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Stories from June 28, 2019

Minneapolis theater finds a crowd for World Cup screenings

Minneapolis theater finds a crowd for World Cup screenings

The Riverview Theater offered screenings of the international tournament since it began in June and will continue to stream games. The Riverview hosted all the U.S. Women's National Team games so far.
by John Nguyen

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Rapinoe has 2 goals and U.S. knocks France out 2-1

Rapinoe has 2 goals and U.S. knocks France out 2-1

Megan Rapinoe went from controversy to triumph, scoring twice for the United States in the much-anticipated clash with host France to send the defending champions into the semifinals of the Women's World Cup with a 2-1 victory Friday night.
by Associated Press

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'Beautiful' essays that address race, family, religion and more

'Beautiful' essays that address race, family, religion and more

"I feel like everyone can see themselves reflected in this book, but also learn from something completely new," said bookseller Allison Punch.
by Tracy Mumford

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What do you really know about the Revolutionary War?

What do you really know about the Revolutionary War?

Author Rick Atkinson brings America's war for independence to life with "The British Are Coming," the first book in his new trilogy about the Revolutionary War.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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Neo-Nazi who killed Charlottesville protester is sentenced to life in prison

Neo-Nazi who killed Charlottesville protester is sentenced to life in prison

James Fields rammed his car into a crowd of anti-racist protesters in 2017, killing Heather Heyer and injuring many others. He pleaded guilty to 29 federal hate crimes, avoiding the death penalty.
by Bobby Allyn and Laurel Wamsley

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The gap between rich and poor Americans' health is widening

The gap between rich and poor Americans' health is widening

Health inequities are getting worse, according to new research. Factors like income, race and gender are playing a larger role in health outcomes than they did 25 years ago.
by Susie Neilson

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Update on our steamy weekend; A Sunday rain chance

Update on our steamy weekend; A Sunday rain chance

This will be our first steamy weekend of 2019. Saturday highs will hit 90 degrees or warmer across much of Minnesota and parts of western Wisconsin: Dew point temperatures will reach the steamy 70s in the many areas, which will raise our afternoon heat index values toward 100 degrees. Sunday highs are expected to be…
by Ron Trenda

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What Glencore's ownership stake in PolyMet means for planned copper-nickel mine

What Glencore's ownership stake in PolyMet means for planned copper-nickel mine

A stock offering being finalized Friday would make Swiss mining giant Glencore control about 72 percent of PolyMet, which could bring the planned copper-nickel mine for northern Minnesota closer to reality.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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A sweltering weekend ahead around the state

MPR News host Cathy Wurzer ran down the week in weather with retired University of Minnesota meteorologist and climatologist Mark Seeley.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Supreme Court takes up DACA appeal

Supreme Court takes up DACA appeal

The Obama-era program will get a one-hour hearing before the high court next term. The court said it would consolidate three appeals into one argument.
by Nina Totenberg and Domenico Montanaro

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3 -- yes, 3 -- major Twin Cities freeway closures this weekend

3 -- yes, 3 -- major Twin Cities freeway closures this weekend

There's no easy way to say this: It's going to hurt if you're hitting the road this weekend in the Twin Cities. And you'll feel the pain if you're traveling on the Blue and Green Lines near downtown Minneapolis, too.
by Nancy Yang

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State draws attention to summer child nutrition help

State draws attention to summer child nutrition help

Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan helped publicize the summer nutrition programs aimed at preventing a hunger gap while school is out.
by Brian Bakst

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Fungus that affects bats discovered in North Dakota

Fungus that affects bats discovered in North Dakota

The fungus causes white-nose syndrome, which can lead to dehydration or other conditions that kill bats. Thirty-three states, including Minnesota, have confirmed the disease since it was found in 2006 in New York.
by The Associated Press

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Nurse, pilot killed in medical helicopter crash in Brainerd

Nurse, pilot killed in medical helicopter crash in Brainerd

North Memorial Health says no patients were on board when the crash happened about 1 a.m. Friday. The injured crew member was taken to St. Joseph's Medical Center in Brainerd. The crew member is reported to be in serious but stable condition.
by Matt Sepic, Kirsti Marohn and Nina Moini

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Fact check: Dems on migrant kids, the rich and climate

Fact check: Dems on migrant kids, the rich and climate

A fired-up field of Democrats stumbled on some facts at the most visceral turns in their debate Thursday as they took on and sometimes sparred over race, the treatment of migrant children, the climate and the super-rich.
by The Associated Press

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5 takeaways from night 2 of the Democratic debate

5 takeaways from night 2 of the Democratic debate

Sen. Kamala Harris of California was the breakout star of the second part of the Democratic debate -- and may have reshaped the contest as she took on former Vice President Joe Biden over race.
by Domenico Montanaro

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Steamy weekend; heat safety tips

Steamy weekend; heat safety tips

Rochester, Minn., saw more than a month’s worth of rain overnight Thursday night into early Friday. Their total of almost 5 inches set a new daily rainfall record for June: Since 1 AM this morning, Rochester International Airport has received 4.90" of rain. This makes today the wettest June day and 6th wettest day. This…
by Ron Trenda

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Flooding in parts of SE Minnesota; steamy forecast

Flooding in parts of SE Minnesota; steamy forecast

Portions of southeastern Minnesota saw 4 to 7 inches of rain overnight, which has caused flooding: Very heavy rainfall of 4 to 7 inches has fallen across portions of Dodge, Olmsted, and Fillmore Counties, resulting in flash flooding. If flooding is observed, be prepared to seek higher ground, and remember to NEVER drive through flood…
by Ron Trenda

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Daily Digest: Democrats debate part two

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

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3 memoirs that explore the many facets of mental illness

3 memoirs that explore the many facets of mental illness

One in five Americans have some experience with mental illness every year -- and these three new memoirs dig into that experience, whether it's the author's own illness or that of a loved one.
by Jacki Lyden

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Aspen Ideas Festival: 'Politics with Amy Walter'

Aspen Ideas Festival: 'Politics with Amy Walter'

Amy Walter at the Aspen Ideas Festival with analysis of the first 2-night round of Democratic Presidential candidate debates.

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How to find purpose at work

As adults, we spend a huge part of our waking hours working. MPR's Chris Farrell spoke with two guests about how to find purpose in your work - and why doing so matters.
by Chris Farrell and Julie Siple

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St. Louis Park mayor: Council to revisit Pledge of Allegiance vote

Mayor Jake Spano said he was out of town when the City Council voted 5-0 to stop saying the Pledge of Allegiance before meetings. On Thursday, he said the decision will be up for discussion at the Council's July 8 meeting.
by Tom Crann and Nina Moini

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