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Stories from October 2, 2022

Mild temps through Wednesday, then chilly air moves in

Mild temps through Wednesday, then chilly air moves in

Our mild temps will continue for a few more days, then chilly weather and frost potential return late in the week. We have details on that, plus a look at who could see some Monday showers. The fall color map has also been updated.
by Ron Trenda

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Tigers beat young Woods Richardson, sloppy Twins 5-2

Tigers beat young Woods Richardson, sloppy Twins 5-2

Woods Richardson made his big league debut five days after turning 22 years old, making him the youngest pitcher in the majors this season. The Twins’ defense did him no favors at the start, committing three errors in the first inning.
by The Associated Press

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Minnesota United fall to San Jose, 2-0

Despite the loss, the Loons can still make the playoffs with a win against the Vancouver Whitecaps next Sunday at Allianz Field.
by The Associated Press

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Ukraine presses on with counteroffensive; Russia uses drones

Ukraine presses on with counteroffensive; Russia uses drones

Russia has attacked the Ukrainian president’s hometown with suicide drones. This comes as Ukraine has pushed ahead with its counteroffensive that has embarrassed the Kremlin.
by The Associated Press

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Amber Alert for missing Wisconsin teen canceled

Wisconsin authorities canceled an Amber Alert for Kryssy King. Trevor Blackburn is still being sought.
by MPR News Staff

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Photos: Thousands take part in 40th running of Twin Cities Marathon

Photos: Thousands take part in 40th running of Twin Cities Marathon

On Sunday, thousands of people ran, walked and wheeled their way through Minneapolis and St. Paul during the 40th running of the Twin Cities Marathon. Photojournalist Stephen Maturen photographed scenes from around the 26.2-mile route for MPR News.
by MPR News Staff

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Mild temps through Wednesday, then chilly

Mild temps through Wednesday, then chilly

We enjoyed great weather for Sunday’s Twin Cities Marathon. Mild temps will continue for several more days. We have details on that, plus who could see some rain the next couple of days. We also have a fall color update for leaf-peepers.
by Ron Trenda

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3 people dead in Hermantown, Minn., small plane crash

3 people dead in Hermantown, Minn., small plane crash

The control tower at Duluth International Airport lost radar contact with the Cessna shortly before midnight.
by Peter Cox

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Lawsuit from former UMN student alleging rape by Chinese billionaire settled

Lawsuit from former UMN student alleging rape by Chinese billionaire settled

Richard Liu was potentially liable for both compensatory and punitive damages. In a joint statement released by attorneys, the parties called the incident "a misunderstanding that has consumed substantial public attention and brought profound suffering to the parties and their families."
by Jon Collins

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What you need to know about Brazil's presidential election

As one of the world's largest democracies heads to the polls on Sunday, here are the main candidates and issues in the Brazilian election.
by Carrie Kahn

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Pleasant Sunday temps; shower chances highest in northern, central Minnesota

The weather is pleasant for today’s Twin Cities Marathon. We have an update on the mild Sunday temps plus a look at which areas could see a shower. We also have a fall color update.
by Ron Trenda

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