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Stories from July 23, 2020

Capitol fence to go soon; Columbus statue to stay in storage

Capitol fence to go soon; Columbus statue to stay in storage

The security fence went up during the unrest after George Floyd’s killing in May. The Christopher Columbus statue was torn down last month, but there are no quick plans to reinstall it.
by Brian Bakst

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Citing virus, Trump calls off Florida segment of GOP National Convention

Citing virus, Trump calls off Florida segment of GOP National Convention

President Donald Trump says he has canceled the bulk of the Republican National Convention scheduled for Florida next month, citing a “flare-up” of the coronavirus. Trump’s formal renomination will still go forward in North Carolina.
by The Associated Press

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Walz signs police accountability bill

Gov. Tim Walz signed a police accountability bill into law Thursday that includes a ban on neck restraints like the one that was used on George Floyd before his death in Minneapolis. The bill, passed by the Legislature earlier this week, also bans chokeholds and so-called warrior-style training, which critics say promotes excessive force. It imposes a duty to intercede on officers who see a colleague using excessive force. This is an MPR News evening update for Thursday, July 23, 2020. Hosted by Britta Greene. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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Another COVID-19 ripple effect: Crowded lakes cause conflict

Another COVID-19 ripple effect: Crowded lakes cause conflict

The effects of COVID-19 are showing up on the lakes of Otter Tail County, where the sheriff’s department water patrol is having a busy summer. With vacations canceled and travel at a minimum, people are staying close to home — and more boats on the water have meant more complaints about noise, and trespassing on private beaches.
by Dan Gunderson

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Florida sets yet another coronavirus record: 173 deaths in a day

Florida sets yet another coronavirus record: 173 deaths in a day

The coronavirus has gripped Florida with a surging caseload. Now the state has set a single-day record of deaths with 173. State officials are reminding people to wear masks and socially distance.
by Greg Allen

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Minnesota's mask mandate: Your questions answered

Minnesota's mask mandate: Your questions answered

What questions do you have about the mask mandate? Have you been wearing a mask indoors already? What are you seeing in your community when it comes to wearing masks? Our experts answered your questions.
by Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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How long will immunity to the coronavirus last?

How long will immunity to the coronavirus last?

Recent studies have raised fears that immunity to the coronavirus might be fleeting, thus making potential vaccines ineffective. The reality of the science is more complex — and more reassuring.
by Richard Harris

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In Wisconsin, more mailed votes and more rejected votes

In Wisconsin, more mailed votes and more rejected votes

Voters there missed the fine print and the elections staff was overwhelmed. As November nears, a by-mail vote surge — due to virus safety — will spotlight the ballot counting in other presidential battleground states with slim voting margins.

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Weekend forecast: Steamy; thunderstorm chances both days

Temperatures and dew points ramp up this weekend. Some areas will also see some scattered thunderstorms at times. We have your weekend forecast details.
by Ron Trenda

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Judge orders Michael Cohen to be released from prison

Judge orders Michael Cohen to be released from prison

A judge has ordered the release from prison of President Donald Trump's former personal lawyer, saying he believes the government retaliated against him for writing a book about Trump.
by The Associated Press

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The joy and health benefits of gardening

The joy and health benefits of gardening

Gardens and plants — both indoors and outdoors — provide both physical rewards in the form of flowers and vegetables and mental ones like wellness. Two guests discuss the joy of gardening, especially during a pandemic.
by Kerri Miller and Breann Schossow

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Rochester project helps grieving students 'take off the mask and be real'

Rochester project helps grieving students 'take off the mask and be real'

For those who have suffered loss, there can be a tendency to put on a happy face for family, friends and colleagues. Grief can be especially hard for children and teens, because they may not have peers who can relate.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Temperatures and storm chances are on the rise

A changing weather pattern will increase the heat, humidity, and chances for storms as we head toward the weekend.
by Nicole Mitchell

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AP-NORC poll: 3 in 4 Americans back requiring wearing masks

AP-NORC poll: 3 in 4 Americans back requiring wearing masks

Support for requiring masks is overwhelming among Democrats, at 89 percent, but 58 percent of Republicans are in favor as well. The poll was conducted before President Donald Trump, who for months was dismissive of masks, said this week that it's patriotic to wear one.
by The Associated Press

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Think fantasy is kid stuff? Try 'Trouble the Saints'

Think fantasy is kid stuff? Try 'Trouble the Saints'

Alaya Dawn Johnson's new novel is set in New York on the eve of World War II, in a world where a few lucky (well, not that lucky) people are gifted with "saints' hands," that give them strange skills.
by Danny Lore

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1.4 million seek jobless aid, first increase since March

1.4 million seek jobless aid, first increase since March

The number of laid-off Americans seeking unemployment benefits rose last week for the first time since the pandemic struck in March, evidence of the deepening economic pain the outbreak is causing to the economy.
by The Associated Press

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Gov. Walz signs police accountability bill into law

Gov. Walz signs police accountability bill into law

Gov. Tim Walz signed a police accountability bill into law Thursday that includes a ban on neck restraints like the one that was used on George Floyd before his death in Minneapolis.
by The Associated Press

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Former Minneapolis officer charged in Floyd case also charged with tax fraud

Prosecutors allege Derek Chauvin and his estranged wife Kellie Chauvin underreported their income by almost half a million dollars between 2014 and 2019. The couple didn’t file taxes at all for several years. MPR News morning update for July 23, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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Temperatures start to rise again Thursday

A shift in the weather pattern means an increase in temperatures and humidity Thursday, and part of the state could see storms later in the day.
by Nicole Mitchell

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Mayor of Portland, Ore., tear gassed by federal agents

Mayor of Portland, Ore., tear gassed by federal agents

The mayor of Portland, Ore., was tear gassed by the U.S. government late Wednesday as he stood at a fence guarding a federal courthouse during another night of protest against the presence of federal agents sent by President Donald Trump to quell unrest in the city.
by The Associated Press

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White House drops payroll tax cut as GOP unveils virus aid

White House drops payroll tax cut as GOP unveils virus aid

The White House has dropped a bid to cut Social Security payroll taxes as Republicans unveil a $1 trillion COVID-19 rescue package on Thursday, ceding to opposition to the idea among top Senate allies.
by The Associated Press

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Can masks save us from more lockdowns? Here's what the science says

Can masks save us from more lockdowns? Here's what the science says

How can communities stop coronavirus case surges without crushing the economy? Some scientists say widespread mask wearing may be more than a helpful precaution — it may be the solution.
by Nurith Aizenman

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How decision to resume school might affect Minnesota’s communities of color

How decision to resume school might affect Minnesota’s communities of color

Minnesota officials have told schools to prepare for three different scenarios for resuming classes in the fall. None of these options is an ideal choice for most students. And the reality for students of color is likely to have a disproportionate impact on their health, families and education.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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MIT's Sherry Turkle on technology and empathy during — and after — the pandemic

MIT's Sherry Turkle on technology and empathy during — and after — the pandemic

With the COVID-19 pandemic underway, and a lot more of our lives lived in the digital world, Sherry Turkle was invited by the American Academy of Arts and Sciences to share her insights on this world that seems turned upside down.
by MPR News Staff

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