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Stories from August 1, 2020

A breezy, Septemberish Sunday

Our air-conditioners will get some rest on Sunday. We have the Sunday forecast details, plus a look at the week ahead. Tropical Storm Isaias is expected to regain hurricane strength before it gets closer to the Florida coast on Sunday, and we have the forecast track update.
by Ron Trenda

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Wild's Dumba speaks out against racial injustice as NHL resumes season

Wild's Dumba speaks out against racial injustice as NHL resumes season

Minnesota’s Matt Dumba became the first NHL player to kneel during the U.S. national anthem when he did so before Saturday's opening playoff game. “Racism is everywhere, and we need to fight against it,” he said. “We will fight against injustice. … Hockey is a great game, but it could be a whole lot greater, and it starts with all of us.”

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Negotiators report progress in coronavirus relief talks

Negotiators report progress in coronavirus relief talks

Lawmakers reported progress on a huge coronavirus relief bill Saturday, as political pressure mounts to restore an expired $600-per-week supplemental unemployment benefit and send funding to help schools reopen.
by The Associated Press

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Scientists in Washington state have trapped their first 'murder hornet'

Scientists in Washington state have trapped their first 'murder hornet'

In a move to eliminate so-called “murder hornets” in North America, the Washington State Department of Agriculture is utilizing a new trapping technique. In July, trappers found their first one.
by Christianna Silva

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Opponents of statewide mask mandate rally at Minnesota Capitol

Opponents of statewide mask mandate rally at Minnesota Capitol

A week after Minnesota's face mask mandate took effect, opponents gathered on the grounds of the State Capitol on Saturday to criticize Gov. Tim Walz's executive order.
by Mark Zdechlik

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August begins with more concerning coronavirus trends

Minnesota enters another month of the coronavirus pandemic with hospitalizations on the rise. MPR News update for Aug. 1, 2020. Hosted by Emily Bright. Our theme music is by Gary Meister. 

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Florida braces as Hurricane Isaias heads toward East Coast

Florida braces as Hurricane Isaias heads toward East Coast

Hurricane Isaias is approaching Florida as the state is continuing to battle one of the worst outbreaks of the coronavirus in the nation.
by Wynne Davis

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Comfy Saturday temps; chance of scattered showers and storms

Comfy Saturday temps; chance of scattered showers and storms

Comfortable temps and humidities are with us as August begins. Some areas will also see some scattered showers and thunderstorms. Details on that, plus a look at Sunday and the week ahead.
by Ron Trenda

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Biden nears final decision on running mate

Biden nears final decision on running mate

As Joe Biden nears the announcement of his vice presidential choice, the top contenders and their advocates are making final appeals.
by The Associated Press

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Aug. 1 update on COVID-19 in MN: August begins with more concerning virus trends

Aug. 1 update on COVID-19 in MN: August begins with more concerning virus trends

Minnesota enters another month of the coronavirus pandemic with cases and hospitalizations on the rise. The number of people hospitalized with COVID-19 in Minnesota rose to 317 in Saturday’s report — the highest level in more than a month.
by MPR News Staff

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Photos: Living tree bridges in a land of clouds

Photos: Living tree bridges in a land of clouds

In the Indian state of Meghalaya, one of the wettest places on Earth, villagers are separated by rivers and valleys. To stay connected, they coax tree roots to grow together into living bridges.
by Prasenjeet Yadav

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