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Stories from March 29, 2023

Where will the city build a new Minneapolis Police Department 3rd Precinct building?

The city of Minneapolis is holding listening sessions starting next month on where to build a future 3rd precinct building in south Minneapolis.   This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Michelle Wiley. Music by Gary Meister.
by Michelle Wiley

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Minnesota U.S. Rep. Phillips calls for armed guards in schools after Nashville shooting

Minnesota U.S. Rep. Phillips calls for armed guards in schools after Nashville shooting

In an interview on All Things Considered, Minnesota U.S. Rep. Dean Phillips recognized he is an outlier among Democrats in calling for armed security at schools ”to provide a modicum of safety to our children.” But he said he is skeptical that much else can be done in the Republican-led House without significant public pressure.
by Tom Crann and Megan Burks

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FDA approves Narcan for over-the-counter sales, here’s what you need to know

FDA approves Narcan for over-the-counter sales, here’s what you need to know

In 2021, 1,286 people in Minnesota died from drug overdoses, according to the Minnesota Department of Health, a 20 percent increase from 2020. On Wednesday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced that Narcan nasal spray, a drug that reverses opioid overdoses, would soon be available over the counter.
by Cathy Wurzer, Alanna Elder and Sam Stroozas

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Mosquito season is on its way, and it'll likely be worse than the past couple of years

Mosquito season is on its way, and it'll likely be worse than the past couple of years

The bouts of drought these last couple of years have caused trouble for mosquitos. But with an snowier than usual winter making way for a wet spring, they’ll be coming back with a vengeance. Here’s how to prepare.
by Tom Crann, Ngoc Bui and Amy Felegy

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Minnesota schools in line for big funding year

Minnesota schools in line for big funding year

The budget that Minnesota lawmakers are assembling is certain to deliver a giant aid boost to public schools. The question is how the money gets parceled out.
by Brian Bakst

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Where should Minneapolis build its new 3rd Precinct building?

Where should Minneapolis build its new 3rd Precinct building?

Almost three years after abandoning the Minneapolis Police Department’s 3rd Precinct building, the city of Minneapolis will hold listening sessions to decide whether to keep the building at its former location or construct a new building several blocks away.
by Jon Collins

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Two Harbors council nixes proposed townhomes

Two Harbors council nixes proposed townhomes

The Two Harbors City Council has rejected a concept plan to build high-end townhomes on Lighthouse Point along Lake Superior. The controversial proposal rekindled memories of a fight over a similar development 20 years ago.
by Dan Kraker

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Stephanie Burrage to become Minnesota’s first chief equity officer

Stephanie Burrage to become Minnesota’s first chief equity officer

Burrage is a deputy education commissioner who led a monthslong effort to convene Black leaders in Minnesota to write a state budget that better addresses their priorities.
by Dana Ferguson

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25 years after Minnesota tornado outbreak, severe weather forecasting has advanced greatly

25 years after Minnesota tornado outbreak, severe weather forecasting has advanced greatly

Wednesday marks 25 years since tornadoes ripped across southern Minnesota, causing major damage in Comfrey, St. Peter and other cities. Since then, forecasting severe weather has advanced significantly.
by Sarah Thamer

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Following mild weather, spring thunderstorms forecasted to hit this weekend

Following mild weather, spring thunderstorms forecasted to hit this weekend

Along with spring thunderstorms and severe weather on the horizon, MPR Chief Meteorologist Paul Huttner gave MPR News host Cathy Wurzer updates on spring flooding risks, snow melt, and warmer temperatures for the week.
by Cathy Wurzer and Melissa Townsend

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Rain, ice, snow, thunder Friday; southern Minnesota may see severe weather

Rain, ice, snow, thunder Friday; southern Minnesota may see severe weather

This system will bring a variety of mixed precipitation Thursday and Friday. Different parts of Minnesota will see rain, ice, snow and thunderstorms that could produce severe weather in southern Minnesota Friday.
by Paul Huttner

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A barge carrying methanol broke free in the Ohio River

A barge carrying methanol broke free in the Ohio River

“There is currently zero evidence of a tank breach or any leaks, and air and water monitoring resources are in place,” according to Louisville Metro Emergency Services in Kentucky.
by Bill Chappell

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'Face It': A safe space for men and boys to talk openly about mental health

'Face It': A safe space for men and boys to talk openly about mental health

Experts say that many men and boys don’t talk openly about their struggles, and that makes it hard for them to seek help. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two mental health professionals who work closely with men and boys.
by Angela Davis, Danelle Cloutier and Samantha Matsumoto

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Woman in legal limbo at Mayo cleared to go home

Disability advocates have been closely watching the case of Cindy Hagen, who is quadriplegic and has been at Mayo Clinic’s Austin hospital since last summer. They say her case underscores continued challenges in the systems that surround people living with disabilities.
by Catharine Richert

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'Steve's Overpopulated One-Man Band' tells stories of life on the Iron Range

'Steve's Overpopulated One-Man Band' tells stories of life on the Iron Range

Steve Solkela is a master multitasker. He started playing accordion in high school and then kept adding instruments to his repertoire, including a bass drum and a trumpet. Solkela talked with MPR News host Cathy Wurzer about playing in sub zero temperatures and writing songs about home.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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Cold, sunny Wednesday; rain, snow, thunder Thursday into Friday

Cold, sunny Wednesday; rain, snow, thunder Thursday into Friday

Expect cold sunshine Wednesday with well below-normal temperatures. A complex spring storm brings rain, thunder and snow Thursday into early Saturday. Severe storms are possible in far southern Minnesota late Thursday.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Minnesota social justice advocate Victor 'Vic' Rosenthal remembered as a generous mentor, friend

Minnesota social justice advocate Victor 'Vic' Rosenthal remembered as a generous mentor, friend

Victor “Vic” Rosenthal was a New York native who found a home in St. Paul, where he worked for racial justice, voting rights, gay marriage, rights for immigrants, affordable housing and other issues. He was 68.
by Peter Cox

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Minnesotans come from around the state to help with Stillwater flood effort

Among the hundreds of volunteers filling sandbags along the banks of the St. Croix River in Stillwater, was at least one who helped save the town from a catastrophic flood in 1965. Others said they just wanted to pitch in. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer Music by Gary Meister.

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Cold, bright Wednesday; windy with rain, snow, thunder developing Thursday

Cold, bright Wednesday; windy with rain, snow, thunder developing Thursday

Temperatures will be 15 to 25 degrees colder than normal Wednesday with sunshine. Rain, snow and even thunder in far southern Minnesota develops Thursday afternoon; the first of two rounds of wintry precipitation into early Saturday.
by Sven Sundgaard

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At trial, Minnesota says e-cigarette maker Juul targets kids

At trial, Minnesota says e-cigarette maker Juul targets kids

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison personally opened the state’s lawsuit against Juul Labs and tobacco giant Altria. The state is seeking more than $100 million in damages.
by The Associated Press

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Budding Wild star Boldy more willing to shoot, and it shows

Budding Wild star Boldy more willing to shoot, and it shows

Matt Boldy acknowledged in the aftermath of his second hat trick in five games that the puck these days feels as if it's automatically going in the net each time he shoots it.
by The Associated Press

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Wisconsin school bans Miley Cyrus-Dolly Parton duet from class concert

Wisconsin school bans Miley Cyrus-Dolly Parton duet from class concert

Administrators at Heyer Elementary School in Waukesha stopped a class from performing a Miley Cyrus-Dolly Parton duet promoting LGBTQ acceptance because the song "could be perceived as controversial."
by The Associated Press

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'I want to do my part': Hundreds of Minnesotans volunteer in Stillwater flood effort

'I want to do my part': Hundreds of Minnesotans volunteer in Stillwater flood effort

Among the hundreds of volunteers filling sandbags along the banks of the St. Croix River in Stillwater, was at least one who helped save the town from a catastrophic flood in 1965. Others said they just wanted to pitch in.
by Mark Zdechlik

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What we know about the deadly shooting at a Nashville elementary school

What we know about the deadly shooting at a Nashville elementary school

Authorities released graphic body camera footage showing the fatal confrontation between police and the shooter at the private religious school. Three children and three adults died in the attack.
by Joe Hernandez

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Minnesota Twins unveil new made-in-Minnesota scoreboard

Minnesota Twins unveil new made-in-Minnesota scoreboard

A massive 178-foot-wide, edgeless high-definition screen now towers over the left field stand. It’s big enough that it feels like players on the screen are an arm's length away, even standing at home plate.
by Tim Nelson

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