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Stories from January 28, 2020

Some Section 8 voucher holders will have more options to use the subsidies

Some Section 8 voucher holders will have more options to use the subsidies

The federal government has authorized the two agencies to cut through traditional bureaucratic barriers to enable an initial pool of Section 8 voucher holders to use them in communities outside those usually included in the agencies' operations.
by Martin Moylan

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Fewer Minnesota kids need foster care, but racial gaps remain

Fewer Minnesota kids need foster care, but racial gaps remain

The number of Minnesota children who were removed from their homes and placed into foster care in 2018 is down for the first time since 2010, a new state report shows. But racial disparities in foster care and parental substance abuse remain as persistent challenges to child welfare in Minnesota.
by Tom Crann, Jiwon Choi and Megan Burks

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Judge: Archdiocese has met obligations to protect children from abuse

Judge: Archdiocese has met obligations to protect children from abuse

Twin Cities Archbishop Bernard Hebda vowed that the church would continue to work with abuse survivors, lay people and the county attorney’s office to make the church safer for young people.
by Jon Collins

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Study: Young walleye are smaller in MN lakes with zebra mussels, spiny waterflea

Study: Young walleye are smaller in MN lakes with zebra mussels, spiny waterflea

A new University of Minnesota study has found that when lakes were infested with the two common aquatic invasive species, young walleye didn’t grow as large as quickly, as they did before the invaders arrived.
by Kirsti Marohn

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In grinding manufacturing slump, 3M cuts another 1,500 jobs

In grinding manufacturing slump, 3M cuts another 1,500 jobs

The 1,500 job cuts come on top of the 2,000 jobs the company trimmed less than a year ago. CEO Michael Roman said the cuts will occur across all business groups and geographies.
by The Associated Press

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Coronavirus may extend Minneapolis man’s China visit

Coronavirus may extend Minneapolis man’s China visit

Yulin Yin traveled to his hometown to visit his family and friends. Now his wife doesn’t know how long he’ll have to stay there.
by Brandt Williams

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Snowy dusting Friday; a shot at 40 by Sunday

Snowy dusting Friday; a shot at 40 by Sunday

Friday brings a shot of light snow. Another shot of mild Pacific air arrives this weekend.
by Paul Huttner

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As the coronavirus spreads, familiar questions on emergency preparedness resurface

As the coronavirus spreads, familiar questions on emergency preparedness resurface

As of Wednesday morning, more than 6,000 cases of the new coronavirus have been confirmed globally. More than 100 people have died. Should Americans be concerned about a virus that is rapidly spreading across international borders?
by Chris Farrell, Kelly Gordon and Marcheta Fornoff

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What's next for the Keystone XL pipeline in South Dakota

What's next for the Keystone XL pipeline in South Dakota

Plans for construction of the Keystone XL oil sands pipeline inched forward last week with several approvals at both the federal and state levels, but opponents in South Dakota say they haven’t given up on preventing, or at least slowing, the pipeline’s construction.
by The Associated Press

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Kobe Bryant's death puts a focus on helicopter safety

Kobe Bryant's death puts a focus on helicopter safety

Some helicopter trips — like personal or private helicopter rides — are more likely than others to end in a fatal accident. A crash killed the former NBA star and eight other people on Sunday.
by Camila Domonoske

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How to say no to sugar

How to say no to sugar

The average American eats about 17 teaspoons of added sugar a day — that’s twice the recommended amount for men and triple the amount for women. But why does our body crave it so much? A doctor and dietitian join the program to talk about health risks that come with consuming too much sugar, how to cut cravings, and some alternative foods we should be eating instead.
by Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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January 28. Hosted by Phil Picardi.

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Autopsy: St. Paul rapper Lexii Alijai died of accidental overdose

Alijai, a 21-year-old rising star in the Twin Cities music scene, died Jan. 1 from a mix of fentanyl and alcohol, the Hennepin County Medical Examiner said Tuesday. The agency ruled it an accident. A police investigation continues.
by MPR News Staff

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Policast: Will farmers stick with Trump? And Walz heads to Iowa this weekend on Klobuchar's behalf

On today’s edition, we hear what Iowa farmers attending a farm show think about President Trump. And Gov. Tim Walz is among the supporters heading to Iowa this weekend to stump for Democrat Amy Klobuchar ahead of that state’s caucuses.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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Policast: Old case prosecuted by Klobuchar now under scrutiny; health officials target teen sexual exploitation

On today’s edition, we flag a new investigation into a past case Amy Klobuchar prosecuted in Hennepin County. We also hear about student survey results showing at least 5,000 Minnesota teens have traded sex for something of value.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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The rise of the graphic novel

The rise of the graphic novel

Comics have gone mainstream and broadened way beyond the world of superheroes. What’s behind the trend?
by Chris Farrell and Kelly Gordon

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"We Are the World" recorded 35 years ago this week

“We Are The World” was written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Ritchie, and it was designed to raise money and awareness around a famine in Ethiopia. The song became an immediate hit. It won a Grammy and raised more than $63 million in humanitarian aid for Africa and the United States.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Slightly cooler Tuesday, followed by an impressive warmup

Cooler air returned temperatures across Minnesota back to average Tuesday, but a big warmup is in store by the weekend. Accumulating snow chances remain limited all week.
by Nicole Mitchell

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Marvin Manypenny, Minnesota American Indian activist, dies

Marvin Manypenny, Minnesota American Indian activist, dies

Manypenny is being remembered as a dedicated fighter for tribal sovereignty. He and other activists argued for their cause across the country, testifying about the theft of White Earth Nation lands before a U.S. Senate committee in 1985.
by Jon Collins

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What to know for year two of the Trump tax plan

What to know for year two of the Trump tax plan

Last year's filing season was an adjustment for taxpayers and industry professionals alike as it was the first under a massive overhaul of federal tax law. While this year's season is expected to be more sedate, there are a few tweaks to be aware of.
by The Associated Press

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In Klobuchar's past, questions linger about a teen jailed for life

In Klobuchar's past, questions linger about a teen jailed for life

An Associated Press investigation into the high-profile killing of a girl 17 years ago uncovered new evidence and myriad inconsistencies, raising questions about whether a teen convicted in the case was wrongfully sent to prison.
by Robin McDowell

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Tuesday starting off cooler, with widespread flurries

Minnesota is starting off again with a very low layer of clouds that is producing scattered flurries across the state Tuesday morning. While the flurries should end by late morning, the clouds stick around all day.
by Nicole Mitchell

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January 28. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer.

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McConnell: Republicans do not yet have votes to block witnesses in impeachment trial

McConnell: Republicans do not yet have votes to block witnesses in impeachment trial

But even as McConnell made the concession, the dynamic remains fluid. Whether Democrats' push for witnesses succeeds or falls should will come down to a group of moderate Republicans who have remained open but uncommitted to new witnesses since the start of the trial.
by Bobby Allyn

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Supporters see worker co-ops as way to spread the wealth

Supporters see worker co-ops as way to spread the wealth

There are more than 1,000 active cooperatives in Minnesota. Proponents say it makes the economy more equitable and democratic as wealth disparities in the United States continue to grow.
by Jon Collins

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China reports 25 more virus deaths as U.S. prepares evacuation

China reports 25 more virus deaths as U.S. prepares evacuation

China has reported 25 more deaths from a new viral disease as the U.S. government prepared to evacuate Americans from the city at the center of the outbreak. Authorities reported 24 deaths in Hubei province, where the virus first was detected in December, and one in Beijing, the Chinese capital.
by The Associated Press

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New analysis reveals 'alarming' number of Minnesota teens reporting sexual exploitation

New analysis reveals 'alarming' number of Minnesota teens reporting sexual exploitation

At least 5,000 teens in Minnesota say they’ve traded sex for something of value, according to the triennial Minnesota Student Survey results. Numbers were particularly high among those who’ve been in a juvenile correctional facility or foster care, faced an unstable housing situation or attended an alternative school.
by Matt Sepic

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Kobe helicopter tried to climb to avoid clouds before crash

Kobe helicopter tried to climb to avoid clouds before crash

A federal investigator says the pilot of the helicopter that crashed outside Los Angeles, killing Kobe Bryant and eight others, told air traffic controllers in his last message that he was climbing to avoid a cloud layer.
by The Associated Press

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Lynx star Maya Moore at peace with decision to skip second WNBA season

Lynx star Maya Moore at peace with decision to skip second WNBA season

Maya Moore feels her work isn't finished yet pushing criminal justice reform and will miss her second consecutive WNBA season and the Tokyo Olympics. The Minnesota Lynx star said she isn't ready to retire yet, though.
by The Associated Press

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