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Stories from January 4, 2023

'I bring a holistic view': Q&A with Dawanna Witt, new Hennepin County sheriff

'I bring a holistic view': Q&A with Dawanna Witt, new Hennepin County sheriff

The first woman and the first Black person to lead the department, Witt’s new role follows a period of deep scrutiny of law enforcement and a year of high crime. What comes next? All Things Considered sat down for a Q&A.
by Emily Bright, Megan Burks and Amy Felegy

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'Happy to be home': Twin Cities residents confront heavy snow, slick streets

'Happy to be home': Twin Cities residents confront heavy snow, slick streets

The Twin Cities and area communities declare snow emergencies as plows begin to clear streets so emergency vehicles, delivery and commuting vehicles can move around. A second day of the winter storm is dumping more than foot in some places in the metro.
by Matt Sepic

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Winter is packing a wallop, snarling roads, cancelling flights and classes, knocking out power

Winter is packing a wallop, snarling roads, cancelling flights and classes, knocking out power, darkening the Guthrie and a host of other events. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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GOP's McCarthy rejected for House speaker — again and again

GOP's McCarthy rejected for House speaker — again and again

House Republicans plowed through the second day of the new Congress, with no clear off-ramp from their political chaos over electing leader Kevin McCarthy as the new speaker. 
by The Associated Press

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Rick Singer, head of the college admissions bribery scandal, gets 42 months in prison

Rick Singer, head of the college admissions bribery scandal, gets 42 months in prison

Prosecutors had sought six years for his role in the scheme to get the children of wealthy parents into universities. He was also ordered to pay more than $19 million in restitution and forfeitures.
by Tovia Smith and Jaclyn Diaz

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'Boys in Blue' shows aftermath of George Floyd on North High School football team

'Boys in Blue' shows aftermath of George Floyd on North High School football team

The four-part documentary series spotlights North Community High School and its football team in North Minneapolis during the 2021 season as the players come of age in the aftermath of the police killing of George Floyd.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gretchen Brown

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Damar Hamlin shows 'signs of improvement,' Buffalo Bills say

Damar Hamlin shows 'signs of improvement,' Buffalo Bills say

The Buffalo Bills safety remains in critical condition after a seemingly routine tackle caused his heart to stop beating. The 24-year-old is expected to remain in intensive care, the team said.
by Emily Olson

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Abortion rights, paid family leave top DFL plans for 2023

Abortion rights, paid family leave top DFL plans for 2023

Democratic leaders at the Capitol on Wednesday unveiled their top priorities for the year and committed to move quickly to advance them.
by Dana Ferguson

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'Bus Stop Mamas' introduces parents to employers with work that fits their busy schedule

'Bus Stop Mamas' introduces parents to employers with work that fits their busy schedule

During the pandemic, women left the workforce at higher rates than men, mostly to stay home and take care of children. Mary Kay Ziniewicz is connecting mothers who need flexibility to take care of their children with work that fits their schedules.
by Melissa Townsend

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Thoughts on treating the rise of substance use disorders, addiction in Minnesota

Thoughts on treating the rise of substance use disorders, addiction in Minnesota

Addiction is at an all-time high in the United States. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with a Minnesota peer support network specifically for nurses struggling with substance use. And we’ll also hear from a group that is working to expand access to treatment using telehealth.
by Angela Davis, Samantha Matsumoto and Nicole Johnson

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Periods of snow continue into Wednesday night; cooler behind the system

Periods of snow continue into Wednesday night; cooler behind the system

Snow showers will continue Wednesday into Wednesday night with additional accumulation. Temperatures will be relatively mild in eastern Minnesota in the 30s while pushing into the teens in northwest Minnesota.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Second day of snow, school closures, tough travel across much of Minnesota

Another round of snow — along with some freezing drizzle — blanketed much of Minnesota overnight and is forecast to continue through the day Wednesday, the second part of a multi-day winter storm to affect the region. The Twin Cities and much of the rest of southern, central and eastern Minnesota may see another 2 to 5 inches of snow on Wednesday, on top of what fell Tuesday. This is a morning MPR News update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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No. 14 Wisconsin holds off late push by Minnesota, 63-60

No. 14 Wisconsin holds off late push by Minnesota, 63-60

Steven Crowl scored 17 points, Chucky Hepburn had 16 and No. 14 Wisconsin held off Minnesota, 63-60, for its sixth straight victory Tuesday night.
by The Associated Press

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U.S., Canada set to face off in junior hockey semifinals

U.S., Canada set to face off in junior hockey semifinals

The United States and Canada face off Wednesday night in another installment of their world junior hockey rivalry, with a trip to the title game on the line.
by The Associated Press

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Mastermind of the Varsity Blues college admission scandal is about to learn his fate

Mastermind of the Varsity Blues college admission scandal is about to learn his fate

Rick Singer pleaded guilty in 2019 to selling what he called "a side door" into top universities. The scheme snared dozens of wealthy clients, from actors to business titans and big-shot lawyers.
by Tovia Smith

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Snow — and travel headaches — keep piling up across much of Minnesota

Snow — and travel headaches — keep piling up across much of Minnesota

Steady light snow continued falling across much of Minnesota on Wednesday, the second part of a multi-day winter storm causing treacherous road conditions across the region — if drivers were even able to dig out their vehicles and reach a cleared road.
by Andrew Krueger

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Meet the new Gen Z state senator aiming to reshape Minnesota politics

Meet the new Gen Z state senator aiming to reshape Minnesota politics

The 2023 legislative session started Tuesday with the swearing-in of Minnesota’s most diverse class of lawmakers, including 25-year-old Zaynab Mohamed, whose campaign started with “a piece of paper and $3,000 in debt.”
by Feven Gerezgiher

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Red Lake considers a future without blood quantum

Red Lake considers a future without blood quantum

A new study finds Red Lake’s population will plunge in coming years under the current rules which are governed by blood quantum. However, changing the rules might also bring about a population explosion.
by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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Delta jet goes partially off taxiway after landing

Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport officials said crews were helping get passengers off the plane after the front of the jet went off the taxiway.
by MPR News Staff

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FDA finalizes rule expanding availability of abortion pills

FDA finalizes rule expanding availability of abortion pills

The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday finalized a rule change that broadens availability of abortion pills to many more pharmacies, including large chains and mail-order companies.
by The Associated Press

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McCarthy fails in marathon votes for speaker, House adjourns

McCarthy fails in marathon votes for speaker, House adjourns

Failing to elect party leader Kevin McCarthy as the new speaker of the House, Republicans adjourned in disarray Tuesday night, ending a raucous first day of the new Congress but hoping to somehow regroup on Wednesday from his historic defeat.
by The Associated Press

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