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Stories from May 24, 2021

Prosecutor on Wright's case resigns, citing 'vitriol'

Prosecutor on Wright's case resigns, citing 'vitriol'

A prosecutor who was handling the case against a former suburban Minneapolis police officer charged in the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright has resigned, saying “vitriol” and “partisan politics” have made it hard to pursue justice.
by The Associated Press

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‘We cannot stop’: Families of victims push for police reform

‘We cannot stop’: Families of victims push for police reform

On the eve of the anniversary of George Floyd’s killing, those who have lost loved ones to police killings around the country came to Minneapolis to call for changes to federal and state laws.
by Jon Collins

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Grassroots effort to halt gun violence takes to the streets in Minneapolis

Grassroots effort to halt gun violence takes to the streets in Minneapolis and the world prepares to mark the year since George Floyd died. This is an evening update from MPR news, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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Spectacular weather through Tuesday; much colder by Wednesday

Most of Minnesota is enjoying spectacular weather early this week. Temperatures Monday afternoon have reached the 80s once again across much of Minnesota under bright blue skies and strong late May sunshine.
by Paul Huttner

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Floyd's death laid bare the 'Minnesota Paradox' of racism

Floyd's death laid bare the 'Minnesota Paradox' of racism

George Floyd's death under a white Minneapolis police officer's knee severely tarnished Minnesota's reputation as a progressive state on matters of race. Many Black residents say it was never deserved in the first place.
by The Associated Press

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Complaints of racism, bullying in central Minn. school district prompt calls for change

Complaints of racism, bullying in central Minn. school district prompt calls for change

The Rocori School District is doing some soul-searching after reports that students of color have been targets of racist bullying. The district’s school board is meeting Monday night to develop an action plan.
by Kirsti Marohn

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'70s music journalism gets an overdue rewrite in debut novel 'Opal & Nev'

'70s music journalism gets an overdue rewrite in debut novel 'Opal & Nev'

Dawnie Walton's novel is a faux oral history about an interracial rock duo. Opal is a Black proto Afro-punk singer from Detroit, and Nev is a goofy white British singer-songwriter.
by Terry Gross

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What the rise of Amazon has to do with the rise of Trump

What the rise of Amazon has to do with the rise of Trump

The new book “Fulfillment,” by Alec MacGillis, looks at America's economic history — as well as its future — through the lens of Amazon.
by Danielle Kurtzleben

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Capturing history: One year covering the George Floyd story

At the one-year anniversary of George Floyd’s murder, MPR Morning Edition's Cathy Wurzer brings together MPR News journalists in a virtual conversation to discuss their experiences covering the story from the beginning.
by Cathy Wurzer, Laura Yuen, Brandt Williams and Evan Frost

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No more masks? 

No more masks? 

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention surprised everyone by issuing guidance in mid-May that those fully vaccinated against COVID-19 no longer need to wear masks. Did they make that recommendation too soon?
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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In SE Minn., legal dispute over an old cemetery raises questions about who owns the past

In SE Minn., legal dispute over an old cemetery raises questions about who owns the past

An old cemetery, an out-of-state company and a legal quagmire: It may sound like the plot of a Nancy Drew mystery, but it's actually a peculiar legal situation playing out in a remote corner of southeastern Minnesota.
by Catharine Richert

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Special report: Host Angela Davis explores how George Floyd changed us

Special report: Host Angela Davis explores how George Floyd changed us

As we mark a year since George Floyd’s murder in Minneapolis, host Angela Davis reflects on how he changed us — a special broadcast heard on public radio stations across the country.
by Angela Davis and Megan Burks

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Meditation coach, beekeeper, prosecutor: Meet the man who helped convict Derek Chauvin

Meditation coach, beekeeper, prosecutor: Meet the man who helped convict Derek Chauvin

Jerry Blackwell became known worldwide as the lawyer who opened the case against Derek Chauvin and then shut it. As he returns to his quiet, eclectic life, he spoke with MPR News about the trial and why it was so personal.
by Riham Feshir

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Duluth records 1st homicide of year; suspect arrested

A 22-year-old man who was shot in Duluth has died, police said Sunday. A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of second-degree murder, WDIO-TV reported.
by The Associated Press

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Parts of Minnesota see another humid and stormy day

Most of Minnesota sees another warm and humid day Monday, with a risk for strong storms in eastern and southern portions of the state.
by Nicole Mitchell

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A century after the race massacre, Tulsa confronts its bloody past

A century after the race massacre, Tulsa confronts its bloody past

Survivors and their descendants say confronting the truth of the Tulsa Race Massacre is essential in the nation's struggle to confront racial injustice and violence against Black people.
by Debbie Elliott and Marisa Peñaloza

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Families of children hit by gunfire in Minneapolis plead for community to turn in those responsible

Family members of three children struck by gunfire in Minneapolis in recent weeks joined city leaders Sunday for an urgent, renewed push for the arrest of those responsible. That includes a $30,000 reward now being offered by the Minneapolis business community for information leading to arrests in those shootings — $10,000 for each case. This is an MPR News morning update for Monday, May 24, 2021. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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After a wild ride of a year, Forest Lake high school takes prom to the park

After a wild ride of a year, Forest Lake high school takes prom to the park

COVID-19 restrictions prompted Forest Lake Area High School to plan a prom outside the box. Instead of a dance in the gymnasium, they rented out an amusement park — Nickelodeon Universe at the Mall of America.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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May 24 update on COVID-19 in MN: Active cases falling; no new deaths

May 24 update on COVID-19 in MN: Active cases falling; no new deaths

Monday’s COVID-19 data is packed with more signs the pandemic is in retreat. Active cases are down to their lowest level in mid-September, and the vaccination pace is starting to show some traction again.
by MPR News Staff

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Melting snow usually means water for the West. But this year, it might not be enough

Melting snow usually means water for the West. But this year, it might not be enough

Much of the West is in extreme drought, and a good spring snowmelt could bring relief. But drought and the warming climate make that less likely, putting the water supply for millions of people at risk.
by Michael Elizabeth Sakas

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Hundreds rally in Minneapolis to remember George Floyd, push for reforms

Hundreds rally in Minneapolis to remember George Floyd, push for reforms

Members of George Floyd’s family, and others who lost loved ones to police encounters, joined activists and residents in Minneapolis on Sunday for a rally that was one of several events planned nationwide to mark the one-year anniversary of Floyd’s murder.
by The Associated Press and MPR News Staff

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