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Stories from April 27, 2022

State report says Minneapolis police have longstanding racial bias, leadership problems

State report says Minneapolis police have longstanding racial bias, leadership problems. And a 14-year-old boy is being held on $1 million for the sexual assault and murder of a 10-year-old girl in Chippewa Falls. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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Ice-out on Minnesota lakes running 1-2 weeks late

Ice-out on Minnesota lakes running 1-2 weeks late

With more rain and slightly milder temperatures on the way into next week. Expect the ice-out process to accelerate in the weeks ahead. But lakes in northeastern Minnesota may be sporting ice well into May this year.
by Paul Huttner

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Derek Chauvin appeals his conviction for George Floyd's murder

Derek Chauvin appeals his conviction for George Floyd's murder

A year after his conviction, the former Minneapolis police officer is asking a state court to send his case back to Hennepin County; order a new trial elsewhere; or order him to be resentenced.
by Bill Chappell

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Winners announced for 2022 Minnesota Book Awards

Winners announced for 2022 Minnesota Book Awards

Nine titles won Minnesota Book Awards on Tuesday night, in the awards' first in-person celebration in three years.
by MPR News Staff

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MN Human Rights probe finds pattern of racism in Minneapolis Police Department

MN Human Rights probe finds pattern of racism in Minneapolis Police Department

Newly released findings from a nearly two-year state investigation launched after the May 2020 police killing of George Floyd paint a stunning portrait of a police department with a culture of animus toward people of color.
by MPR News Staff

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In Focus: Environmental justice and Minnesota’s climate future

In Focus: Environmental justice and Minnesota’s climate future

MPR News host Twila Dang hosted this virtual discussion exploring some of the meaningful and culturally specific ways environmental justice is being addressed in our state.
by Twila Dang

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Antisemitic incidents reported in Minnesota tripled last year

Antisemitic incidents reported in Minnesota tripled last year

The Anti-Defamation League says reports of antisemitic harassment and vandalism tripled in Minnesota, from 23 in 2020 to 75 last year.
by Matt Sepic

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A bit warmer Wednesday; more rain Thursday, Saturday

A bit warmer Wednesday; more rain Thursday, Saturday

We should see a fair amount of sun, although clouds will increase Wednesday ahead of another round of showers Thursday. More significant rain moves in for the weekend.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Louise Erdrich among 6 finalists for literary Women's Prize

Louise Erdrich among 6 finalists for literary Women's Prize

The 23rd novel by acclaimed American author Louise Erdrich and an adult fiction debut by Trinidadian stand-up comedian Lisa Allen-Agostini are among finalists for the $38,000 Women’s Prize for fiction. 
by The Associated Press

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Clouds increase Wednesday; showers on Thursday

Clouds increase Wednesday; showers on Thursday

Clouds will increase through the day Wednesday and temperatures will remain below normal, but a few degrees warmer. More rain is on the way Thursday and another more significant round Friday night.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Comeback Grizzlies rally again from big deficit for 3-2 lead

Comeback Grizzlies rally again from big deficit for 3-2 lead

The Memphis Grizzlies keep proving that no deficit is too deep to claw their way back to victory. And Ja Morant is getting tired of playing from behind, no matter how good the wins feel.
by The Associated Press

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Last-place Coyotes snap Wild's streak with 5-3 win

Last-place Coyotes snap Wild's streak with 5-3 win

Travis Boyd scored the go-ahead goal, which stood after a long review, and the last-place Arizona Coyotes beat the Minnesota Wild 5-3 to slow their pursuit of home-ice advantage in the first round of the playoffs. 
by The Associated Press

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Police say 10-year-old Wisconsin girl knew her killer after they arrested a juvenile suspect

Police say 10-year-old Wisconsin girl knew her killer after they arrested a juvenile suspect. Also, the state releases a human rights probe of the Minneapolis Police Department today, sparked by the death of George Floyd. This is a morning update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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Hit with $7,146 for two hospital bills, a family sought health care in Mexico

Hit with $7,146 for two hospital bills, a family sought health care in Mexico

A dad's COVID-19 and a mom's fainting spell cost thousands, so when their son dislocated his shoulder, they drove him to Mexicali, where facilities rival those in the U.S., and had him treated for $5.
by Paula Andalo

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MN House passes transportation, state agencies funding bill

MN House passes transportation, state agencies funding bill

The Minnesota House passed a $735 million bill Tuesday that combines supplemental spending for transportation, veterans, state government and pensions.
by Tim Pugmire

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Push to change Minnesota state flag gains traction, faces headwinds

Push to change Minnesota state flag gains traction, faces headwinds

Critics say Minnesota’s state flag, and the state seal it’s based on, are racist relics best left in the past. Efforts to change the design have made some progress at the Capitol this session — but face stiff opposition from supporters of the existing flag.
by Tim Nelson

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U.N. takes step to put veto users under global spotlight

U.N. takes step to put veto users under global spotlight

For the first time, the General Assembly will be required "to hold a debate on the situation" that sparks a veto in the Security Council within 10 working days.
by The Associated Press

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Myanmar court sentences Suu Kyi to 5 years for corruption

Myanmar court sentences Suu Kyi to 5 years for corruption

Her supporters and independent legal experts consider her prosecution an unjust move to discredit Suu Kyi and legitimize the military's 2021 seizure of power.
by The Associated Press

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EXTRA -- Juvenile suspect arrested in Wisconsin girl's death

EXTRA -- Juvenile suspect arrested in Wisconsin girl's death. Also, embattled lawmaker disputes police account of his intervention in an impaired driving traffic stop of a woman he says was his daughter. This is an extra update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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Chippewa Falls police arrest juvenile in killing of 10-year-old girl

At a news conference Tuesday evening, Police Chief Matt Kelm said he's unable to provide details about the suspect, including his age, but said Iliana “Lily” Peters knew her attacker.
by MPR News Staff

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