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Stories from June 10, 2020

Minnesota protesters pull down Columbus statue at Capitol

Minnesota protesters pull down Columbus statue at Capitol

Protesters in Minnesota pulled down a statue of Christopher Columbus outside the State Capitol Wednesday amid continuing anger over the police killing of George Floyd. The protesters threw a rope around the 10-foot bronze statue and pulled it off its stone pedestal. 
by The Associated Press and MPR News Staff

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Minneapolis police chief to pull out of union negotiations

Minneapolis Police Chief Medaria Arradondo announced Wednesday that the city aims to withdraw from negotiations over the police union’s contract, but labor law experts say it’s not within the city’s authority, and would likely trigger a court battle. Community activists have long pointed to the Police Officers Federation of Minneapolis as an obstacle to reform within the department. The union’s contract, which governs wages, benefits and work rules, has provisions that make it difficult for many firings of police officers to stick, Arradondo said. This is an MPR News evening update for Wednesday, June 10, 2020. Hosted by Tim Nelson and Britta Greene. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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Minneapolis police chief to pull out of union negotiations

Minneapolis police chief to pull out of union negotiations

Minneapolis Police Chief Medaria Arradondo announced Wednesday that the city aims to withdraw from negotiations over the police union’s contract, but labor law experts say it’s not within the city’s authority, and would likely trigger a court battle.
by Jon Collins

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Fraternal Order of Police president: 'We all agree that we need to have some reform'

Fraternal Order of Police president: 'We all agree that we need to have some reform'

Patrick Yoes, who leads the nation's largest police union, says his responsibility is to ensure "quality law enforcement" nationwide. Critics, however, say police unions are stifling reform.
by Christianna Silva

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Supreme Court upholds Minneapolis sick time ordinance

Supreme Court upholds Minneapolis sick time ordinance

The state Supreme Court rejected an appeal by the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce and upheld a requirement for paid sick leave for employees in Minneapolis, even those who work for businesses based outside of the city.
by David H. Montgomery

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Policing is an 'avatar of American racism,' Marshall Project journalist says

Policing is an 'avatar of American racism,' Marshall Project journalist says

The conversations since George Floyd's death have felt different, journalist Jamiles Lartey says: There's less of the "few bad apples" argument and much more of the "What is wrong with this system?"
by Terry Gross

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The Fed helped companies borrow money. Some laid off thousands anyway

The Fed helped companies borrow money. Some laid off thousands anyway

Companies can borrow money from the Federal Reserve under its new lending programs. It's been good for the stock market, but the central bank's effort to help the economy has had lopsided results.
by Jim Zarroli

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Ex-judge says push to dismiss Flynn case is abuse of power

Ex-judge says push to dismiss Flynn case is abuse of power

A former federal judge appointed to review the Justice Department’s motion to dismiss criminal charges against President Donald Trump’s former national security adviser Michael Flynn said there was evidence of a “gross abuse” of prosecutorial power and that the request should be denied.
by The Associated Press

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This is how I feel: A playlist by young black listeners

This is how I feel: A playlist by young black listeners

Music has always been a vital part of protest and social justice. We asked our young Black listeners: Is there one song that's helping you address your feelings right now?
by Suraya Mohamed

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'Street medics' fight COVID-19 and tend to protesters' wounds

'Street medics' fight COVID-19 and tend to protesters' wounds

Off-duty nurses, security guards, ambulance workers and others have joined protests against racism and police brutality to work as medics. "When we see suffering, that's where we go," says one.
by LJ Dawson

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Walz calls special session on police accountability, bonding

Walz calls special session on police accountability, bonding

On the eve of the start of a special legislative session, Gov. Tim Walz and fellow Democrats in the state Legislature proposed a wide-ranging set of measures designed to overhaul policing in the wake of killing of George Floyd.
by MPR News Staff

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'Please listen': George Floyd's brother testifies in House Judiciary hearing

'Please listen': George Floyd's brother testifies in House Judiciary hearing

In wrenching testimony before a House panel Wednesday, George Floyd's younger brother Philonise told committee members, "By speaking to you today, maybe I can make sure his life was not in vain.”
by Brian Naylor and Kelsey Snell

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Floyd killing: Chief vows changes to put police on 'right side of history'

Floyd killing: Chief vows changes to put police on 'right side of history'

Among his first steps, Chief Medaria Arradondo said he is withdrawing from contract talks with the police union and will seek changes on issues of force, the role of supervisors and how officers are disciplined.
by MPR News Staff

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Mall of America reopens with limited number of shoppers

Mall of America reopens with limited number of shoppers

The nation’s largest shopping mall reopens Wednesday after being closed for three months because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Officials say the vast shopping and entertainment complex is ready to start a new era of socially distant shopping.
by Matt Sepic

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Blustery and much cooler Wednesday; pleasant beginning Thursday

Blustery and much cooler Wednesday; pleasant beginning Thursday

A blustery northwest wind will bring Minnesota a windy and much cooler day Wednesday. Widely scattered showers will linger mainly during the morning. Pleasant summer days will return to the weather menu on Thursday.
by Bill Endersen

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Missouri woman prompts Merriam-Webster to redefine 'racism'

Merriam-Webster is revising its definition of racism after a Missouri woman's emails claimed it fell short of including the systemic oppression of certain groups of people.
by The Associated Press

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More restrictions loosen in Minnesota

Restaurants, health clubs and other indoor venues can reopen Wednesday at reduced capacity. This is an MPR News morning update for June 10, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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Windy and much cooler Wednesday; pleasant summer days ahead

Windy and much cooler Wednesday; pleasant summer days ahead

Wednesday will be windy and much cooler with lingering widely scattered showers. Pleasant summer weather will return on Thursday and stay with us through the weekend. Next week looks like it will see the return of heat and humidity.
by Bill Endersen

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For June, 3 romances where sisterhood is the secret ingredient

For June, 3 romances where sisterhood is the secret ingredient

Obviously, the the romantic relationship is at the center of any romance novel — but this month, we're bringing you three books where relationships between female friends are almost as important.
by Maya Rodale

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Long Prairie beef processor among latest swept by COVID-19, despite significant prevention

Long Prairie beef processor among latest swept by COVID-19, despite significant prevention

The sharp rise in cases demonstrates how difficult it is to prevent the spread of a highly contagious disease amid the crowded quarters of a meatpacking plant — and in the wider community.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Pressure mounts to rename Army bases that honor Confederate officers

Pressure mounts to rename Army bases that honor Confederate officers

Many U.S. military bases in the South are named after Confederate offcers. Now protests over the treatment of African Americans are prompting a new call to change those names.
by Tom Bowman

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Restaurants, other businesses cautiously ready to let customers in

Restaurants, other businesses cautiously ready to let customers in

Restaurants and other businesses can open up to indoor service Wednesday for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic shut down much of the economy in March. Some say they’re keeping expectations modest, knowing many customers will be cautious about going out.
by Mark Zdechlik

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How to be a white ally and practice anti-racism

How to be a white ally and practice anti-racism

It isn’t about what you say or post on social media. It’s about how you act. That’s the message many black leaders are delivering in essays and in interviews in the wake of George Floyd’s killing about what it means to be an ally.
by Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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'There is no neutral': 'Nice white people' can still be complicit in a racist society

'There is no neutral': 'Nice white people' can still be complicit in a racist society

“White Fragility” author Robin DiAngelo says that the status quo in the United States is racism, and for white people, that's comfortable. "We've got to start making it uncomfortable," she says.
by Ari Shapiro

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