s Democrats voted to remove McCarthy. This is the MPR News evening update, hosted by Kirsti Marohn. Theme music by Gary Meister.

A committee of the Minneapolis City Council has rejected the $145,000 workers' compensation claim of a police officer who beat a man during unrest following the killing of George Floyd.The Minnesota Department of Revenue announced Monday it’s finished processing the one-time tax rebate payments. It sent just over 2 million direct deposits and paper checks — totaling nearly a billion dollars — to eligible Minnesotans over the last 45 days.This is an MPR News update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music By Gary Meister.

A grand jury has returned first degree murder charges against Adam Fravel. He was arrested earlier this year in connection with the death of Madeline Kingsbury.A committee of the Minneapolis City Council has rejected the workers' compensation claim of a police officer who beat a man during unrest following the killing of George Floyd. Sgt. Andrew Bittell was one of the officers who beat Jaleel Stallings in May 2020.  Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

Highs on Sunday broke records. It was 92 degrees in the Twin Cities. It's never been that hot in the in that region on October first. The Twin Cities Marathon was cancelled due to the warm and muggy conditions.Dean Philips is stepping away from a leadership position in his caucus over his view that there should be more primary challengers running against president Joe Biden.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Gov. Tim Walz has ordered flags at state buildings in Minnesota to be flown at half-staff to honor the life of longtime California U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein.And as some Minnesota law enforcement agencies return resource officers to schools, a new legal interpretation of changes in state law could cause further uncertainty.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Hannah Yang. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota Republican Congressman Tom Emmer is brushing off talk about being the next House Speaker if Kevin McCarthy is ousted. More confusion is bubbling up over school resource officers in Hennepin County. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

A federal lawsuit alleging that Minneapolis police and Hennepin County Sheriff's deputies targeted journalists is heading to trial. The alleged targeting happened during unrest following George Floyd's 2020 killing by a police officer.And Conagra Brands paid more than $8 million for air violations at its Waseca plant.Those news stories and more in today’s MPR News evening update. Hosted by Hannah Yang. Music by Gary Meister.

The St. Paul City Council has passed an ordinance restricting smoking cannabis, tobacco and hemp products in public places and recreation areas. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating after a man was shot and wounded by a law enforcement officer near Granite Falls Wednesday afternoon. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota fugitive accidentally freed in Indiana is arrested in the Twin Cities and government shutdown could cut off food assistance for tens of thousands of women and children. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

Attorney General Keith Ellison said Minnesota is joining a lawsuit filed by the federal government and 17 states against Amazon. The suit accuses the online giant of violating antitrust laws by taking actions that stifle innovation and competition and preventing other companies from competing against it.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Walz says he should have hired professional regulator for state cannabis czar, and Target is closing nine stores on east and west coast because it can’t stem thefts. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

The most rain over the past few days has fallen around the French river, on the North Shore of Lake Superior...More than seven inches of rain that led the streams and rivers from Duluth to Two Harbors to turn into raging torrents of water.Members from unions across Minnesota are rallying Tuesday alongside striking workers outside the Stellantis parts distribution center in Plymouth. Workers at the Plymouth facility joined the nationwide UAW strike Friday.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Expert says many won't know they're included in massive U of M data breach and this weekend’s storms were the biggest rain event in Minnesota since May of 2022. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesotans and Wisconsinites are among the 5,000 workers on strike against automakers General Motors and Stellantis — the parent companies of Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge. Many murals made in reaction to George Floyd’s murder are getting a new home. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

United Auto Workers at two Twin Cities-area facilities walked off the job today as part of the strike against the three big U.S. car makers.And today kicks off the first day of early voting, which means Minnesotans can cast their ballots for local elections all the way up until election day November 7.All that and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Hannah Yang. Music by Gary Meister.

Lawsuits pile up after breach affects decades of data for U of M students and employees. The new director of the state cannabis management office will start her job soon. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Keith Ellison says the controversy over rules for cops in schools is over, but it isn't clear yet if police agree. Also, Minnesota has a new marijuana czar, a CBD store owner. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

There's a revised opinion on the new and controversial state law that limits the kinds of physical restraints that can be used on students. The revised opinion comes after nearly 40 Minnesota law enforcement agencies have pulled their school resource officers from schools saying they are worried about liability.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota Supreme Court to hear arguments for banning Trump from ballot in November and state tests find Stillwater prison water safe to drink, after concerns raised in recent protests. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

More school districts are without school resource officers after the police departments in Apple Valley, Maple Grove and White Bear Lake have pulled them.The Minneapolis City Council on Tuesday decided to abandon a proposal to house 3rd Precinct officers in a building downtown for the next decade. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Fatal shooting by state trooper is now in hands of Hennepin County prosecutors and a Minnesota hockey legend has died. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

Minneapolis mayor Jacob Frey is putting pressure on the city council to make a decision on the future site of a new third precinct building for the police department. The old building off of lake street was destroyed during the riots after George Floyd’s death.There's an investigation underway into an incident at a West Duluth bar after a black woman says she was assaulted by two white men.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Hormel meatpackers back at work, for now, amid historic labor tensions around the U.S. and there may be some spectacular northern lights overnight and tomorrow before dawn in Minnesota. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

The St. Paul city council has scheduled a vote Wednesday on where people can smoke cannabis openly in the city. The current version prohibits smoking marijuana in parks and within 25 feet of entrances of public buildings and workplaces.The State Patrol just finished a DWI crackdown. As of last week, more than 19 thousand drivers were tagged for impaired driving. The state department of public safety also says arrests for driving while drugged have gone up nearly 100 percent between 2018 and 2022 compared to previous years.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Police on Friday arrested a teenager in connection with a threat made Thursday at Edina High School. Authorities say the 17-year-old boy took a Snapchat video of himself in the school's parking lot with a handgun and extended magazine in his lap. And the Twin Cities Air National Guard base is slated for a major upgrade of its transport planes.Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Hannah Yang. Music by Gary Meister.

Relatives of a man who died in the custody of Faribault police are calling for the immediate release of video from the incident. The Light Rail’s Blue will be extended through neighborhoods from Target Field up to Brooklyn Park. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota's Air National Guard gets a reprieve from potential fleet cuts by the Air Force and an Eden Prairie man has been arrested for allegedly smothering his 7-year-old brother. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

Mayors of cities along the Mississippi River are expected to vote Thursday on whether to support an agreement to prevent water from being sent to other parts of the United States. Ten states are represented at the Mississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative annual meeting in Bemidji.A young St. Paul man is the first person to buy a home using the city’s Inheritance Fund. The goal of the new program is to rebuild intergenerational wealth for the descendants of people in the historically Black Rondo Neighborhood who lost their homes and businesses to Interstate 94 in the 1950s. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Drought is taking a serious toll on Minnesota's fall harvest, pasture land, and law enforcement is pressing the issue of new law on restraints by law enforcements in schools. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

Bipartisan Trump opponents think Minnesota law will keep him off the state ballot next year and Minneapolis officials say there has to be an alternative to continued homeless encampment evictions. This is a morning update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

Opponents file suit to keep Donald Trump off Minnesota's presidential ballot, citing Civil War era ban on insurrection, and torrential rains scour Duluth’s Hillside neighborhood. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension has released the state's 2022 Uniform Crime Report. Minneapolis mayor Jacob Frey has appointed the new head of a city office with broad oversight of police, fire and other public safety operations. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minnesota 9/11 tribute concert, that has long been held at Lake Harriet Bandshell, has been cancelled this year. The chair of the group that has put on the concert, wrote on Facebook that volunteers and donations have been steadily declining over the past few years….In a news release late Saturday, the department said Commissioner Paul Schnell is ordering the testing to “assure staff and incarcerated individuals that the water is safe for drinking.” This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Housing advocates say eviction rates around Minnesota are increasing at a troubling pace, and gas prices have spiked in parts of Minnesota over the past day... now back over $4 dollars a gallon at some stations. These stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Bright. Music by Gary Meister.

Dozens of DFL state lawmakers say they don’t support a special session to repeal a new law that limits physical holds school staff can use on students. Drought, temperatures and climate change are affecting fall color timing and brilliance. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Rideshare regulation veto in Minneapolis sticks, as regulation controversy keeps rolling on and lawmakers defend new limits on physical restraints in schools, as police agencies call for a do-over. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

The original proposal would have made it a petty misdemeanor to smoke cannabis or tobacco products on city-controlled property, including parks and sidewalks. But council members may adjust the proposal.And late Wednesday a U.S. District Court Judge dismissed a lawsuit that Twin Metals filed last year to try revive its stalled attempt to develop a proposed copper-nickel mine on the doorstep of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

The state Department of Revenue says some Minnesotans are mistaking rebate checks for junk mail and discarding them. And crews continued work Wednesday to extinguish a 40-acre wildfire in Carlton County that ignited on Labor Day. The fire has forced the evacuation of six homes.  These stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

Police groups and Republican lawmakers have urged the governor to call a special session to repeal a law that prohibits school resource officers from restraining students in a way that restricts their breathing. This is an MPR New morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Thousands and thousands of Minnesota students head back to class, some in brand new schools. Also, the panel charged with remaking the state flag meets for the first time. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

Most of Minnesota will be hot, but also smoky in some places, too. There's another air quality alert for northwest and west central Minnesota with smoke seeping into northwestern Minnesota this morning and moving into southern Minnesota Tuesday night. Tuesday is the first day of school for most districts. Other schools started before Labor Day. Minneapolis and St. Paul schools sent out reminders Monday, encouraging parents to make sure their kids are hydrated and are dressed for the heat. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Record heat is likely in southern and central Minnesota this weekend, but it will be much drier than last week's heat wave. And the Minnesota Department of Health is centralizing COVID-19 testing in wastewater systems. Those stories and more, in today’s MPR News evening update. Hosted by Hannah Yang. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota may be headed for one of the hottest days ever recorded during the run of the State Fair. An Albert Lea health care clinic, which the community recently fought to attract, is closing at the end of the year. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Severe and extreme drought conditions expanded in Minnesota over the past week, and the Minnesota Legislative Auditor said Thursday that the Department of Public Safety didn't adequately manage a grant program aimed at helping firefighters.Those news stories and more, in an evening news update hosted by Kirsti Marohn. Music by Gary Meister.

A teenager pleaded guilty Wednesday to shooting and killing a St. Paul man during a car theft. Michael Scott Brasel, 44, was killed in front of his house in the St. Anthony Park neighborhood in May. And five people face charges in an alleged scheme to defraud the Minnesota Medical Assistance program of nearly $10 million. This is an MPR News Morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

New law on police restraints in Minnesota schools is turning into a political flashpoint and five face charges for millions in Medicaid fraud. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

It's day seven of the Minnesota state fair and a lot of fairgoers are finding it's tough to get there. And on Wednesday, six people are expected to finish a frigid swim in Lake Superior. The goal was to swim nearly 50 miles from Split Rock Lighthouse to Duluth - without wetsuits. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Attorneys general from 22 states have dropped their opposition to a multi-billion dollar settlement with 3M over contamination of public water supplies, and Hennepin and Clay Counties are among the latest in Minnesota to announce they are removing School Resource Officers from districts.This is an evening news update from MPR News, hosted by Peter Cox. Music by Gary Meister.

An air quality alert has been issued for West Central Minnesota although much of the state will see hazy skies by Tuesday afternoon. Smoke from Canadian wildfires will lower the air quality to unhealthy levels for people with heart and lung diseases.Currently, Brainerd is the largest city in Minnesota that doesn't regularly chlorinate its water, only when there's an issue. The city has a long history of fighting additives to its drinking water. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

As many remember the March on Washington, some remember Minnesotans that took part. Also, the U.S. Agriculture secretary was in Minnesota and at the state fair, as a new farm bill is taking shape. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

There’s a commemorative concert at the U tonight in honor of the 60th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I have a dream” speech. After a lukewarm opening day, attendance for day two of the Minnesota State Fair shattered the record. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Prosecutors Friday dropped charges against a man who allegedly led Minneapolis police on a car chase that ended in a fatal crash, and Minnesota State troopers shut down a homeless encampment along Highway 55 in the East Phillips neighborhood of Minneapolis Thursday. More top news stories in this evening update, hosted by Peter Cox. Music by Gary Meister.

Amid cuts to other departments, St. Cloud State University has introduced a cannabis certificate program. The body of a missing pilot was recovered in far northeastern Minnesota. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

A sizable crowd gathered at the main gate on Snelling Avenue, including Maryjane Burgett, a first grader from St. Paul. She asked her dad to be first in the Fair and they went to the gate to wait at 3:30 on Wednesday afternoon. This is an evening update for Thursday, August 24, hosted by Nina Moini. Music by Gary Meister.

The newly amended law applies to school employees restraining students to prevent bodily harm or death. It's not meant to limit the types of force used, it’s meant to ensure that the force used is “reasonable.” This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Allina officially ends practice of denying care to patients with outstanding debt and Minnesota gets its first chief justice of color on the state Supreme Court. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

The University of Minnesota launched the investigation in late July after the tech journal The Cyber Express reported claims that a hacker had potentially gained access to more than 7 million Social Security numbers. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Minneapolis mayor vetoes rideshare ordinance in latest Minnesota battle over regulation and heat indexes were approaching 120 degrees in parts of the state today. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

The Met Council said they have reached a deal with Hennepin County to fund the project. The line, which will connect downtown Minneapolis with Eden Prairie, Minn., has been plagued by construction delays and cost overruns. High temperatures are forecast to reach well into the 90s Tuesday and Wednesday and even triple digits in some spots. The heat index will be into the triple digits. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Crash with members of Minnesota college champion hockey team kills one, injures four, and Minnesota and Wisconsin plan a billion dollar rebuild for the iconic Blatnik bridge joining the Twin Ports. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

Police are investigating after a shooting left eight people injured in Minneapolis Sunday evening. Excessive heat warning and heat advisories are posted for much of southern Minnesota through Thursday. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota school board candidates are spending more on their campaigns than in the past. There is increased competition for open seats as well. Nearly 200 people have filed to run for the more than 100 open board seats in this year’s elections. This is the evening MPR News update for Friday, Aug. 18, 2023. Hosted by Hannah Yang. Theme music by Gary Meister.

The start of the Minnesota State Fair is less than a week away, and the fair's police chief says fairgoers will likely notice more security this year. A Rochester woman has pleaded guilty to a felony charge for her role in the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

The Minneapolis City Council Thursday passed a policy requiring higher pay and more workplace protections for rideshare drivers operating in the city. However, it faces a possible veto from Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, who had asked the council to delay the vote.  This is the evening MPR News update for Aug. 17, 2023. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Theme music by Gary Meister.

The St. Paul City Council voted Wednesday afternoon to override Mayor Melvin Carter’s veto of a proposal that would let voters decide whether to raise property taxes to pay for early child care. MnDOT has dropped plans for a controversial roundabout in Duluth near the shore of Lake Superior following months of outcry. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Feds charge 14 more members of Minneapolis street gangs; cops say arrests are curbing violence, and state pollution control agency says air quality late this week may be worst since 2021. This is an evening update from MPR News hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

Rideshare companies Lyft and Uber are threatening to pull service out of Minneapolis if the city passes an ordinance this week that gives drivers more protections and higher pay. And in waves, the Department of Revenue will begin distributing one-time rebates this week to taxpayers who qualify based on 2021 income. The payments amount to $260 per person and up to $1,300 for a household. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

The entire police department in the southeast Minnesota city of Goodhue resigned last week after the city's chief of police announced his resignation. Nearly a dozen aid workers are in Hawaii from Minnesota and surrounding states as part of the Red Cross response to the fires on Maui. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Bidding for historic steelmaker U.S. Steel is open, and with it a Minnesota mining legacy and Minnesotans are on the ground in Hawaii helping wildfire survivors. This is an evening update from MPR news, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

Police believe the suspect who killed one and injured six more at a punk show in Minneapolis Friday night was targeting a specific person. Tuesday is the final day to apply for 2021 Minnesota property tax refunds. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Charges will not be filed against two Stillwater police officers in the fatal shooting of a man earlier this year. Washington County Attorney Kevin Magnuson announced Thursday that the shooting death of 21-year-old O’Kwan Sims in March was justified. This is an evening update for Friday, August 11, hosted by Hannah Yang. Music by Gary Meister.

Thousands of Minnesotans can’t seem to curb their need for speed, according to the State Patrol. Shutterfly is shutting down its Shakopee facility and laying off employees. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

A year after record price pressures, Minnesota has some of the lowest inflation in US, and authorities are investigating the tragic shooting of a 3 year old in east central Minnesota. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

Thousands of Minnesotans still need to file paperwork to renew their Medical Assistance coverage after a three-year national pause during the COVID-19 pandemic. A former state Republican Party operative and top donor will spend the next 21 years in federal prison for sex trafficking. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Political insider gets 21 years in prison in sex trafficking case that rocked MN GOP and Minnesota has removed tens of thousands from medical assistance rolls as pandemic health care assistance winds down. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

A Minnesota State Patrol trooper with a year and a half of law enforcement experience fired the shots that killed Ricky Cobb II along Interstate 94. Gov. Walz plans to meet with Cobb’s family. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.  

Authorities release 14-year-old held in fatal weekend shooting in St. Paul and both Fargo officers wounded in an ambush shooting that killed a colleague are now out of the hospital. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

More wildfire smoke drifting down from Canada is triggering an air quality alert for Minnesotans in the northern half of the state. In Duluth, folks will cast their ballots in the city’s primary election. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Hennepin County Judge Peter Cahill Monday sentenced Tou Thao to nearly five years in prison for his role in the killing of George Floyd. This is an MPR News evening update, hosted by Peter Cox. Music by Gary Meister.