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Stories from March 27, 2021

Saturday snow recap for the north; bright and dry on Sunday

Saturday snow recap for the north; bright and dry on Sunday

Parts of northeastern Minnesota saw several inches of new snow on Saturday. We have details on that, plus a look at our pleasant Sunday forecast and the temperature gyrations that are on tap for the coming week.
by Ron Trenda

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More ice anglers leave behind more trash on frozen Minnesota lakes

More ice anglers leave behind more trash on frozen Minnesota lakes

This past winter, the pandemic spurred many Minnesotans to head out on frozen lakes in pursuit of socially distanced recreation — and a few fish, if they were lucky. On some lakes, the uptick in ice fishing meant more litter left behind.
by Kirsti Marohn

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As daily deaths near 4,000, worst may lie ahead for Brazil

As daily deaths near 4,000, worst may lie ahead for Brazil

Brazil currently accounts for one-quarter of the entire world’s daily COVID-19 deaths, far more than any other single nation, and health experts are warning that the nation is on the verge of even greater calamity.
by The Associated Press

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The sting that cuts through numbness: Horseradish on pandemic Passover tables

The sting that cuts through numbness: Horseradish on pandemic Passover tables

Horseradish will be on many Seder tables for the start of Passover, symbolizing the bitterness ancient Hebrews experienced during slavery in Egypt. Harshness and pain isn't a feeling many people need much help accessing right now, on this second pandemic Passover.
by Deena Prichep

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Ask a Bookseller: Part memoir, part home redecorating saga

Ask a Bookseller: Part memoir, part home redecorating saga

The book Sandy Koropp of Prairie Path Books in Wheaton, Ill., is "crazy about right now" is part memoir, part home redecorating saga.
by Emily Bright

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Duluth NAACP calls for end to 'racially disproportionate policing' 

Duluth NAACP calls for end to 'racially disproportionate policing' 

The Duluth chapter of the NAACP has issued a series of demands to the city’s police force, accusing the police of racially discriminatory policing that has led to disproportionate arrests and use of force incidents involving people of color. The city says it’s committed to making change.
by Dan Kraker

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Saturday showers, wintry mix in northeastern Minn.; plenty of Sunday sunshine

Saturday showers, wintry mix in northeastern Minn.; plenty of Sunday sunshine

Sunday will be the best weekend day for outdoor activities. We have an update on our Saturday rain, with snow or a wintry mix in northeastern Minnesota. We also take a peek at lake ice-out dates.
by Ron Trenda

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Myanmar forces kill dozens in deadliest day since coup

Myanmar forces kill dozens in deadliest day since coup

As Myanmar’s military celebrated the annual Armed Forces Day holiday with a parade Saturday in the country's capital, soldiers and police elsewhere reportedly killed dozens of people as they suppressed protests in the deadliest day since last month's coup.
by The Associated Press

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New attempts planned to free huge vessel stuck in Suez Canal

New attempts planned to free huge vessel stuck in Suez Canal

A giant container ship remained stuck sideways in Egypt’s Suez Canal for a fifth day Saturday, as authorities prepared to make new attempts to free the vessel and reopen a crucial east-west waterway for global shipping.
by The Associated Press

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Police: 2 dead, 8 wounded in Virginia Beach oceanfront shootings

A pair of overnight shootings along the beachfront in Virginia Beach left two people dead and eight wounded in a scene described by authorities on Saturday as “very chaotic.”
by The Associated Press

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March 27 update on COVID-19 in MN: Record daily increase in vaccinations as cases also climb

March 27 update on COVID-19 in MN: Record daily increase in vaccinations as cases also climb

As new COVID-19 cases continue to climb, there’s a race to get Minnesotans vaccinated quickly. There was encouraging news on Saturday, as officials reported 77,715 more vaccine doses administered — the highest single-day total yet.
by MPR News Staff

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How Black players propelled Cleveland's baseball team to win the 1948 World Series

How Black players propelled Cleveland's baseball team to win the 1948 World Series

In 1948, Cleveland's baseball team won the World Series. It wouldn't have made it without the team's first two Black players, and the team owner's willingness to hire them, says author Luke Epplin.
by Scott Simon

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Richards' hat trick puts Minnesota in NWHL finals

Richards' hat trick puts Minnesota in NWHL finals

Audra Richards had a hat trick with an assist, Amanda Leveille made 44 saves and the Minnesota Whitecaps rolled to a 7-0 victory over the Connecticut Whale in the NWHL semifinals on Friday night.
by The Associated Press

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The courtroom, the jurors, the community and the start of the trial

A criminal trial carried live breaks tradition as attorneys prepare to deliver opening statements on Monday. Also, a series of healing events aims to help people who continue to experience trauma that some expect will be heightened by exposure to the details of George Floyd’s killing last May.
by Nina Moini

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Week 3 of Chauvin trial: A special edition of Minnesota Today

A criminal trial carried live breaks tradition as attorneys prepare to deliver opening statements on Monday. Also, a series of healing events aims to help people who continue to experience trauma that some expect will be heightened by exposure to the details of George Floyd’s killing last May. This is a special edition of Minnesota Today for March 27, 2021. Hosted by Nina Moini. Music by Gary Meister.

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How to find a COVID-19 vaccine in Minnesota

How to find a COVID-19 vaccine in Minnesota

As of March 30, anyone 16 and older is eligible to be vaccinated for COVID-19 in Minnesota. But the process of finding a vaccine can be confusing, and there are a lot of options. Here's what you need to know about the many ways to sign up for vaccination in Minnesota — and what to consider for each.
by Dan Kraker

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