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Stories from May 2, 2020

A bright Sunday, cooler and not as windy

A bright Sunday, cooler and not as windy

It was a windy and warm Saturday. You’ll see temperatures retreat a bit on Sunday. We have your Sunday forecast details plus a look at the week ahead.
by Ron Trenda

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Photos: Protesters circle Minnesota Capitol to protest stay-at-home order

Photos: Protesters circle Minnesota Capitol to protest stay-at-home order

The sound of car horns echoed around the Minnesota Capitol in St. Paul on Saturday afternoon, part of a protest against Gov. Tim Walz's stay-at-home orders to combat the coronavirus.

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GOP endorses Fischbach to take on Peterson in Minnesota’s 7th District

GOP endorses Fischbach to take on Peterson in Minnesota’s 7th District

Republicans in Minnesota’s 7th Congressional District have endorsed former Lt. Gov. Michelle Fischbach to take on longtime U.S. Rep. Collin Peterson in November. Meanwhile, GOP delegates in the 2nd district endorsed Marine Corps veteran Tyler Kistner.
by David H. Montgomery

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DFL lawmakers condemn GOP senator for golfing during committee meeting

DFL lawmakers condemn GOP senator for golfing during committee meeting

The DFL circulated video clips from Thursday’s Health and Human Service Finance and Policy Committee meeting which show Republican state Sen. Scott Jensen participating remotely from a golf course.
by Tim Pugmire

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As testing increases in Minnesota, number of confirmed COVID-19 cases jumps

Minnesota on Saturday reported 24 more COVID-19 deaths and 498 more confirmed COVID-19 cases. The confirmed death toll in the state since the start of the pandemic is now 395, with 6,228 confirmed cases as the state has ramped up testing. MPR News update for May 2, 2020. Hosted by Emily Bright.

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Jerry Seinfeld on staying home: 'At my dinner table, you're supposed to be funny'

Jerry Seinfeld on staying home: 'At my dinner table, you're supposed to be funny'

The comedian says he's doing well under quarantine. He talked with NPR about comedy during a pandemic and his new Netflix standup special, “23 Hours to Kill.” "Humor is an essential survival quantity."
by Scott Simon and James Doubek

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Two dead in separate shootings in St. Paul; suspects in custody

The first fatal shooting happened at a convenience store along Maryland Avenue East. The second happened about 10 minutes later, after a vehicle crash near the intersection of U.S. Highway 61 and Burns Avenue.
by MPR News Staff

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Breezy, warm and dry today; outdoor burning is not recommended

Warm and dry breezes will be with us Saturday afternoon and early Sunday evening. There’s an enhanced wildfire risk across much of Minnesota. Details on that, plus a look at Sunday and the week ahead.
by Ron Trenda

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Federal judge dismisses parts of U.S. women's soccer team's lawsuit

Federal judge dismisses parts of U.S. women's soccer team's lawsuit

A spokesperson for the U.S. Women's National Team says they'll appeal after a judge dismissed parts of their lawsuit seeking compensation equal to that of their male counterparts. Other claims in the lawsuit will go to trial.
by Franklyn Cater

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A big, complicated family — and their mistakes — in 'All Adults Here'

A big, complicated family — and their mistakes — in 'All Adults Here'

Emma Straub's new novel is about a woman who realizes, at age 68, that there are a lot of things she wishes she'd done differently in her life — and the choices and mistakes that shape her family.
by Scott Simon

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May 2 update on COVID-19 in MN: 24 more deaths, nearly 500 more confirmed cases

May 2 update on COVID-19 in MN: 24 more deaths, nearly 500 more confirmed cases

Minnesota on Saturday reported 24 more COVID-19 deaths and 498 more confirmed COVID-19 cases. The confirmed death toll in the state since the start of the pandemic is now 395, with 6,228 confirmed cases as the state has ramped up testing.
by MPR News Staff

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Breezy and dry; Red flag warning Saturday afternoon

It’ll be a warm and breezy Saturday. Outdoor burning is not recommended, and a Red Flag Warning runs from noon to 7 p.m. in many areas.
by Ron Trenda

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