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Stories from July 23, 2019

GOP, Dems offer compromise to reduce drug costs for seniors

GOP, Dems offer compromise to reduce drug costs for seniors

Two veteran senators — a Republican and a Democrat — unveiled compromise legislation Tuesday to reduce prescription drug costs for millions of Medicare recipients, while saving money for federal and state health care programs serving seniors and low-income people.
by Associated Press

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Uber driver brings 2 sisters 200 miles to Minnesota party

An Uber driver ferried two sisters 200 miles to their aunt's 100th birthday party in Minnesota. Uber charged Maggard $216 for the trip. They tipped the driver another $54.
by Associated Press

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Questions raised over arrest of Mexican national in Missouri

Federal immigration officers trying to arrest a Mexican national smashed a car window and dragged him from the vehicle in front of his girlfriend and two young children, prompting condemnation from the woman's Missouri congressman.
by Associated Press

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1987 Superstorm still No. 1

1987 Superstorm still No. 1

The Twin Cities’ biggest rainstorm on record was 32 years ago today.
by Paul Huttner

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Immigration roundup that targeted 2,100 nets 35 arrests

Immigration roundup that targeted 2,100 nets 35 arrests

An immigration enforcement operation that President Trump said was part of an effort to deport "millions" of people from the United States resulted in 35 arrests, officials said Tuesday.
by Associated Press

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Trump says he can name 20 more Dems who are like the 'squad'

Trump says he can name 20 more Dems who are like the 'squad'

President Trump said Tuesday he can name at least 20 Democrats who, in his opinion, are worse than the "squad" of four Democratic female lawmakers he's been feuding with over their sharp critiques of his administration. He promised to name those Democrats "at some point."
by Associated Press

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Wisconsin tribe sues Enbridge to force Line 5 pipeline removal

The Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa argues that the 66-year-old pipeline could rupture on the reservation and easements for the line expired in 2013. The lawsuit seeks an injunction forcing Enbridge to stop using the line and remove it from the reservation.
by Associated Press

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MN researchers roll out revolutionary approach to school safety training

MN researchers roll out revolutionary approach to school safety training

A pair of Minnesota researchers launched an alternative approach to school safety training. Instead of focusing on run-hide-fight or lockdown techniques, they are training teachers, sheriffs and school leaders on crisis intervention, de-escalation and suicide prevention.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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Trump-Omar feud ratchets up as her critics seek ethics probe

Trump-Omar feud ratchets up as her critics seek ethics probe

First-term Minnesota U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar on Tuesday attracted more attention from her critics and President Trump, who says she’ll be a factor in his 2020 campaign.
by Brian Bakst

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President Trump wants to improve Americans' kidney health — here's how to protect yours

President Trump wants to improve Americans' kidney health — here's how to protect yours

President Trump signed an executive order this month that lays out a plan for reducing kidney disease in the United States. Dr. Jon Hallberg has this primer and tips to protect your kidneys.
by Steven John, Dr. Jon Hallberg and Megan Burks

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Heroin killed her brother. She wants his dealer to get a second chance

Heroin killed her brother. She wants his dealer to get a second chance

Beverly Burrell sold the heroin that killed Spencer Johnson. She’s in prison for murder in his death. But Johnson’s sister says she wants to help in Burrell’s redemption. "I know it seems insane as I'm saying it.”
by Brandt Williams

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Stepping into the sun: A mission to bring solar energy to communities of color

Stepping into the sun: A mission to bring solar energy to communities of color

Solar energy has taken off across the U.S. As an African American working in the industry, Jason Carney wants to make sure minority communities don't miss out on the energy savings or the green jobs.
by Andrea Hsu

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Mueller testimony could be critical inflection point for impeachment push

Mueller testimony could be critical inflection point for impeachment push

Roughly 40 percent of House Democrats are advocating for opening an impeachment inquiry against the president. Robert Mueller's testimony Wednesday may be a critical moment for lawmakers on the fence.
by Tim Mak and Elena Moore

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3 million could lose food stamp benefits under Trump administration proposal

3 million could lose food stamp benefits under Trump administration proposal

The administration wants to close what it calls a "loophole" that allows states to give benefits to those who would not otherwise be eligible by raising or eliminating income and asset limits.
by Pam Fessler

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Talking Volumes 2019 season guide

Talking Volumes 2019 season guide

The 20th season of Talking Volumes will feature interviews with Alice Hoffman, Saeed Jones, Tim O’Brien, Karen Armstrong, Lindy West and Tracy K. Smith.
by MPR News Staff

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MPCA reports show need for dramatic reduction in soil entering rivers

MPCA reports show need for dramatic reduction in soil entering rivers

The Minnesota River and three major watersheds in the region have problems that run wide and deep, from excess phosphorus, nutrients and other pollutants to major loads of sediment that are choking rivers with suspended solids.

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The similarities between Boris Johnson and Donald Trump

The similarities between Boris Johnson and Donald Trump

At a time of polarization and political chaos, the United Kingdom and the United States are about to be led by two remarkably similar figures. Johnson will take office on Wednesday.
by Frank Langfitt

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Mpls. city council looks to regulate police use of facial-recognition technology

The Minneapolis Police Department doesn’t have its own facial-recognition technology yet, but some city council members are already looking to regulate its use. MPR’s Cathy Wurzer spoke with Council member Steve Fletcher, who serves on the council’s public safety committee.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Policast: Al Franken talks to the New Yorker

Policast: Al Franken talks to the New Yorker

A quick check-in on Minnesota politics: Al Franken gives his first interview since resigning from the Senate; a new panel will look at the use of deadly force by police.
by Mike Mulcahy

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'Gods of Jade and Shadow' spins a dark, dazzling fairy tale

'Gods of Jade and Shadow' spins a dark, dazzling fairy tale

Silvia Moreno-Garcia's novel is set in an alternate Jazz Age Mexico, where gods and monsters from Mayan mythology walk the Earth and war with each other for dominion over Xibalba, the land of death.
by Arkady Martine

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July weather bliss continues

July weather bliss continues

The warm dry weather holds — at least through Thursday.
by Paul Huttner

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7 states step up efforts to fight violence against indigenous women

7 states step up efforts to fight violence against indigenous women

Native girls and women are more likely than average to be the victim of a violent crime. Now, several state task forces will try to better identify and locate indigenous crime victims.
by Melodie Edwards

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Gillibrand: Female senators unfairly blamed for Franken exit

Gillibrand: Female senators unfairly blamed for Franken exit

She's said for months that she stands by her decision. But the New York senator has also maintained that her presidential campaign's fundraising has been hurt by some top donors who continue to blame her for setting in motion the events that led to Franken's resignation.
by The Associated Press

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6 questions Congress may ask Robert Mueller during his testimony

6 questions Congress may ask Robert Mueller during his testimony

In two separate hearings on Wednesday, Democrats want Americans who haven't read Mueller's findings to see and hear them instead. Republicans want to take the former special counsel down a peg.
by Philip Ewing

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Broadening the circle of competitive swimming

Broadening the circle of competitive swimming

Against a backdrop of drowning disparities, swimmers of color are embracing the sport while making it more inclusive.
by Riham Feshir and Iyana Esters

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Aspen Ideas Festival: The ZIP code reality — where you live matters

Aspen Ideas Festival: The ZIP code reality — where you live matters

Mary C. Daly speaks about "ZIP Code Economies" where she seeks ideas from communities that overcame disadvantages to create more economic and social opportunity.
by MPRNews Staff

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Departing corrections staffer says probe involved lobbying on state time

Departing corrections staffer says probe involved lobbying on state time

Sarah Walker, who resigned last week from the Department of Corrections, said a complaint against her was for lobbying on state time. She denied doing it, and said her resignation was unrelated to any investigation.
by Briana Bierschbach

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Deal sealed on federal budget, ensuring no shutdown, default

Deal sealed on federal budget, ensuring no shutdown, default

The deal, announced by Trump on Twitter and in a statement by Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer, will restore the government's ability to borrow to pay its bills past next year's elections and build upon recent large budget gains for both the Pentagon and domestic agencies.
by Associated Press

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Trump expands fast-track deportation authority across U.S.

Trump expands fast-track deportation authority across U.S.

Starting Tuesday, fast-track deportations can apply to anyone in the country illegally for less than two years. Previously, those deportations were largely limited to people arrested almost immediately after crossing the Mexican border.
by Associated Press

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In 'Beijing Payback,' the immigrant experience, but make it a crime thriller

In 'Beijing Payback,' the immigrant experience, but make it a crime thriller

Daniel Nieh used to be a model and a translator. He says both of those professions went into his debut novel, a page-turner about a college basketball player unraveling his Chinese father's murder.
by Ari Shapiro

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