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Stories from November 20, 2018

Genital mutilation charges dismissed in Detroit-area case

A federal judge dismissed some charges Tuesday against eight people in the genital mutilation of nine girls at a suburban Detroit clinic. Four of girls are from Michigan; the others are residents of Illinois and Minnesota.
by The Associated Press

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Wisconsin man named martyr

Catholic brother from Wisconsin named martyr for his work and assassination in Central America.
by Matt Sepic and Gabriel Kwan

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Trump provides written responses to Mueller questions

Trump provides written responses to Mueller questions

Marking the first time President Donald Trump has directly cooperated with the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election, his lawyers said they have provided the special counsel's office with written answers to questions.
by Associated Press

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More than 50 people killed as suicide bombing rocks Afghan capital

More than 50 people killed as suicide bombing rocks Afghan capital

A suicide bomber detonated explosives inside a wedding hall in Kabul as religious scholars gathered for the holiday commemorating the birth of the Prophet Muhammad.
by Ruben Kimmelman

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Dow falls 950 points, or 4 percent, in 2 days

Dow falls 950 points, or 4 percent, in 2 days

There was a bloodbath in tech stocks. Companies like Apple depend on foreign markets and there are signs trade tensions are slowing growth in Europe and China. Apple and Facebook stocks have fallen.
by Jim Zarroli

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Recreational pot shops now open for business in Massachusetts

Recreational pot shops now open for business in Massachusetts

Two marijuana dispensaries opened their doors to customers 21 and older on Tuesday. The mayor of Northampton, Mass., was the first in line at one store, calling it a "historic day."
by Amy Held

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Beware the Thanksgiving salad: CDC says no romaine lettuce is safe

Beware the Thanksgiving salad: CDC says no romaine lettuce is safe

A new outbreak of E. coli has hit dozens of people in 11 states. No deaths have been reported, but the CDC says consumers should not eat any romaine lettuce until more is learned about the outbreak.
by Associated Press

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Ex-MSU president charged with lying to police about Nassar

Ex-MSU president charged with lying to police about Nassar

Former Michigan State University President Lou Anna Simon was charged Tuesday with lying to state police during a probe of Larry Nassar's sexual abuse.
by Associated Press

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Storm clouds on the horizon promise wildfire relief — and stir new fears

Storm clouds on the horizon promise wildfire relief — and stir new fears

Rain is in the forecast for California regions decimated by the Camp and Woolsey fires. That's a boon for firefighters, but it also complicates matters for evacuees and raises the threat of mudslides.
by Colin Dwyer

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This American Moment: Pushing climate change reform across political divides

This American Moment: Pushing climate change reform across political divides

Former South Carolina Congressman Bob Inglis was once a climate-science denying Republican. He now thinks very differently, and has said his refusal to treat climate science as accurate was more motivated by politics than by scientific evidence. Inglis talked to MPR News host Kerri Miller about religion, climate, and politics.

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New science on why short bursts can be as effective as long bouts of exercise

New physical activity guidelines says that Americans need to get off their chairs and move around more. MPR News host Kerri Miller looks at how you can apply the new guidelines to your busy life.
by Kerri Miller and Jeffrey Bissoy

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Talking Volumes with Alexander McCall Smith

Prolific author Alexander McCall Smith stopped by the Fitzgerald Theater to chat with MPR News host Kerri Miller about writing, kilts, airports and so much more.
by Kerri Miller and Jeyca Maldonado-Medina

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'I Come From Arizona': How theater can help children engage in challenging conversations

Hard conversations with young children can be challenging. Carlos Murillo's "I Come From Arizona," provides a platform to kickstart difficult conversations with young children. MPR assistant producer Jeffrey Bissoy hosts.
by Jeffrey Bissoy

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How millennials are lowering the national divorce rate

Between 2008 and 2016 the national divorce rate has dropped a whopping 16 percent. At least 8 percent of that drop can be attributed to millennials. What are millennials doing differently?
by Kerri Miller

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8 tips to help make your Thanksgiving flight smoother

8 tips to help make your Thanksgiving flight smoother

Tens of thousands of people are heading to the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport for Thanksgiving. Here are some tips to help reduce the stress and make your travel a little smoother.
by Tim Nelson

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Judge weighs disclosure of Minnesota's pitch to Amazon

Judge weighs disclosure of Minnesota's pitch to Amazon

The case is important beyond Amazon because it could be a template for how future megaproject proposals are assembled, particularly those involving possible taxpayer subsidies and guarantees of fast-track approvals to private companies.
by Brian Bakst

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Chilly Wednesday, then milder on Thanksgiving; Friday rain

Chilly Wednesday, then milder on Thanksgiving; Friday rain

November is the cloudiest month of the year in the Twin Cities, and this month is sure behaving as expected. We expect to see a cloud/sun mix at times on Wednesday, but a completely sunny day isn’t in the five-day forecast. In case you’re wondering, our sunniest month is July. I wonder if anyone has…
by Ron Trenda

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Trump says U.S. will remain 'steadfast partner' of Saudis

Trump says U.S. will remain 'steadfast partner' of Saudis

President Trump says his administration will continue to stand by Saudi Arabia, despite reports that the CIA believes the Saudi crown prince approved the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
by Scott Horsley

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$3M reward offered in case where US device was used in IEDs

Federal authorities are offering a $3 million reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a man wanted for illegally obtaining U.S. technology that was later used in improvised explosive devices in Iraq.
by Associated Press

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Dems: Acting Attorney General can't continue in his job. DOJ: Yes, he can

Dems: Acting Attorney General can't continue in his job. DOJ: Yes, he can

Critics are continuing to put pressure on Matthew Whitaker after he was named as temporary replacement for Jeff Sessions. The Justice Department says the law is clear: He can stay.

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How do wishes granted to very sick kids affect their health?

How do wishes granted to very sick kids affect their health?

Although researchers acknowledge many factors could be at play, a recent study suggests that seriously ill children who had once-in-a-lifetime wishes fulfilled also incurred lower health care costs.
by Tara Haelle

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Turkey and tamales: People of color share their multicultural Thanksgivings

Turkey and tamales: People of color share their multicultural Thanksgivings

For many immigrant families, Thanksgiving is a time to take part in an American tradition, but it's also a great excuse to gather and eat the foods of their culture with friends and family.
by Malaka Gharib

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Authorities probe death of deer hunter in Aitkin County

Authorities say the 56-year-old man was hunting on family owned land near McGrath when he was struck by a bullet. They believe the shot was intended for a deer.
by The Associated Press

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It's been 60 years since the Kingston Trio topped charts with 'Tom Dooley'

The song is based on a true story. Tom Dula (pronounced "Dooley") was a North Carolina man who fought for the Confederate Army in the Civil War, and in 1868, he was convicted of murdering his lover Laura Foster.
by MPR News Staff

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Chip Conley on what it means to be a 'modern elder'

An entrepreneur explains why employers should view older workers as an asset, not a liability.
by Kerri Miller

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Dayton: ‘Nothing to hide’ in extended hospital stay

Gov. Mark Dayton said he will return to the governor's residence on Wednesday, just in time to celebrate his last Thanksgiving holiday as governor with his family.
by Briana Bierschbach

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Why a salmonella outbreak shouldn't ruin your Thanksgiving

Why a salmonella outbreak shouldn't ruin your Thanksgiving

Health officials say proper handling and cooking should kill any salmonella. A few points to remember: Don't rinse raw turkey -- that can spread germs. Clean hands and cooking surfaces that come into contact with raw turkey. And cook birds to an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees.
by The Associated Press

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Trump criticizes war hero for not capturing bin Laden sooner

Trump criticizes war hero for not capturing bin Laden sooner

Trump took shots at retired Adm. William McRaven in a weekend Fox News interview in which he also asserted that the former Navy SEAL and former commander of U.S. Special Operations Command was a "backer" of Trump's 2016 rival, Hillary Clinton, and supporter of President Barack Obama.
by The Associated Press

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Possible rash of dog poisonings in Rice Lake investigated

The St. Louis County Sheriff's Office says it has received several reports in the past month of dogs that have become sick without a clear reason. The pets of at least two owners have died.
by The Associated Press

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Judge bars U.S. from enforcing Trump asylum ban

In his ruling Monday, U.S. District Judge Jon Tigar agreed with legal groups that sued, arguing that U.S. immigration law clearly allows someone to seek asylum even if they enter the country between official ports of entry.
by The Associated Press

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The vanishing American vacation

Let's see: minimum wage, paid sick leave are on the clock. Here's one more idea for a mandatory workplace ordinance: What if you had to take the vacation time you've got coming?
by Bob Collins

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Hops and hatchets -- what could go wrong?

Hops and hatchets -- what could go wrong?

Bad Axe Throwing in Minneapolis will start serving beer and wine. It's safer than it sounds, say company officials.
by Brandt Williams

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Dayton plans to leave hospital this week, just in time for Thanksgiving

Dayton plans to leave hospital this week, just in time for Thanksgiving

Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton, 71, underwent two back surgeries in October at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, where he has been hospitalized for more than a month.
by Jiwon Choi

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Minn. social studies teacher accepts write-in win for the kids

If you're going to win a write-in campaign, it helps to have a simple name because by law the first and last name must be spelled correctly. So it's impressive that Dan Rechtzigel is the new City Council member in Kenyon.
by Bob Collins

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There’s no escaping the distracted driver

A sweet moment after last weekend's Minnesota Class A State Tournament semifinals was a sobbering reminder that the carnage caused by distracted drivers in Minnesota can be found just about anywhere these days.
by Bob Collins

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Chilly temps continue through Wednesday; milder for Thanksgiving

Chilly temps continue through Wednesday; milder for Thanksgiving

Persistent clouds blanketed the Twin Cites and southeastern Minnesota Monday night and prevented temperatures from plummeting as frigid Canadian air sat on our state. Meanwhile, areas where skies cleared really chilled with low temperatures near zero. As of 7 a.m. on Tuesday, Eden Prairie reported 8 degrees, Hutchinson was 1 above and New Ulm was…
by Bill Endersen

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Twins ball-chaser: mensch or monster?

Twins ball-chaser: mensch or monster?

For a little less than a week, Jason Gabbert was the most hated person in Minnesota sports, based on the Star Tribune's report of how the Minnesota Twins have banned him for a year for his aggressiveness in chasing foul balls in the nice seats behind the dugout.
by Bob Collins

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What’s on MPR News – 11/20/18

What’s on MPR News – 11/20/18

Here are the stories, topics, and guests you'll hear today on MPR News.
by Bob Collins

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Obama chief of staff Denis McDonough on values learned at St. John's

Obama chief of staff Denis McDonough on values learned at St. John's

Stillwater, Minnesota native Denis McDonough was President Barack Obama's chief of staff and said a good chief of staff needs to know history, have some perspective and tell the president the hard truth.
by MPR News Staff

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Curling team ejected from Alberta tournament for 'unsportsmanlike behavior,' 'excessive drinking'

Ryan Fry said in a statement released by Curling Canada that his "bad lapse in judgment" was "truly disrespectful and embarrassing" and the committee was right in making the disqualification.
by The Associated Press

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The Lebanese who came to Minnesota a century ago

The Lebanese who came to Minnesota a century ago

During World War I, another humanitarian disaster drove immigration from the Middle East.
by Riham Feshir

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