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Stories from May 19, 2020

Republican Senate candidate sues Walz over COVID-19 restrictions

Republican Senate candidate sues Walz over COVID-19 restrictions

U.S. Senate candidate Jason Lewis, a Republican, sued Gov. Tim Walz over the state’s coronavirus restrictions. Lewis argues the curbs violate his right to campaign as he wishes.
by Brian Bakst

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My 'decision to make': Trump defends criticized use of drug

My 'decision to make': Trump defends criticized use of drug

President Trump is emphatically defending himself against criticism from medical experts that his announced use of a malaria drug against the coronavirus could spark wide misuse by Americans. 
by The Associated Press

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What is the future of cities?

What is the future of cities?

As COVID-19 makes density a danger, we look at what's in store for cities.
by Greg Rosalsky

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Older Minnesotans sheltering at home need help, volunteers step up

Older Minnesotans sheltering at home need help, volunteers step up

Because the new coronavirus is especially dangerous for older adults and those with underlying health conditions, the need for services for those stuck in their homes has increased. Several nonprofits say more volunteers have come forward.
by Peter Cox

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Minnesota lawmakers have unfinished business

Minnesota lawmakers have unfinished business

The 2020 Minnesota legislative regular session ended on Sunday. The pandemic made its work more difficult,and lawmakers are expected to return in June for a special session. MPR political reporter Brian Bakst tells us what was accomplished and what wasn’t.
by Angela Davis and Brian Bakst

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Canterbury Park prepares for unusual horse racing season

Minnesota’s horse racing tracks are gearing up for an unusual season this year. They will have to pare back operations and try to reach fans remotely but are still hoping to run dozens of races.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Labor commissioner on workplace safety as more Minn. businesses reopen

MPR News host Cathy Wurzer talked with Minnesota Dept. of Labor and Industry Commissioner Nancy Leppink for more on workplace protections in the pandemic.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Should students gamble on college this fall?

Should students gamble on college this fall?

Given the tanking economy, the price tag of many degrees and the likelihood of changes in the campus experience, is college still worth it?
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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For cancer patients, anguish grows over deferred surgery as risk rises

For cancer patients, anguish grows over deferred surgery as risk rises

With states starting to reopen, bans on "nonessential" surgeries are beginning to lift, too. But there's a huge backlog of cases that have only gotten more urgent and heartbreaking for many patients.
by Yuki Noguchi

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'She could be a voice for other people': Annie Glenn, widow of Sen. John Glenn and communications advocate, dies at 100

'She could be a voice for other people': Annie Glenn, widow of Sen. John Glenn and communications advocate, dies at 100

Annie Glenn, the widow of astronaut and U.S. Sen. John Glenn and a communication disorders advocate, died Tuesday of complications from COVID-19. She was 100. Her daughter, Lyn, talked about her mother with MPR News host Cathy Wurzer.
by Cathy Wurzer and The Associated Press

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Daily dose of sweetness: All you need is a lovELY cake

Daily dose of sweetness: All you need is a lovELY cake

Ely resident Susan Laine has been celebrating essential workers by spreading a sweet message of love. “They need to be celebrated, they need to have love, people need to know that everybody has their back right now,” she said.
by Nancy Yang

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Highs of 80 finally arrive, later than normal

Much of Minnesota has a chance to hit 80 degrees this week, which is late in the season to see that spring milestone. More showers and storms return late this week.
by Nicole Mitchell

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Northern Minnesota stays the hot spot of the state Tuesday

Cloud cover in southern Minnesota keep temperatures slightly below average, while warm, dry and sunny conditions in northern Minnesota raise the fire risk again.
by Nicole Mitchell

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Flags in Minnesota at half-staff to remember lives lost to COVID-19

Gov. Walz has ordered flags to fly at half-staff on Tuesday, and on the 19th of every month through 2020. MPR News morning update for May 19, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music in this episode from Blue Dot Sessions – Open Flames & Li Fonte.

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Sprinklers contain fire in St. Paul high-rise

Sprinklers contain fire in St. Paul high-rise

Hundreds of people were evacuated, but some residents who could not use the stairs were left in place, due to what the building's governing board told residents was serious damage to the elevators.
by Tim Nelson and Nancy Lebens

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'Kindergartners are huggers': A teacher stays connected in a virtual classroom

'Kindergartners are huggers': A teacher stays connected in a virtual classroom

Minnesota schools will end the year with students and teachers separated. For many teachers, losing physical contact with students is the hardest part of distance learning. Moorhead kindergarten teacher Karla Brewster talked about maintaining relationships with students in a time of distance learning.
by Dan Gunderson

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May 19 update on COVID-19 in MN: 748 deaths; plan coming Wednesday for bars, eateries

May 19 update on COVID-19 in MN: 748 deaths; plan coming Wednesday for bars, eateries

The newest counts come as officials prepare to unveil a phase-in plan that would let people back into bars, restaurants and other public gathering places. That plan is set to be released Wednesday.
by MPR News Staff

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In a pandemic, technology helps tribe reconnect with Dakota language

In a pandemic, technology helps tribe reconnect with Dakota language

Members of the Prairie Island Indian Community say there’s a silver lining for their heritage in this chaotic time. By moving Dakota language classes online, they are attracting more tribe members than ever. 
by Catharine Richert

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Apple store shoppers to have temperatures taken, must wear face coverings

Apple store shoppers to have temperatures taken, must wear face coverings

About 100 Apple stores, or about a fifth of the tech giant's worldwide retail locations, are now open, including storefronts in Alabama, Florida, California and Washington state.
by Bobby Allyn

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