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Stories from March 1, 2021

Happy meteorological spring; winter stats update

Happy meteorological spring; winter stats update

Meteorological winter was milder than average overall, with near-average snowfall.
by Paul Huttner

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Lifelong educator, Miguel Cardona, confirmed as education secretary

Lifelong educator, Miguel Cardona, confirmed as education secretary

The former fourth grade teacher, principal and state education commissioner will take the reins at the U.S. Department of Education as the fight intensifies over school reopening.
by Cory Turner

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Some MN school districts will bring older learners back later than Walz wanted

Some MN school districts will bring older learners back later than Walz wanted

Minnesota’s three largest districts have announced plans to return middle and high school students to in-person learning. But many students won’t transition to new in-person schedules until after spring break. 
by Elizabeth Shockman

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First George Floyd trial faces major court test, just days before it is poised to start

The first George Floyd trial faces its first major court test, just days before it is poised to start, as the state’s Court of Appeals weighs the charges against a former police officer. This is an evening news update from Minnesota Public Radio, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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Minn. Senate panel approves medical cannabis smoking

Minn. Senate panel approves medical cannabis smoking

State lawmakers remain divided on whether to legalize cannabis, but there’s movement on a separate bill to allow patients in the medical cannabis program to smoke marijuana.
by Tim Pugmire

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Could a single-dose of COVID-19 vaccine after illness stretch the supply?

Could a single-dose of COVID-19 vaccine after illness stretch the supply?

People who have been sick with COVID-19 may need only one dose of the normally two-shot vaccines. If that became policy it could extend vaccine supplies, but logistical challenges are daunting.
by Richard Harris

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The fight for voting rights

The fight for voting rights

The Supreme Court takes up the national battle over voting restrictions this week. Here’s what you need to know.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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Common insecticide widespread in Minnesota deer herd

Common insecticide widespread in Minnesota deer herd

Researchers have found a commonly used insecticide in two thirds of the white tailed deer spleens collected from across Minnesota. It’s still unclear what the health effects on deer in the wild might be.
by Dan Gunderson

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WHO: 'Premature,' 'unrealistic' COVID-19 will end soon

WHO: 'Premature,' 'unrealistic' COVID-19 will end soon

A senior World Health Organization official said Monday it was “premature” and “unrealistic” to think the pandemic might be stopped by the end of the year, but that the recent arrival of effective vaccines could at least help dramatically reduce hospitalizations and death.
by The Associated Press

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Minneapolis nixes 'social media influencer' plan during Chauvin trial

Minneapolis nixes 'social media influencer' plan during Chauvin trial

Minneapolis city officials on Monday canceled plans to hire so-called "social media influencers" to disseminate official information during the trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin.
by Matt Sepic

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#AskMPRNews: How will MPR News cover the trial of Derek Chauvin?

#AskMPRNews: How will MPR News cover the trial of Derek Chauvin?

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with the newsroom’s deputy managing editor Nancy Lebens about coverage of George Floyd’s killing and the upcoming trial of Derek Chauvin.  
by Angela Davis

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Ep. 12: Bourbon, burgers and... Yoga! (Trust us, it works.)

Ep. 12: Bourbon, burgers and... Yoga! (Trust us, it works.)

We have found the only other thing besides the weather that Minnesotans love, love, love to talk about: Burgers! Join us as we launch the first rounds of voting in The Great Minnesota Burger Bracket. You’ll also hear from Handsome Hog’s executive chef about operating during the pandemic and learn some neat trivia with yoga teachers.
by Nina Moini, Sean McPherson and Tiffany Hanssen

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So you’re vaccinated — now what?

So you’re vaccinated — now what?

As the COVID-19 vaccination rate ticks upward, many people are wondering if it’s safe to see their families or if they should continue to wear masks. Two experts shared their tools for understanding the science and assessing risks.
by Kerri Miller and Marcheta Fornoff

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How fast are oceans rising? The answer may be in century-old shipping logs

How fast are oceans rising? The answer may be in century-old shipping logs

A century ago, the shipping industry recorded the daily ebb and flow of tides. Now, those records are becoming crucial for forecasting how fast sea levels are rising in a warming climate.
by Lauren Sommer

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Bright and cool Monday, much milder temps the rest of this week

This first day of meteorological spring will be bright but chilly. Temperatures will rebound Tuesday and we’ll put together a stretch of mild days this week. We have your forecast details, plus a look at just how cold it was in February.
by Ron Trenda

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How inequity gets built into America’s vaccination system

How inequity gets built into America’s vaccination system

People eligible for the coronavirus vaccine say they are running up against barriers that are designed into the very systems meant to serve those most at risk of dying of the disease.

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Date of Chauvin trial lies in higher court decision

Whether the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin starts next week as scheduled hinges on whatever decision emerges from a state Court of Appeals hearing Monday afternoon. Prosecutors want the appeals court to reinstate a third-degree murder charge against Chauvin, who is already facing second-degree unintentional murder and second-degree manslaughter charges in the killing of George Floyd. This is an MPR News morning update for Monday, Mar. 1, 2021. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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Tide turns on Minnesota legislative session

Tide turns on Minnesota legislative session

A more than 180-degree turn in the state’s finances will reshuffle debate over a new state budget. Here is a nuts-and-bolts look at the Minnesota Legislature for this week.
by Brian Bakst

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Will Chauvin trial start next week? Answer lies in higher court decision 

Will Chauvin trial start next week? Answer lies in higher court decision 

A state court of appeals is deciding whether to reinstate a third-degree murder charge against the former Minneapolis officer charged in George Floyd’s killing. Its ruling will determine whether Derek Chauvin’s trial begins March 8 as planned.
by Jon Collins

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600 Highwaymen create theater with two audience members and a phone

600 Highwaymen create theater with two audience members and a phone

The Walker Art Center is presenting “A Thousand Ways,” which provides an experience many people have missed during the pandemic: a meaningful encounter with a stranger.
by Euan Kerr

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Irv Cross, NFL player and TV sports pioneer, dies at 81

Irv Cross, NFL player and TV sports pioneer, dies at 81

Irv Cross, the former NFL defensive back who became the first Black man to work full-time as a sports analyst on national television, died Sunday in Minnesota. He was 81.
by The Associated Press

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CDC panel endorses Johnson & Johnson's one-dose COVID-19 vaccine

CDC panel endorses Johnson & Johnson's one-dose COVID-19 vaccine

A panel of experts that advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has given its blessing to a new one-shot vaccine for COVID-19. The move comes one day after the Food and Drug Administration authorized the vaccine for emergency use.
by Nell Greenfieldboyce

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Cool first day of meteorological spring

Cool first day of meteorological spring

We could see some flakes early Monday morning, then we’ll start a dry stretch. We have details on that, plus a look at temps for this week and beyond.
by Ron Trenda

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