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Stories from September 6, 2020

Fascism scholar says U.S. is 'losing its democratic status'

Fascism scholar says U.S. is 'losing its democratic status'

Yale professor Jason Stanley wrote the book “How Fascism Works: The Politics of Us and Them.” He talked with NPR about defining fascism and how conspiracy theories play a part.
by Christianna Silva and James Doubek

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From summer to autumn; much cooler on Labor Day

It was a summery Sunday, now get ready for some fall-like weather. We have details on that, plus a look at which areas have the best chance of rain on Labor Day. By the way, there is a winter storm watch for the Denver area late Monday night and Tuesday!
by Ron Trenda

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'But do I love you?': Tips for homebound declutterers

'But do I love you?': Tips for homebound declutterers

“Inheriting Clutter” author Julie Hall says more people are looking to declutter the home they're stuck in due to the pandemic. She says generational attachments to stuff can complicate the cleanup.
by Emma Bowman

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Judge orders Census Bureau to temporarily halt winding down operations

Judge orders Census Bureau to temporarily halt winding down operations

The U.S. Census Bureau for now must stop following a plan that would have it winding down operations in order to finish the 2020 census at the end of September, according to a federal judge's order.
by The Associated Press

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Sept. 6 update on COVID-19 in MN: Confirmed cases climb past 80,000

Sept. 6 update on COVID-19 in MN: Confirmed cases climb past 80,000

Minnesota’s confirmed COVID-19 case count climbed past 80,000 on Sunday, amid warnings from state health officials to stay vigilant about safety guidelines during Labor Day weekend gatherings.
by MPR News Staff

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Summery but windy today; much cooler on Labor Day

Summery but windy today; much cooler on Labor Day

It feels like summer today, but Labor Day will be much cooler. Winds will really pick up this afternoon and some areas have wind advisories. We have details on all that plus a look at the week ahead.
by Ron Trenda

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Source: Adrian Peterson agrees to 1-year deal with Detroit Lions

Source: Adrian Peterson agrees to 1-year deal with Detroit Lions

Former Minnesota Vikings star running back Adrian Peterson has agreed to a one-year contract with the Detroit Lions, a person with knowledge of the deal told the Associated Press.
by The Associated Press

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Widened by erosion, iconic Mississippi headwaters to undergo restoration work

Widened by erosion, iconic Mississippi headwaters to undergo restoration work

More than half a million people visit the headwaters of the Mississippi River at Itasca State Park every year, most stepping along the path of stones to cross the river at its humble beginnings. Over decades, those many feet have eroded the shoreline.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Portland protests not abating after 100 days

Portland protests not abating after 100 days

Hundreds of people gathered for rallies and marches against police violence and racial injustice Saturday night in Portland, Ore., as nightly demonstrations that have happened for 100 days since George Floyd was killed showed no signs of ceasing.
by The Associated Press

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A summery Sunday as winds pick up

Thunderstorms rumbled through overnight, now we’re ready for quieter weather. Our Sunday will feel very summery, but you’ll notice the winds pick up.
by Ron Trenda

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California avoids major power outages as wildfires rage

California avoids major power outages as wildfires rage

Rescuers in military helicopters airlifted 207 people to safety after an explosive wildfire trapped them in a popular camping area in California’s Sierra National Forest, one of dozens of fires burning Sunday amid record-breaking temperatures that strained the state’s electrical grid and for a time threatened power outages for millions. 
by The Associated Press

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Getting lost in a good book — literally — in 'Kind of a Big Deal'

Getting lost in a good book — literally — in 'Kind of a Big Deal'

In Shannon Hale's new novel, a former child actor — who's finding her teen years challenging after a failed audition — discovers that she can physically enter books and become part of their stories.
by Alethea Kontis

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