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Stories from May 31, 2019

Mpls. landlords fight bid to limit vetos of tenants

Mpls. landlords fight bid to limit vetos of tenants

The plan would restrict a landlord's ability to reject an applicant based on credit, eviction or criminal history.
by Martin Moylan

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Police: City worker kills 12 in Virginia Beach; suspect dead

Police: City worker kills 12 in Virginia Beach; suspect dead

A longtime city employee opened fire in a municipal building in Virginia Beach, killing 12 people on three floors and sending terrified co-workers scrambling for cover before police shot and killed him following a "long gun battle," authorities said.
by Associated Press

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The power of an unforgettable character

The power of an unforgettable character

Bookseller Lori Fisher loves the characters in this novel so much, she even dressed up as one for Halloween.
by Tracy Mumford

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A conversation with Rochester Mayor Kim Norton

A conversation with Rochester Mayor Kim Norton

Rochester Mayor Kim Norton sat down with MPR News host Tom Crann this week to talk about the city's growth and the challenges that come with it.
by Tom Crann, Kyle Shiely and Megan Burks

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What can failed governments teach us about democracy?

What can failed governments teach us about democracy?

MPR News host Kerri Miller spoke with Jared Diamond, the author of "Upheaval: Turning Points for Nations in Crisis," about what failed governments can teach us regarding the future of democracy.
by Kerri Miller and Jeffrey Bissoy

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Canadian fires trigger southern Minnesota air quality alert

Canadian fires trigger southern Minnesota air quality alert

Affected area include the Twin Cities, St. Cloud, Mankato, Marshall, Willmar, Hutchinson, Ortonville, and the Upper Sioux and Prairie Island Tribal nations. Conditions are expected to improve over the weekend.
by MPR News Staff

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Children's Theatre drops claim against assault survivor for court costs

Children's Theatre drops claim against assault survivor for court costs

Days after starting proceedings to collect nearly $300,000 from a former student who was sexually assaulted by a staff member, Children's Theatre on Friday reversed course and apologized.
by Marianne Combs

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When a caregiver can also be a roommate, it's a win-win

When a caregiver can also be a roommate, it's a win-win

The Rumi program matches potential caregivers with disabled people who might otherwise need to live in a group home.
by Martin Moylan

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Meet the rusty patched bumblebee, Minnesota's new bee ambassador

Meet the rusty patched bumblebee, Minnesota's new bee ambassador

The state Legislature anointed the endangered rusty patched bumblebee as Minnesota's state bee — and researchers say regular citizens can help save them.
by Dan Gunderson

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Good night and good news

Good night and good news

Running out of things to say (along with health issues) was one of the reasons I gave when I informed people last year that I would retire on my 65th birthday. Today is my 65th birthday. And this is the 17,071st, and last, NewsCut post.
by Bob Collins

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Twin Cities weekend road closures: I-35W and 3 big street festivals

Twin Cities weekend road closures: I-35W and 3 big street festivals

The unofficial start of summer means the start of lots of street festivals, which means lots and lots of road closures. At least three big ones are on tap for the Twin Cities this weekend, in addition to ongoing construction projects that will mean the closure of some major interstates and ramps.
by Nancy Yang

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Noor's attorneys ask for no prison time

Noor's attorneys ask for no prison time

Attorneys for former Minneapolis police officer Mohamed Noor plan to ask the court for a lenient sentence — no prison time, or if that's not granted, less time than what sentencing guidelines call for.
by Riham Feshir

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Storytime with Bob: A treat outside of the blog

Storytime with Bob: A treat outside of the blog

Being a member of the MPR News staff for a little over a year, and located outside of the St. Paul office, I’ve only had the privilege to observe the NewsCut magic as many readers have, with interactions through emails and reading Bob Collins’ words. But the one time I got to meet Bob in…
by Matt Mikus

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Twin Cities vocal group Cantus covers Joni Mitchell

In previous years, they've sung songs by the Beatles, the Beach Boys and Fleetwood Mac.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Seeley: It's the latest crop planting season in 40 years

Cool, soggy weather this spring is making it tough for Minnesota farmers to get seeds in the ground. Historically tough.
by Cathy Wurzer

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MN man carries family ties to France to re-enact D-Day parachute jump

MN man carries family ties to France to re-enact D-Day parachute jump

Paratrooper Lambert Johnson jumped into France on D-Day and fought in the battles to take back Europe from the Nazis. Next week his grandnephew, St. Louis County sheriff's deputy Warren Johnson, will jump from the same plane in the 75th anniversary re-enactment.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Favorite NewsCuts? Here are mine.

Collins came in every day and made stuff that people wanted – really wanted – to read. That’s the best compliment anyone could ever get as a writer and reporter. He delivered the goods to the audience online and on the air.
by Paul Tosto

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Walz signs state budget bills

Walz signs state budget bills

DFL Gov. Tim Walz privately took his branded sharpie pen and signed the remaining bills that make up the state's two-year, $48 billion budget.
by Briana Bierschbach

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Summery Friday, with a late-afternoon thunder chance; weekend 70s

Summery Friday, with a late-afternoon thunder chance; weekend 70s

The southern two-thirds of Minnesota, plus much of western Wisconsin, will see Friday highs well into the 80s. A few spots could creep above 90, even in the Twin Cities metro area. Roughly the northern third of Minnesota will top out in the 70s, with some 60s in parts of the northeast.
by Ron Trenda

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Minnesota's new CWD measures: Will they work?

Minnesota's new CWD measures: Will they work?

Chronic wasting disease was a contentious topic this legislative session. The measures passed during a special session last weekend came with heavy compromise, but experts say it was a good start.
by John Enger

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So, how old aria? Minnesota Opera's newest work targets tots

So, how old aria? Minnesota Opera's newest work targets tots

The Minnesota Opera takes the expression "start 'em young" just about as far as it can this weekend with its latest production, "Nooma." It's "an opera for babies," but don't call it that.
by Euan Kerr

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Researchers: Heat illnesses send teens, younger adults to ERs more than others

Researchers: Heat illnesses send teens, younger adults to ERs more than others

When the heat arrives, health officials usually warn of the dangers to the elderly and young, but new research suggests another group may be at risk as well: people age 15 to 34 -- particularly boys and young men.
by Matt Sepic

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A day for people to clear their warrants and 'move on with their own lives'

The American Civil Liberties Union of Minnesota, community groups and the courts host the annual Misdemeanor Warrant Resolution Day on Saturday. People with minor warrants from all across the state may be able to get them cleared.
by Jon Collins

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Theft of the blog: Yes, there is a real Bob Collins. This is what he’s like

Collins vowed to not write a goodbye post. We're not sure if's staying true to that, so here comes old friend Tom Weber "to sing a little on behalf of a friend who’s made immeasurable contributions to MPR and Minnesota."
by Paul Tosto

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Daily Digest: Odds and ends

A quick look at some Minnesota political news.
by Mike Mulcahy

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Politics with Amy Walter: pros and cons of the electoral college

Politics with Amy Walter: pros and cons of the electoral college

As the movement to ditch the electoral college in favor of a national popular vote is gaining steam, Amy Walter looks at the pros, the cons, and the consequences of such a move.

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Trump hitting Mexico with 5 percent tariff in response to migrants

Trump hitting Mexico with 5 percent tariff in response to migrants

In a surprise announcement that could compromise a major trade deal, President Trump announced that he is slapping a 5 percent tariff on all Mexican imports to pressure the country to do more to crack down on the surge of Central American migrants trying to cross the border.
by Associated Press

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