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Stories from March 14, 2022

Appeals court overturns Minneapolis minimum policing ruling

Appeals court overturns Minneapolis minimum policing ruling

A three-judge panel says while the charter requires the City Council to "continuously fund" a police force of a minimum size, there is "no clear duty under the charter for the mayor to continuously employ" that minimum number.
by Matt Sepic

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Minneapolis mayor rolls out new policy for search warrants in wake of Amir Locke death

Minneapolis mayor rolls out new policy for search warrants in wake of Amir Locke death, and the city’s teacher strike enters a second week. This is an evening update from MRP News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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Still no deal at State Capitol to prevent business tax increases

Still no deal at State Capitol to prevent business tax increases

Legislative leaders met for an hour with Gov. Tim Walz Monday but still couldn’t reach a deal on refilling the state’s unemployment trust fund and repaying a debt to the federal government. State officials say Tuesday is the deadline to act on the depleted trust fund, and that taxes will go up on businesses without a deal.
by Tim Pugmire

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Frey announces new search warrant policy in Minneapolis

Frey announces new search warrant policy in Minneapolis

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey rolled out his proposal for a new policy for serving search warrants in the city, which includes a 20-second entry pause for daytime warrants and 30-second waits for nighttime searches, as well as use of additional ballistic protection.
by Tim Nelson

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The war in Ukraine and learning from Minnesotans who survived past wars

The war in Ukraine and learning from Minnesotans who survived past wars

What can we learn about the effects of the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Ukraine from Minnesotans who fled war and torture? Guest host Chris Farrell speaks with a Ukrainian in Minnesota watching as the war destroys his homeland, the president of Refugees International and two therapists who help people recover from the trauma of war.
by Chris Farrell, Sarah Gelbard and Maja Beckstrom

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High gas prices present another hurdle in bringing workers back to the office

High gas prices present another hurdle in bringing workers back to the office

Gas prices have soared just as workers who have been remote for two years return to their commutes. Some are asking for companies to wait until prices come down to bring people back.
by Andrea Hsu

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Former Minnesota exchange student shares update on war from his home in Lviv, Ukraine

Former Minnesota exchange student shares update on war from his home in Lviv, Ukraine

Eight years ago, Roman Polishchuk was an exchange student at Hastings High School. Currently, he is the head of sales for the American company Join It, living and working in Lviv — a major city on the western side of Ukraine. Polishchuk joined host Cathy Wurzer to talk about his experience over the last two weeks living through the war that is unfolding in his home country.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lindsay Guentzel

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Twin Cities author and podcast host named USA Today's Woman of the Year

Twin Cities author and podcast host named USA Today's Woman of the Year

She's no stranger to television and radio but a Twin Cities mother, activist, author and Emmy Award-winning comedian added another title to her already-packed resume over the weekend. She can now call herself Woman of the Year.
by Cathy Wurzer and Simone Cazares

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U.S. astronaut to ride Russian spacecraft home during tensions

U.S. astronaut to ride Russian spacecraft home during tensions

NASA insists Mark Vande Hei's homecoming plans at the end of the month remain unchanged in the midst of deepening tensions between the countries. Vande Hei on Tuesday will break the U.S. single spaceflight record of 340 days.
by The Associated Press

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Minnesota names reveal our connections, struggles for inclusion

Minnesota names reveal our connections, struggles for inclusion

In the first installment of MPR News’ series North Star Journey, editor Brandt Williams considers the power of changing and saying names from Bde Maka Ska to George Floyd.
by Brandt Williams

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New Prague officials say they can’t find evidence of alleged racist taunt at prep basketball game

School officials in New Prague say independent investigators have reviewed video of a February basketball game that allegedly included racist taunts against a visiting team, and say they don't believe the taunts happened.
by Tim Nelson

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Slush Monday morning with sunshine by late afternoon; near 50 Tuesday

Slush Monday morning with sunshine by late afternoon; near 50 Tuesday

Snow and light rain showers are moving across central Minnesota into western Wisconsin Monday morning. Some spots north of the Twin Cities could see up to 2 to 3 inches of snowfall.
by Sven Sundgaard

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No deal in sight to end Minneapolis teachers' strike as new school week looms

Negotiators met for hours on Saturday and Sunday, but the two sides remain far apart when it comes to reaching an agreement to end the strike. This is an MPR News morning update for Monday, March 14, 2022. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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Drizzle and snow showers Monday morning; first 50 Tuesday

Drizzle and snow showers Monday morning; first 50 Tuesday

An area of snow showers and drizzle is moving across central Minnesota through the morning hours Monday. Portions of central Minnesota will see up to 2 to 3 inches of snow.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Roman Josi gets 2 goals for Predators in 6-2 win over Wild

Roman Josi gets 2 goals for Predators in 6-2 win over Wild

Roman Josi scored twice to establish a career high with 17 goals for Nashville. He led the Predators past Minnesota 6-2 to spoil the start of a franchise-record nine-game homestand for the Wild.
by The Associated Press

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Amarilla leads Minnesota United past Red Bulls 1-0

Luis Amarilla scored an all-important goal while Dayne St. Clair stopped the six shots he faced as Minnesota United earned a 1-0 victory over the New York Red Bulls. United improved to 1-0-2 following the victory and the Red Bulls dropped to 2-1-0.
by The Associated Press

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Russia keeps up attacks in Ukraine as two sides hold talks

Russia keeps up attacks in Ukraine as two sides hold talks

Ukrainian presidential aide Mykhailo Podolyak tweeted a photo of the two sides meeting by video link on Monday but said the talks had ended for the day and would resume Tuesday. 
by The Associated Press

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Unprecedented campaign kicks off for open CD1 seat

Unprecedented campaign kicks off for open CD1 seat

Tuesday is the deadline for candidates to file for an election this summer for the congressional seat left open by the death of Republican U.S. Rep. Jim Hagedorn. The unusual circumstances mean there will be one election in August to fill out the remainder of Hagedorn’s term and another in November for a two-year term in a newly drawn district.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Surplus steals show, but borrowing plan still in Capitol mix

Surplus steals show, but borrowing plan still in Capitol mix

Minnesota’s sizable surplus is driving the discussion at the state Capitol, but a borrowing plan for construction projects will enter the conversation before long.
by Brian Bakst

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Tom Brady is coming out of NFL retirement and will return to the Bucs

Tom Brady is coming out of NFL retirement and will return to the Bucs

Before the retirement party confetti even had a chance to settle, the quarterback said he's unretiring. He'll return to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for his 23rd NFL season.
by Emma Bowman

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