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Stories from November 21, 2019

Fred Cox, former Vikings kicker, dies at age 80

Fred Cox, former Vikings kicker, dies at age 80

Former Minnesota Vikings kicker Fred Cox, one of the last of the straight-on placekickers and a standout on several conference championship teams, has died. He was 80.
by The Associated Press

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Fact check: Trump, GOP claims on Ukraine corruption

Fact check: Trump, GOP claims on Ukraine corruption

President Trump and his GOP allies pressed a defense that he acted appropriately in withholding military aid to Ukraine out of concern over the country’s corruption and claimed the House impeachment hearings amounted to a rogue process. The claims don’t match up with known facts.
by The Associated Press

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Salad product recall over E. coli bacteria impacts 22 states

The U.S. Department of Agriculture says Missa Bay, LLC from Swedesboro, New Jersey, is recalling more than 75,000 pounds of salad products that contain meat or poultry because the lettuce may be contaminated with a strain of E. coli.
by The Associated Press

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Impeachment hearing takeaways: A ‘domestic political errand’

Impeachment hearing takeaways: A ‘domestic political errand’

The final testimony of an extraordinary week of impeachment hearings came from a former White House national security adviser who wrote the book on Vladimir Putin — literally — and a political counselor at the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine who overheard a pivotal conversation between President Trump and Gordon Sondland.
by The Associated Press

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Minnesotans with Ukrainian ties dismayed by hearings

Minnesotans with Ukrainian ties dismayed by hearings

Ukraine’s prominent role in the Washington impeachment probe is being watched with concern by Minnesotans who have strong ties to the country.
by Brian Bakst

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Trade dispute with China could slow transition to low-carbon power

Trade dispute with China could slow transition to low-carbon power

China manufactures much of the world’s low-carbon energy technologies, so trade disputes with the country could slow the growth of solar and wind energy in the United States.
by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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Israeli prime minister Netanyahu to be indicted on corruption charges

Israeli prime minister Netanyahu to be indicted on corruption charges

It's a massive blow for the longtime leader, who has been fighting to keep his job after two inconclusive elections this year. He is accused of bribery, fraud and breach of trust.
by Merrit Kennedy

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In new book, journalist alleges Russian links to mysterious deaths abroad

In new book, journalist alleges Russian links to mysterious deaths abroad

BuzzFeed News editor Heidi Blake says Russian agents in Britain killed exiled Russian oligarchs, security officials and others critical of the Kremlin. Her new book is From Russia with Blood.
by Dave Davies

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Bus stop dog attack hospitalizes Maplewood middle schooler

Bus stop dog attack hospitalizes Maplewood middle schooler

A neighbor’s dogs got loose and attacked a sixth grader coming home from school. A passerby came to his rescue. He’s been in the hospital for three days and is expected to be released Thursday.
by Tim Nelson

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Former St. Cloud school employee charged with stealing from student groups

Former St. Cloud school employee charged with stealing from student groups

A bookkeeper at the school told investigators she would deposit checks from a student activities fund and take cash whenever she needed it. She planned to pay it back, but resigned when she knew she wouldn't be able to.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Rain/snow mix ends Thursday afternoon; update on snow potential next week

The morning rain/snow mix in the Twin Cities is expected to move out by early afternoon. Up north, they’re shoveling and plowing out from several inches of snow. We have details the weekend forecast, plus snow chances next week.
by Ron Trenda

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Judge blocks Justice Department's plan to resume federal executions

Judge blocks Justice Department's plan to resume federal executions

Executions had been set to resume next month after a 16-year pause. A federal judge halted the sentences as inmates challenge the government's lethal injection protocol.
by Colin Dwyer

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Ask a 'sotan: Revisiting 'Minnesota Nice'

Ask a 'sotan: Revisiting 'Minnesota Nice'

Where does the term “Minnesota Nice” come from? How does it speak to our culture? It’s a topic that has been heavily debated and explored. But the curiosity behind the phenomenon was enough to prompt a new question from our audience, and we sought answers.
by Mike Moen

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'Crying Laughing' will have you doing both

'Crying Laughing' will have you doing both

Lance Rubin's new novel follows an aspiring young comedian as she navigates the rough waters of romance, improv and her father's failing health, with plenty of laughs to light the darker moments.
by Alethea Kontis

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MPR News AM Update: Heavy snow is on the way

MPR News AM Update: Heavy snow is on the way

Plus the latest on President Trump’s impeachment hearings and a wrapup of the Democratic presidential debate.
by Cody Nelson

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A diplomat with a history of voicing concerns set to testify in impeachment inquiry

A diplomat with a history of voicing concerns set to testify in impeachment inquiry

David Holmes is a top staffer at the U.S Embassy in Ukraine. He overheard a phone call between the U.S. ambassador to the European Union and the president in which "investigations" were discussed.
by Brakkton Booker

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MPR News Update

November 21. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer.

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Klobuchar goes after Trump and Buttigieg in Atlanta debate

Klobuchar goes after Trump and Buttigieg in Atlanta debate

Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar said Trump's conduct is impeachable, but she did not reveal if she would vote to remove the president if the House impeaches him.
by Mark Zdechlik

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'Mary Toft; or, the Rabbit Queen' asks big questions about small animals

'Mary Toft; or, the Rabbit Queen' asks big questions about small animals

Dexter Palmer's new novel is based on the strange true story of a woman who confounded the medical and scientific establishments of 18th century England by claiming she'd given birth to rabbits.
by Jason Heller

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5 takeaways from the 5th Democratic debate

5 takeaways from the 5th Democratic debate

After a slow start to the fifth Democratic presidential debate, the surging Pete Buttigieg parried attacks on race and his level of experience.
by Domenico Montanaro

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U.S.-Canada border community's culture changes as security tightens

U.S.-Canada border community's culture changes as security tightens

While the wall and asylum-seekers at the U.S.-Mexico border have drawn a lot of attention, heightened security at the northern border has changed the character of the once-neighborly frontier.
by John Burnett

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2020 Affordable Care Act health plans: What's new

2020 Affordable Care Act health plans: What's new

ACA plans for 2020 are cheaper than last year — premiums lower, on average. And in some areas, people who qualify for federal subsidies could end up with no monthly payment. But read the fine print.
by Shefali Luthra

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St. Paul's mayor proposes $1.7M to curb violence without adding police officers

St. Paul's mayor proposes $1.7M to curb violence without adding police officers

At a regular meeting of the St. Paul City Council Wednesday, Carter called his proposal a community-first approach, with more money to reduce police response times and for better services.
by Nina Moini

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Art Hounds: A bluegrass Christmas in Lanesboro

Art Hounds: A bluegrass Christmas in Lanesboro

Commonweal Theatre presents the bluegrass holiday musical "Sanders Family Christmas." Plus, Art Hounds recommend American Roots Revue at the Dakota and UNI Arts STP at Cedar Cultural Center.
by Marianne Combs

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A cry for help summoned the police — and ended in his death

A cry for help summoned the police — and ended in his death

What happened to Keaton Larson one year ago was not unique. About 1 in 5 fatal police shootings across the country last year involved a person with mental illness.
by Alisa Roth

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Takeaways from the Democratic presidential debate

Takeaways from the Democratic presidential debate

Democrats spent more time making the case for their ability to beat President Donald Trump than trying to defeat each other in their fifth debate Wednesday night.
by The Associated Press

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National Book Awards handed to Susan Choi, Arthur Sze and more

National Book Awards handed to Susan Choi, Arthur Sze and more

The novelist and poet joined Sarah M. Broom, László Krasznahorkai, Ottilie Mulzet, and Martin W. Sandler as winners Wednesday night — receiving $10,000 and a medallion for their front covers.
by Colin Dwyer

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Buttigieg’s rise positions him as top target at 5th debate

Buttigieg’s rise positions him as top target at 5th debate

Pete Buttigieg’s rise in the Democratic presidential primary makes him a prime target at Wednesday’s debate as the four candidates now bunched at the top seek to distinguish themselves with less than three months until voting begins.
by The Associated Press

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Affidavit: Woman was strapped into seat of submerged truck

Affidavit: Woman was strapped into seat of submerged truck

An American Indian woman whose body was found in a submerged truck in a North Dakota lake was strapped into the passenger side with a seatbelt around her waist, according to court documents released Wednesday.
by The Associated Press

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