Stories from May 2, 2022

Push to arm Ukraine putting strain on US weapons stockpile
The U.S. already has provided about 7,000 Javelins, including some that were delivered during the Trump administration, about one-third of its stockpile, to Ukraine, according to an analysis by Mark Cancian, a senior adviser with the Center for Strategic and International Studies international security program.
Walz says he'll fight for tax rebate checks to Minnesotans as legislative session heads to an end game, and the state is already figuring out how to hand out frontline worker bonuses. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.
Minnesota Senate derails train to Duluth
State Senators voted Monday to prohibit further planning for a proposed passenger rail line between the Twin Cities and Duluth.
With abortion rights facing new restrictions, providers prepare for a potential 'post-Roe' future
While the right to an abortion has been constitutionally protected in Minnesota since 1995 under the Doe v. Gomez court ruling, providers are bracing for a future in which abortion could be drastically restricted. MPR News host Nina Moini on Friday spoke with Dr. Julie Amaon from Just the Pill, a medication abortion provider, on how clinics are preparing.
The number of new Covid cases and hospitalizations are increasing dramatically in Minneapolis.
No Mow May blossoms in Minnesota
Cities across Minnesota are adopting No Mow May to keep pollinators healthy.
The number of new Covid cases and hospitalizations are increasing dramatically in Minneapolis. Dr. Michael Osterholm joined host Cathy Wurzer to sift through the latest news.
How are you reacting to findings of racism in the Minneapolis Police Department?
The Minnesota Department of Human Rights says Minneapolis city and police leaders failed to address racial discrimination in policing. On Monday, MPR News host Angela Davis spoke with a legal expert and civil rights activist about their reactions and what’s next.
“Walter Mondale told the truth, he obeyed the law. He kept the peace. And he took risks. He led the way. He set a high bar. And time after time he kept passing it and raising it, passing it and raising it,” said U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar.
Sun returns Tuesday after cool, gray Monday
Monday will remain cool and mostly cloudy but with lighter winds. Sunshine returns Tuesday and we’ll see consistent warmth develop this week.
Sarah Lancaster is first Asian/Pacific Islander educator to win MN Teacher of the Year
One of 15 children of a Filipino immigrant mother and a much older American father, Sarah Lancaster understands better than most trauma, isolation, and the way schools can serve as a haven. She teaches at Onamia Public Schools, which she attended, to provide that haven for a new generation.
New rent control regulations that are among the strictest in the country take effect Sunday in St. Paul. The measure, which caps rent increases at 3 percent per year, won approval from St. Paul voters in November. This is a morning update from MPR News, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.
 Lawmakers push into final three weeks of session
On the heels of a big agreement last week on refueling the unemployment trust fund and pandemic worker bonuses, top Capitol players are hoping to nail down other deals soon.
In Faribault, one last stand for a battered pre-Civil War house
Gutted on the inside and pressed by encroaching development, time is running out for a southern Minnesota home that may date back to 1855. Rice County officials are making one more attempt to find someone willing to move it.
Clouds linger Monday; brighter and warmer ahead
Cool, cloudy weather will linger for Monday but winds will be lighter. Sunshine gradually breaks out Tuesday with warmer temperatures through the week.
Polanco drives in 4, Twins beat Rays 9-3 for ninth win in 10
Jorge Polanco drove in four runs with a pair of doubles, Carlos Correa had his fourth straight multi-hit game and the Minnesota Twins beat the Tampa Bay Rays 9-3 on Sunday.
Blues-Wild take rivalry to stacked-as-ever 1st-round series
After nudging ahead of the St. Louis Blues by winning their last two games, the Minnesota Wild earned the extra home game in the first round. But facing the Blues right away? Well, that's hardly a reward.
Ryan Hollingshead broke a scoreless tie with a goal in the 82nd minute, José Cifuentes scored in the final minute of full time and Los Angeles FC regained the top spot in the Western Conference with a 2-0 victory over Minnesota United in MLS play on Sunday night.
In this latest selection from the MPR News North Star Journey series, MPR News examines a homeownership gap in St. Cloud, efforts to improve financial literacy and introduces us to the author of a book on whiteness.
In this latest selection from the MPR News North Star Journey series, MPR News examines a homeownership gap in St. Cloud, efforts to improve financial literacy and introduces us to the author of a book on whiteness.