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Stories from April 23, 2019

Canceled! Calling it a Grand Old Day in St. Paul

Canceled! Calling it a Grand Old Day in St. Paul

Grand Old Day is the second summer tradition in St. Paul to falter in recent years. The organizer of the festival said projected revenue wasn't keeping pace with the costs of the event, traditionally held the first weekend in June.
by Tim Nelson

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The affluent homeless: a sleeping pod, a hired desk and a handful of clothes

The affluent homeless: a sleeping pod, a hired desk and a handful of clothes

Many young people participate in the rental economy. They own less stuff than their parents' generation, and they rent or share a lot more. For some it's a choice; for others, a necessity.
by Sam Sanders

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Attorney: Boy hurt in MOA attack has 'important week' ahead

Attorney: Boy hurt in MOA attack has 'important week' ahead

Steve Tillitt refused to characterize statement by a family minister that the child thrown from a mall balcony had "zero brain damage."
by Tim Nelson

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OSHA to investigate conservation officer's death

OSHA to investigate conservation officer's death

The Minnesota Occupational Safety and Health Administration will review safety and health practices, conduct interviews and take photos and video to determine any hazardous conditions that may have caused or contributed to the accident.
by Kirsti Marohn

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$768M Wisconsin Powerball winner 'pretty much felt lucky'

$768M Wisconsin Powerball winner 'pretty much felt lucky'

A 24-year-old Wisconsin man stepped forward Tuesday to claim a $768 million Powerball prize, the nation's third-largest lottery jackpot.
by Associated Press

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Drowning in parenting advice? Here's some advice for that

Drowning in parenting advice? Here's some advice for that

In her new book, "Cribsheet," economist Emily Oster offers a lifeline to parents overwhelmed by contradictory parenting guidance. She offers a data-driven, and common-sense, approach to raising a baby.
by Selena Simmons-Duffin

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Julian Zelizer on the 'Fault Lines' in American history

Julian Zelizer on the 'Fault Lines' in American history

After the 2016 presidential election, many Americans described the country as being divided. One historian says that to understand the polarization of today, we need to start by looking at the events that have unfolded since 1974.
by Stephanie Curtis and Marcheta Fornoff

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Supreme Court appears to lean toward allowing census citizenship question

Supreme Court appears to lean toward allowing census citizenship question

The justices are weighing whether the Trump administration can include a citizenship question on the 2020 census. A decision is expected this summer, when printing of the census forms is set to begin.
by Nina Totenberg

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Advocates and politicians call for better protections from violence for Native Americans

Advocates and politicians call for better protections from violence for Native Americans

After meeting with a coalition of groups working to address violence against Native Americans Tuesday, DFL Sen. Tina Smith told reporters Congress needs to reauthorize the Violence Against Woman to include more protections for Native American women.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Two earthquakes shake the Philippines; at least 16 dead

Two earthquakes shake the Philippines; at least 16 dead

Rescuers continue to search for survivors of Monday's quake, which trapped people in a collapsed supermarket in Pampanga province and caused panicked office workers to flee buildings in Manila.
by Laurel Wamsley

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MN warns moms of mercury in skin-lightening creams, some fish

MN warns moms of mercury in skin-lightening creams, some fish

Pregnant women, especially Hmong women, who use skin-lightening products or who eat certain kinds of fish more often may be putting themselves and their babies at risk for mercury exposure, state health officials warned Tuesday.
by MPR News Staff

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Minn. high school graduation rate up but racial gaps persist

Minn. high school graduation rate up but racial gaps persist

83.2 percent of high school seniors graduated in 2018, the state's highest graduation rate on record, state officials said Tuesday. While racial gaps narrowed, they remained wide.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Walz picks Chris Taylor to help diversify state government

Walz picks Chris Taylor to help diversify state government

Chris Taylor, who currently works in a similar position at the Minnesota Historical Society, will be charged with helping state government recruit and retain a more diverse workforce, as well as increase government contracts with diverse businesses.
by Briana Bierschbach

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Another daily paper cuts print schedule

Another daily paper cuts print schedule

If a person is walking naked down the streets of Crookston, it may take longer before the residents can read about it in the newspaper.
by Bob Collins

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When does a minimum wage become too high?

When does a minimum wage become too high?

Does raising the minimum wage kill jobs? No. Not really. But it could. The hunt is on to find the magic number. Here's the evidence.
by Greg Rosalsky

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What journalists should’ve learned about hacked material

Kathleen Hall Jamieson, director of the Annenberg Public Policy Center of the University of Pennsylvania, makes an excellent point: shouldn't the media be learning something from the way it reported the material stolen by Russia and used to influence the election in 2016?
by Bob Collins

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Sri Lankan official says bombings are retaliation for New Zealand massacre

Sri Lankan official says bombings are retaliation for New Zealand massacre

Two Islamist groups have been blamed for the attacks. The government is facing criticism for failing to prevent the attacks -- or even alert possible targets -- despite getting advanced intelligence.
by Matthew S. Schwartz and Hannah Allam

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Minneapolis' Nice Ride bikes launch in a changed market

Minneapolis' Nice Ride bikes launch in a changed market

Besides the traditional three-speed pedal bikes, the nonprofit also hopes to launch a fleet of electric-assist bikes this year. It's the latest effort to respond to a more competitive sharing economy.
by Matt Sepic

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8 big issues still on the table as Legislature hits home stretch

8 big issues still on the table as Legislature hits home stretch

Minnesota lawmakers return to work Tuesday with many big bills unresolved, and one that's done. With four weeks left in the 2019 legislative session, here's a look at where things stand.
by Briana Bierschbach

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NewsCut Flashback: The day Baby Face Nelson came to Brainerd

Nelson and his gang escaped with $30,000 -- about $500,00 in today's dollars. With mining operations and the railroad in full tilt, Brainerd had a lot of cash around town.
by Bob Collins

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What’s on MPR News – 4/23/19

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

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National Press Club: Larry Kudlow's economic forecast

National Press Club: Larry Kudlow's economic forecast

Director of the National Economic Council, Larry Kudlow, speaks at the National Press Club in Washington.
by MPR News Staff

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Huge bets, fast buzzer: Sports bettor smashes 'Jeopardy!' records

Huge bets, fast buzzer: Sports bettor smashes 'Jeopardy!' records

Over his 12-day winning streak, James Holzhauer now holds the top five slots for single-day winning records on the show. "You need to pick your spots and bet big," he tells NPR.

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Accuracy at core of Supreme Court case over census question

Accuracy at core of Supreme Court case over census question

The fight over the census question is the latest over immigration-related issues between Democratic-led states and advocates for immigrants, on one side, and the administration, on the other.
by Associated Press

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