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Stories from January 30, 2021

Finalists announced for 2021 Minnesota Book Awards

The field of finalists is set for the 2021 Minnesota Book Awards. The winners will be announced at a online ceremony on April 29.
by MPR News Staff

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As Wisconsin Sen. Ron Johnson weighs future, Trump ties take a toll

As Wisconsin Sen. Ron Johnson weighs future, Trump ties take a toll

Observers note that Wisconsin Sen. Ron Johnson, who is weighing whether to run for a third term in 2022, has often behaved like a senator from a solidly red state. But November's election demonstrated that Wisconsin is anything but.
by The Associated Press

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Promising COVID-19 vaccine news has some itching to travel again

Promising COVID-19 vaccine news has some itching to travel again

"People are tired of being at home," one travel advisor says as an industry decimated by the pandemic begins to see small signs that a recovery might be on the way.
by David Schaper

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In Iowa, a GOP stalwart becomes a casualty in party war

In Iowa, a GOP stalwart becomes a casualty in party war

Years of anti-abortion rights advocacy and devout party organizing didn’t shield the Republican Party chair of one Iowa county from retribution, after he said President Donald Trump should be impeached for his role in the deadly Capitol riot.
by The Associated Press

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CDC issues sweeping new mask mandate for public transit in U.S., extends eviction moratorium

CDC issues sweeping new mask mandate for public transit in U.S., extends eviction moratorium

The new travel order will require passengers to wear face coverings on nearly all forms of public transportation, including airplanes, ships, ferries, trains, subways, buses, taxis and ride-shares.
by Jason Breslow

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'She Persisted,' now in chapter book form, brings history to life

'She Persisted,' now in chapter book form, brings history to life

Chelsea Clinton has turned her “She Persisted” series of picture books into a new series of chapter books, written by prominent kids' authors. The new books really take readers inside historical lives.
by Juanita Giles

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Jan. 30 update on COVID-19 in MN: Trends look good, but new strains worrisome

Jan. 30 update on COVID-19 in MN: Trends look good, but new strains worrisome

Intensive care cases are at a four-month low in Minnesota, and the percentage of tests coming back positive is down to levels not seen since early July. But as the COVID-19 picture brightens heading into February, some warn the state isn’t out of the woods yet.
by MPR News Staff

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Areas of freezing drizzle, then some snow

Be ready for some icy spots on untreated roads and sidewalks today. Then we’ll see some snow. We have your weekend forecast details.
by Ron Trenda

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Ask a Bookseller: A kids' graphic novel series — with unicorns

Ask a Bookseller: A kids' graphic novel series — with unicorns

Theresa Woodward of CatTale’s Books and Gifts in Brainerd, Minn., recommends “Phoebe and her Unicorn” graphic novel series, which she has been loving reading with her 6-year-old daughter, Phoebe.
by Emily Bright

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Greater Minnesota cities outline top legislative priorities

Greater Minnesota cities outline top legislative priorities

Communities across Minnesota are asking state lawmakers for more support for child care, housing, water infrastructure and aid to local governments this legislative session as smaller municipalities continue to navigate the economic fallout of the pandemic.
by The Associated Press

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