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Stories from May 10, 2019

Prosecutors seek to block Noor trial evidence

Prosecutors seek to block Noor trial evidence

Hennepin County prosecutors are urging the judge who oversaw the murder case of former police officer Mohamed Noor to block public access to video and other evidence presented at trial.
by Jon Collins

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House Democrat issues subpoenas for Trump tax returns

House Democrat issues subpoenas for Trump tax returns

A top House Democrat on Friday issued subpoenas for six years of Trump's tax returns, giving Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and IRS Commissioner Charles Rettig a deadline of next Friday to deliver them.
by Associated Press

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Mueller won't testify next week, House chairman says

Mueller won't testify next week, House chairman says

The chairman of the House Judiciary Committee says special counsel Robert Mueller won't appear before his panel next week, despite the committee's hope that Mueller would testify May 15.
by Associated Press

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Citing health, Freeman says he'll take time off from prosecutor's office

Citing health, Freeman says he'll take time off from prosecutor's office

"My doctor and others have suggested that I need some time away from the high stress" of the office, Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman said Friday, adding he'll take "several weeks" off.
by MPR News Staff

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A primer on life jackets: Especially in cold water, they can save your life

A primer on life jackets: Especially in cold water, they can save your life

Just a few weeks ago, many of Minnesota's lakes and rivers were covered with ice. And wearing a life jacket can make a critical difference in the chances of survival for boaters and anglers who fall overboard into cold water, officials say.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Why racial gaps in maternal mortality persist

Why racial gaps in maternal mortality persist

Black and Native American women die of pregnancy-related causes at a higher rate than white women. Researchers say the gaps are driven by unequal access to health care and the experience of racism.
by Patti Neighmond

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Gender equity, violence bills get debate amid budget battle

Gender equity, violence bills get debate amid budget battle

Several initiatives to promote gender equity and reduce gender-based violence are in play as Minnesota's legislative session nears an end, ranging from a potential overhaul of the state's sexual assault laws to making it easier to sue for sexual harassment.
by Associated Press

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New Indigenous Women's March aims to end violence in all forms

New Indigenous Women's March aims to end violence in all forms

Members of the Twin Cities' Native American community will march in Minneapolis on Saturday to honor indigenous women and two spirit people as well as empower all survivors of harassment, violence and oppression.
by Max Nesterak

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2019 Minnesota fishing opener: Test of your angling knowledge

2019 Minnesota fishing opener: Test of your angling knowledge

Ahead of the fishing opener, here's a collection of fishing trivia, history and facts about fishing in Minnesota -- along with a quiz to test your angler knowledge.
by MPR News Staff

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Minneapolis weighs ramifications of $20M settlement in Ruszczyk case

Minneapolis weighs ramifications of $20M settlement in Ruszczyk case

In the week since the $20 million settlement with Justine Ruszczyk's family was announced, city officials have been weighing its effect on how Minneapolis will negotiate ongoing and future police misconduct lawsuits. And it sets a new standard by which lawyers will measure future misconduct cases.
by Brandt Williams

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Record-setting rain and snow this week

Record-setting rain and snow this week

Many places around the state recorded record amounts of rain or snow for Wednesday, May 8. Retired University Minnesota meteorologist Mark Seeley talks about the week in weather with Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer.

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David Crosby performs at Pantages Theatre in Minneapolis on Friday night

The 77-year-old music legend has released three critically-acclaimed albums in the last four years, and Rolling Stone has also signed him up to write an advice column. "Ask Croz" debuts next month.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Helium shortage claims party store

We're running out of helium and it's a big deal if you're in the balloon business. What good is a balloon without helium?
by Bob Collins

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Wildflower watch: Bluebells are blooming in Carley State Park

Wildflower watch: Bluebells are blooming in Carley State Park

In the mood for some wildflower sightings this weekend? Here's where Phyllis Root and Kelly Povo, the authors of "Searching for Minnesota's Native Wildflowers," recommend you go.
by Cathy Wurzer

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How healthy are Minnesota's fisheries?

The 2019 walleye and northern pike fishing seasons in Minnesota begin Saturday. And for the first time since 2015, anglers will be able to keep some of the fish they catch on Lake Mille Lacs.
by Cathy Wurzer

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New round of tariffs take a bigger bite of consumers' budget

New round of tariffs take a bigger bite of consumers' budget

The latest round of tariffs on Chinese imports are expected to hit more products U.S. consumers actually buy, and businesses say they have no choice but to pass the added costs on to consumers.
by Yuki Noguchi

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U.S. hikes tariffs on Chinese imports, as tense trade talks continue

U.S. hikes tariffs on Chinese imports, as tense trade talks continue

U.S. tariffs on $200 billion worth of Chinese consumer and business products increased to 25 percent from 10 percent on Friday morning, raising the stakes between the world's two largest economies.
by Jim Zarroli, Sasha Ingber and Richard Gonzales

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The new Morning Edition theme, now fortified with words

Somehow, the nation has made it through a workweek without the old NPR Morning Edition theme. Americans are nothing if not resilient in the face of unimaginable adversity.
by Bob Collins

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Did race color the Noor verdict? Question lingers for some

Did race color the Noor verdict? Question lingers for some

Race surfaced in subtle and not-so-subtle ways during the trial of Mohamed Noor. As the ex-Minneapolis police officer awaits his sentence, some believe racial dynamics created an unequal justice.
by Jon Collins and Riham Feshir

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Milder temps Friday; fishing opener weather

Milder temps Friday; fishing opener weather

Minnesota and western Wisconsin could see scattered showers and an isolated thunderstorm Saturday evening.Occasional scattered showers are possible on Mother's Day.
by Ron Trenda

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St. Paul teacher caught using the n-word

You'll want to check the calendar -- spoiler alert: it's 2019 -- while reading the St. Paul Pioneer Press story about a teacher in the city school system who thought it acceptable -- if only for a moment -- to use the 'N word' in polite conversation.
by Bob Collins

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What’s on MPR News – 5/10/19

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

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Take a breath and dive into 'Exhalation'

Take a breath and dive into 'Exhalation'

Ted Chiang's new collection is jammed with brilliant ideas -- but it also makes time to take one single fascinating notion and examine it in depth, in stories that are never too long or too short.
by Jason Sheehan

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New tariffs threaten to undermine farmers

The trade war intensifies, and farmers are caught in the crossfire. What will new tariffs mean for farmers in the Midwest?
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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Politics with Amy Walter on Takeaway Friday

Politics with Amy Walter on Takeaway Friday

Politics with Amy Walter on the Friday Takeaway.

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SPCO forced to make cutbacks after loss of corporate funding

SPCO forced to make cutbacks after loss of corporate funding

The St. Paul Chamber Orchestra is facing a loss of corporate funding and will stop sponsoring a contemporary chamber music series and pre-concert discussions starting next season.
by Nina Moini

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Ex-school superintendent sentenced to 2 years for theft, embezzlement

Ex-school superintendent sentenced to 2 years for theft, embezzlement

According to the criminal complaint, the former superintendent of the Shakopee Public Schools rang up personal expenses on a district purchasing card that included first-class airfare, Grand Ole Opry tickets, electronics, Vikings memorabilia, Harley Davidson jewelry and a $46 garden hose.
by Matt Sepic

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