Stories from September 3, 2022

We've started a weather winning streak
Is it too much to ask for nice weather over an entire three-day Labor Day weekend? Not at all. We have your holiday weekend forecast plus a look at the week ahead.
17 states weigh adopting California's electric car mandate
Seventeen states that tie their vehicle emission standards to rules established in California must decide whether to follow that state’s strict new rules. The legal ground is a bit murkier in Minnesota, where the state’s “Clean Cars” rule has been the subject of a legal fight.
A pleasant Labor Day weekend
You’ll need sunglasses this holiday weekend, but air conditioning is optional. We have the weekend forecast details, plus a look at the week ahead.
Abreu drives in winning run in 9th, ChiSox beat Twins 4-3
Jose Abreu drove in the winning run when he grounded into a force out in the ninth inning after Minnesota closer Jorge López hit Andrew Vaughn to ignite a heated confrontation, and the Chicago White Sox beat the Twins 4-3.
You’ll need your sunglasses this weekend, but not your umbrella. We have the forecast details.
Making a more accessible fair experience
The Minnesota State Fair is a different experience for everyone. There is no denying it is loud, overcrowded and anxiety-inducing but if you’re autistic, it can be even more nerve-wracking. Jillian Nelson of the Autism Society of Minnesota took MPR News on a tour of the fair through the lens of an autistic person.
Serena Williams loses to Ajla Tomljanovic in U.S. Open farewell
The 23-time Grand Slam champion staved off five match points to prolong the three-hours-plus proceedings, but could not do more, and was eliminated from the U.S. Open in the third round.