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Stories from March 29, 2022

8-hour gap in Trump's Jan. 6 White House phone records

8-hour gap in Trump's Jan. 6 White House phone records

The House panel investigating the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol has identified a roughly 8-hour gap in official White House records of then-President Donald Trump’s phone calls as the violence unfolded and his supporters stormed the building.
by The Associated Press

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2-part storm brings rain, ice and snow to Minnesota into Thursday morning

2-part storm brings rain, ice and snow to Minnesota into Thursday morning

This one is essentially a two-part weather system that will bring moisture to most of Minnesota. Let’s break down the scenario for what we can expect through Thursday with our next weather system.
by Paul Huttner

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Minneapolis kids are finally back in school, with parents sympathetic and grateful

Minneapolis kids are finally back in school, with parents sympathetic and grateful, and the Amir Locke case is now in the hands of prosecutors, weighing potential criminal charges in the shooting by Minneapolis police in February. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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Amir Locke killing: BCA turns investigation over to prosecutors

Amir Locke killing: BCA turns investigation over to prosecutors

The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office on Tuesday confirmed the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension’s probe into the police killing of Locke is in the hands of prosecutors who’ll now review the evidence for possible charges.
by Nina Moini and MPR News Staff

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Anglers can keep one walleye for part of the upcoming Mille Lacs fishing season

Anglers can keep one walleye for part of the upcoming Mille Lacs fishing season

Anglers will be allowed to keep one walleye during parts of the upcoming fishing season on Mille Lacs Lake. The Minnesota DNR has strictly regulated walleye harvest on the popular lake for the past several years to try to boost the fish’s population.
by Dan Kraker

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Exploring what the science says so far on how COVID-19 affects our brains

Exploring what the science says so far on how COVID-19 affects our brains

Early studies have found that COVID-19 can cause long-term damage to our brains, but there’s a lot researchers still don’t know. MPR News host Angela Davis spoke with two researchers who are studying how COVID affects our brains.
by Angela Davis, Samantha Matsumoto and Sarah Gelbard

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Ask us anything about unions

Ask us anything about unions

Union membership has declined across the country for decades but the Minneapolis teachers strike put collective bargaining back in the spotlight. Host Angela Davis talks with a labor economist and a labor historian about the history, role and future of unions. 
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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Bill to dump Russian holdings clears Legislature

Bill to dump Russian holdings clears Legislature

Minnesota would shed any investments in companies or government securities based in Russia and Belarus under a bill approved on a pair of unanimous votes.
by Brian Bakst

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Charges dropped in attempted robbery, assault of elderly woman in St. Paul

Aggravated robbery charges against a 19-year-old Richfield man have been dropped, after authorities said evidence shows he was not in St. Paul when an elderly drug store customer was badly injured in an attempted purse snatching.
by Tim Nelson

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Brace yourself for 'Young Mungo,' a nuanced heartbreaker of a novel

Brace yourself for 'Young Mungo,' a nuanced heartbreaker of a novel

Scottish author Douglas Stuart won the Booker Prize for his debut novel, “Shuggie Bain,” in 2020. His latest work is a suspense story wrapped around a novel of acute psychological observation.
by Maureen Corrigan

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Stone Age brain surgery? It might have been more survivable than you think

Stone Age brain surgery? It might have been more survivable than you think

Medical historian Ira Rutkow points to physical evidence that suggests Stone Age people conducted — and survived — brain surgery. His new book is “Empire of the Scalpel.”
by Dave Davies

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In 'Ancestor Trouble,' Maud Newton wrestles with her family history

In 'Ancestor Trouble,' Maud Newton wrestles with her family history

Maud Newton spent decades researching genealogical records, genetic science, and the cultural history of "ancestor hunger." Her book is also a coming-to-terms with how to face and honor family history.
by Kristen Martin

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Midweek mess on the way: Rain south, ice and snow north

Midweek mess on the way: Rain south, ice and snow north

A windy, milder Tuesday gives way to evening rain. Most will see highs in the 40s. Rain may turn to ice north of the Twin Cities. Snow will fall across northern Minnesota Tuesday night into Wednesday. Warmer air is still on track for the weekend with highs near 50.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Avian flu cases increase in birds

Abby Schuft joins host Cathy Wurzer to discuss the implications of the avian flu outbreak and how chicken owners can keep their flocks safe.
by Cathy Wurzer and Ellen Finn

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In Duluth, schools struggle to bridge city’s long-standing east-west divide

In Duluth, schools struggle to bridge city’s long-standing east-west divide

Over the next several months, MPR News will bring you stories on the radio and on our website that reflect the culture and history of communities in our state. Reporter Dan Kraker tells us about disparities around health, income, housing and education in Duluth and how education can offer a path to close the gap.
by Cathy Wurzer and Dan Kraker

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Hmong Cultural Center reopens its doors

Txongpao Lee is the Hmong Cultural Center’s director. He joins host Cathy Wurzer to talk about the center’s reopening and share the latest updates.
by Cathy Wurzer and Ellen Finn

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UnitedHealth to buy LHC Group for $5.4 billion

UnitedHealth to buy LHC Group for $5.4 billion

UnitedHealth Group is spending about $5.4 billion to delve deeper into home health care with the acquisition of LHC Group.
by The Associated Press

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Avian flu found in more Minn. flocks as federal team joins response

As of Monday night, the flu had been confirmed in five Minnesota poultry flocks. The U.S. Department of Agriculture emergency response team will arrive in Minnesota on Wednesday and will be deployed for at least three weeks. This is an MPR News morning update for Tuesday, March 29, 2022. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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Downtown St. Paul grocery store damaged in overnight fire

Downtown St. Paul grocery store damaged in overnight fire

Fire officials say they believe a fire that caused extensive damage to the exterior of the Lunds & Byerlys grocery store in downtown St. Paul early Tuesday was intentionally set.
by Tim Nelson

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Spring storm brings rain, ice and snow Tuesday night

Spring storm brings rain, ice and snow Tuesday night

Temperatures aren’t as cold to start thanks to cloud cover. Despite the clouds, Tuesday will be warmer, as strong southeast winds blow and warmer air moves in. Rain showers arrive late afternoon with snow northwest and freezing rain potential developing across central Minnesota overnight Tuesday night.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Pride beat Whale to defend women's hockey Isobel Cup title

Evelina Raselli and Taylor Wenczkowski scored 12 seconds apart in the third period, and the Boston Pride won their second consecutive Premier Hockey Federation Isobel Cup championship, beating the Connecticut Whale 4-2.
by The Associated Press

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There's never been such a severe shortage of homes in the U.S. Here's why

There's never been such a severe shortage of homes in the U.S. Here's why

Home prices rose nearly 20 percent last year, in large part because the U.S. is several million homes short of demand. Builders say the pandemic is partly to blame, but the problem goes deeper than that.
by Chris Arnold

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UConn reaches 14th straight Final Four, tops NC State in 2OT

UConn reaches 14th straight Final Four, tops NC State in 2OT

UConn is heading to the women's Final Four for the 14th straight time. The Huskies beat North Carolina State 91-87 in a double-overtime thriller. Paige Bueckers scored 15 of her 27 points in the two extra periods. 
by The Associated Press

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Senior services try to build trust in Minnesota communities they had not served before

Senior services try to build trust in Minnesota communities they had not served before

Organizations that help explain Medicare and find help for caregivers are using speakers in Spanish, Hmong, Somali and other languages more often. The state’s senior population is expected to become more diverse in the coming years.
by Peter Cox

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