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Stories from September 21, 2020

Mpls. aims to speed cleanup months after unrest in wake of Floyd's killing

Mpls. aims to speed cleanup months after unrest in wake of Floyd's killing

City staff identified 16 properties apparently in need of the aid, most of them along Lake Street. Officials hope around $2 million will fill the gap between cleanup costs and insurance coverage.
by Nina Moini

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As U.S. nears 200,000 dead, hospital staff reflect on those lost

As U.S. nears 200,000 dead, hospital staff reflect on those lost

Front-line workers in Houston, Seattle and New York City tell NPR about their experiences in hospitals over the last six months. "2020 can't keep going like this," one doctor says.
by James Doubek

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Fall sports get a do-over in Minnesota high schools

Fall sports get a do-over in Minnesota high schools as high school league reverses plan to move them to spring and start next week. This is an MPR News evening update hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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In a 'Coast-To-Coast Roast,' Colin Quinn finds humor in the state we're in

In a 'Coast-To-Coast Roast,' Colin Quinn finds humor in the state we're in

As a veteran stand-up comedian, Quinn has spent decades on the road, performing in 47 out of the 50 states he now affectionately eviscerates in his new book, “Overstated.”
by Elizabeth Blair

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Cuban American judge from Florida on Trump high court list

Cuban American judge from Florida on Trump high court list

Barbara Lagoa is a daughter of Cuban exiles who grew up in a heavily Hispanic suburb of Miami and has had a swift rise as a lawyer and judge — and she is on President Donald Trump’s short list to replace Ruth Bader Ginsburg on the U.S. Supreme Court. 
by The Associated Press

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Warm and smoky with a thunder chance

Smoke aloft again Monday. Isolated thundershowers possible.
by Paul Huttner

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How to work from home without hurting your back or losing focus 

How to work from home without hurting your back or losing focus 

More than six months ago, many of us had to scramble to create a home office. We're either working from a desk, dining room table, couch, or maybe even our bed. And the distractions that come with working from home can make it harder to do our job. Two experts explained why an ergonomically correct workstation is important and offered tips on being productive at home. 
by Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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What will the Supreme Court look like without Justice Ginsburg?

What will the Supreme Court look like without Justice Ginsburg?

Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death left a vacancy on the Supreme Court and a lot of questions about what will happen to her seat. Two guests discussed her legacy and potential scenarios of what might happen next. 
by Kerri Miller, Marcheta Fornoff and Kelly Gordon

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Trump's TikTok deal: What just happened and why does it matter?

Trump's TikTok deal: What just happened and why does it matter?

President Trump is claiming victory after blessing a deal in which Oracle and Walmart will own a stake of TikTok, but experts wonder whether the terms of the agreement will really change anything.
by Bobby Allyn

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Minnesota high school football, volleyball OK'd for fall seasons

Minnesota high school football, volleyball OK'd for fall seasons

The Minnesota State High School League in August decided to postpone those seasons due to COVID-19 but changed course on Monday. Both seasons are expected to start Sept. 28, with an 11-week season for volleyball, and a 10-week season for football.
by Tim Nelson and The Associated Press

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Wild rice growers worry about climate change hurting crops

Wild rice growers worry about climate change hurting crops

With its rich, nutty and complex flavor, the wild rice that grows in Wisconsin and Minnesota is one of a kind. While many tribal and nontribal people are enjoying their annual pilgrimages to their favorite rice wetlands, others are concerned about the effects of climate change on this unique crop.
by The Associated Press

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As summer ends, fall starts off warm

Summer ends and fall begins with above average temperatures that last the entire week.  Meanwhile, rain chances stay sparse.
by Nicole Mitchell

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Trump to make court pick by Saturday, before Ginsburg burial

Trump to make court pick by Saturday, before Ginsburg burial

Trump told “Fox & Friends” on Monday that he had a list of five finalists, “probably four,” and that he is pushing for a confirmation vote before Election Day. 
by The Associated Press

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A warm last day of summer

The last full day of summer stays very mild, with mostly sunny and breezy conditions.
by Nicole Mitchell

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Record daily increase in COVID-19 cases

Minnesota health officials reported more than 2,200 newly confirmed COVID-19 cases over the weekend — including a single-day record increase of 1,318 cases in Sunday’s report, pushing the state's total past 90,000. This is an MPR News morning update for Monday, September 21, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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How bad has the pandemic been for childhood vaccinations?

How bad has the pandemic been for childhood vaccinations?

The betterment of childhood vaccination rates has been a global success story. A new report on the impact of the pandemic offers reason for concern — and optimism.
by Nurith Aizenman and Marc Silver

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The future of the Affordable Care Act in a Supreme Court without Ginsburg

The future of the Affordable Care Act in a Supreme Court without Ginsburg

The death of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg comes just as the Supreme Court was about to hear a case challenging the ACA. It could end Medicaid expansion and protections for preexisting conditions.
by Julie Rovner

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St. Paul families gain rent relief in pandemic-battered economy

St. Paul families gain rent relief in pandemic-battered economy

A St. Paul housing assistance program started before the pandemic is keeping some families in their homes, and officials want to know if it could help in ways that other housing assistance does not.
by Nina Moini

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What to do with ‘46 pounds of zucchini'? First-time gardeners discover canning

What to do with ‘46 pounds of zucchini'? First-time gardeners discover canning

A revival of the old-time skill has led to a canning supply shortage in Minnesota and across the country. The normally dusty canning sections at big-box stores are almost completely bare.
by Jon Collins

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'Schitt's Creek' sweeps comedy categories; 'Succession,' 'Watchmen' also win top Emmy Awards

'Schitt's Creek' sweeps comedy categories; 'Succession,' 'Watchmen' also win top Emmy Awards

“Schitt's Creek,” the little Canadian show about a fish-out-of-water family, made history at Sunday's Emmy Awards with a comedy awards sweep, something even TV greats including “Frasier” and “Modern Family” failed to achieve.
by The Associated Press

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