Stories from July 24, 2022

Monkeypox explained: How to protect yourself and what to watch out for
The World Health Organization has declared monkeypox a public health emergency of global concern. From how it spreads to preventive measures, here's what you need to know about the disease.
Comfortable temps this week; heat returns next weekend
Northwesterly winds delivered refreshing, comfortable air on Sunday. We take a look at the week ahead and the prospect of heat returning next weekend.
Long wait for Kaat, Oliva ends with Baseball Hall of Fame induction
Former Twins Tony Oliva, Jim Kaat and David Ortiz were inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday. For former teammates Oliva and Kaat, the honor caps storied careers in their beloved game.
The pope arrives in Canada as Indigenous groups seek a full apology
Pope Francis began a visit to Canada on Sunday to apologize to Indigenous peoples for abuses at residential schools, part of the the Catholic Church's efforts to reconcile with Native communities.
Minnesota Aurora's inaugural season comes to a close
The Minnesota Aurora's first USL W League season ended in heartbreak last night with a championship loss to South Georgia Tormenta FC, 2-1.
A pleasant, breezy Sunday; no hot days this week
Comfortable temps and dew points will stay with us today and Monday. We take a look at the week ahead, including our next chance of rain. The Saturday rainfall map shows who had the soaking rains this weekend.
The Fed's mission improbable: Beating inflation without causing a recession
Inflation is sky high. The Federal Reserve wants to bring it back to earth without crashing the economy. But achieving a so-called "soft landing" and avoiding a recession is easier said than done.
A breezy and drier Sunday
We won’t have much weather drama this Sunday. Temps will be a bit below average, and it’ll be breezy. We have details on who may see a shower.
Rescue groups begin work to rehome 4,000 beagles bred for research
The beagles were bred by the company Envigo for pharmaceutical research and testing, but conditions at the facility were found to be inhumane. Now the dogs are starting journeys toward forever homes.
State proposes stricter air emissions permit for Water Gremlin
The MPCA has drafted an amended five-year air permit for Water Gremlin that would impose more stringent limits on emissions from its facility in White Bear Township, and impose more requirements for monitoring and record-keeping.