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Stories from January 25, 2023

White Bear Lake officer shot 3 times by suspect who has history of mental illness

A White Bear Lake police officer remains hospitalized in stable condition after he was shot Tuesday while trying to serve an arrest warrant. Daniel L. Holmgren Jr., 33, is jailed on suspicion of attempted murder.
by Matt Sepic

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Meta allows Donald Trump back on Facebook and Instagram

Meta allows Donald Trump back on Facebook and Instagram

The social media company is letting a two-year ban, imposed after Trump supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol, expire.
by Shannon Bond

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5 Minnesota chefs make the cut as 2023 James Beard Award semifinalists

5 Minnesota chefs make the cut as 2023 James Beard Award semifinalists

Four chefs are in the running for best in the Midwest, including Yia Vang of Union Hmong Kitchen in Minneapolis. Twin Cities chef Shawn McKenzie of Café Cerés received the state’s only national nod.
by Max Sparber

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White Bear Lake police officer shot while making an arrest

A White Bear Lake police officer is in stable condition at a hospital this afternoon after being shot three times while trying to arrest a man last night. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Nina Moini. Music by Gary Meister.

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More than Walz checks: A deeper dive into the governor’s budget

More than Walz checks: A deeper dive into the governor’s budget

There’s lots in the new budget Gov. Tim Walz put forward for Minnesota, including funding for post-COVID care and spurring teacher recruitment. Not all of it will attract the same level of attention.
by Brian Bakst

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10 climate lessons we’ve learned in 10 years of Climate Cast

10 climate lessons we’ve learned in 10 years of Climate Cast

Climate Cast celebrates its 10th anniversary this month. How have climate science, news and solutions evolved since Climate Cast debuted in 2013? This special takes a glance back and a look forward with an expert panel of climate scientists and communicators.
by Paul Huttner, Kelly Gordon and Nicole Johnson

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Hurts, Mahomes and Vikings' Jefferson among AP NFL MVP finalists

Hurts, Mahomes and Vikings' Jefferson among AP NFL MVP finalists

Justin Jefferson led the NFL with 128 catches and 1,809 yards receiving in his third season with the Minnesota Vikings. Jefferson was one of two unanimous choices for AP All-Pro along with Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce.
by The Associated Press

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More than 16 million people bought insurance on Healthcare.gov, a record high

More than 16 million people bought insurance on Healthcare.gov, a record high

During the latest open enrollment for Obamacare, a record number of people signed up for private health insurance. Now the Biden administration has to pivot to helping people who are at risk of losing Medicaid.
by Selena Simmons-Duffin

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Pope Francis says homosexuality is not a crime in a new interview

Pope Francis says homosexuality is not a crime in a new interview

He stressed that lack of charity with one another is a sin and added that the Catholic Church should work to put an end to laws in some countries that criminalize homosexuality.
by Sylvia Poggioli

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Food fraud defendant to forfeit Kenya apartment, resort property in plea deal

Food fraud defendant to forfeit Kenya apartment, resort property in plea deal

A defendant in the Feeding Our Future investigation on Tuesday agreed to surrender two properties in Kenya that he bought with stolen taxpayer money as well as a boat and a pickup truck. Liban Yasin Alishire, 43, of Brooklyn Park pleaded guilty to federal charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering.
by Matt Sepic

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Two snowfalls, falling temps; deep freeze weekend

Two snowfalls, falling temps; deep freeze weekend

We’ll have on and off snow showers Wednesday with winds increasing to 10-20 mph from the northwest. Wednesday night will be colder with temps dropping into the single digits and subzero north.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Walz proposes checks for up to $2,600 based on income, family size

Gov. Tim Walz presented the last piece of his $65.2 billion state spending plan Tuesday, including sending back part of the state’s budget surplus to taxpayers and reducing, but not eliminating, the tax on Social Security income. This is a morning MPR News update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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Warroad High hockey phenom shreds record, sets sights on NHL

Warroad High hockey phenom shreds record, sets sights on NHL

Jayson Shaugabay recently became the all-time points leader for Warroad High School boys hockey, breaking the record of T.J. Oshie, now a National Hockey League star. As he charts his own path to the pros, Shaugabay’s still learning to feel comfortable in the spotlight.
by Dan Gunderson

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To reignite the joy of childhood, learn to live on 'toddler time'

To reignite the joy of childhood, learn to live on 'toddler time'

The days might seem long, but the years go by quickly, friends warned when my son was born. I wanted to savor each precious memory, but how? Living on "toddler time," showed me the way.
by Rhitu Chatterjee

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The FDA proposes new targets to limit lead in baby food

The FDA proposes new targets to limit lead in baby food

Toxic metal can be harmful to developing brains. New lead targets are part of a broad FDA imitative to reduce children's exposure to the lowest levels possible.
by Allison Aubrey and Jane Greenhalgh

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America, we have a problem. People aren't feeling engaged with their work

America, we have a problem. People aren't feeling engaged with their work

A new Gallup report finds employee engagement in the U.S. fell in 2022 to 32 percent. Young people in particular reported feeling less cared about at work and having fewer opportunities to learn and grow.
by Andrea Hsu

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Survey shows a lack of Holocaust awareness in the country that was home to Anne Frank

Survey shows a lack of Holocaust awareness in the country that was home to Anne Frank

The survey commissioned by a U.S.-based group found that the number of Dutch respondents who believe the Holocaust is a myth was higher than in any of the other five nations previously surveyed.
by The Associated Press

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