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Stories from April 10, 2023

Rochester Public Schools says data was breached

In a statement to parents, the district confirmed that some district data was accessed by an “outside actor,” but stopped short of saying who is affected.
by Catharine Richert

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Banks are spooked and getting stingy about loans – and small businesses are suffering

Banks are spooked and getting stingy about loans – and small businesses are suffering

Weeks after the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, lenders are getting stingier about making loans. That makes it harder for businesses trying to grow and – and it raises the risk of recession.
by Scott Horsley

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Moderate to major flooding expected next week on key Minnesota rivers

Moderate to major flooding expected next week on key Minnesota rivers

Rapid warmth and melting snow are pushing rivers quickly higher. The latest hydrograph flood forecasts for area rivers show a 10-foot rise is likely on several area rivers.
by Paul Huttner

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Abortion rights advocates in Minnesota say Texas ruling won't restrict medication abortions for now

Abortion rights advocates in Minnesota say Texas ruling won't restrict medication abortions for now, and midweek temps may approach record highs, as a cold spring comes to an abrupt end. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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Ousted Black lawmaker could soon return to Tennessee House

Ousted Black lawmaker could soon return to Tennessee House

One of the two Black Democrats who were thrown out of the Tennessee House last week appeared likely to get his seat back Monday, just days after the GOP exacted retribution against the lawmakers who protested for more gun control.
by The Associated Press

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St. Paul joins effort to clear racial real estate covenants

St. Paul joins effort to clear racial real estate covenants

The University of Minnesota’s Mapping Prejudice project has identified nearly 33,000 properties that have race-based restrictions written into their very legal basis in Hennepin and Ramsey Counties.  
by Tim Nelson

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Humane Society confirms two dog flu cases, warns to watch for symptoms

Humane Society confirms two dog flu cases, warns to watch for symptoms

The Animal Humane Society confirmed two dog flu cases in its Golden Valley facility over the weekend, after announcing suspected cases on Thursday. It says it is likely that infected dogs were adopted and is urging dog owners to check their dogs for symptoms before taking them out to socialize.
by Tom Crann and Megan Burks

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Rudy Gobert suspended after throwing punch at Timberwolves teammate

Rudy Gobert suspended after throwing punch at Timberwolves teammate

Gobert threw a punch at Kyle Anderson during a timeout in the second quarter of Sunday’s game against the Pelicans. He raised his arm toward Anderson and appeared to hit him in the chest while the team was in a huddle.
by Kerem Yücel and The Associated Press

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Abortion drug still available in Minnesota despite conflicting rulings

Abortion drug still available in Minnesota despite conflicting rulings

Judges in Texas and Washington issued dueling rulings late Friday on mifepristone — a drug commonly used in medication abortions — spurring confusion about what comes next.
by Dana Ferguson

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Twin Cities rapper Lewiee Blaze wants to give you goosebumps

Twin Cities rapper Lewiee Blaze wants to give you goosebumps

The Twin Cities rapper aims to spread “truth, love, peace, freedom and justice” through his music.

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The Dalai Lama apologizes for asking a young boy to suck his tongue

The Dalai Lama apologizes for asking a young boy to suck his tongue

The 87-year-old Buddhist high priest says he “regrets” kissing a young boy on the lips and asking him to "suck my tongue." A video capturing the incident went viral on social media, sparking outrage.
by Emily Olson

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Let's go thrifting! Exploring the past, present and future of buying secondhand

Let's go thrifting! Exploring the past, present and future of buying secondhand

We listen back to a conversation MPR News host Angela Davis had with a historian who wrote a book about thrifting and a thrift store marketing manager about thrifting’s past, present and future. 
by Angela Davis, Susan Davis and Samantha Matsumoto

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Uptown washout leaves 8-foot-deep sinkhole in Minneapolis intersection

Uptown washout leaves 8-foot-deep sinkhole in Minneapolis intersection

A car-sized chunk of pavement collapsed around a manhole on a street in Minneapolis over the weekend, leaving a gaping sinkhole. It likely was caused by erosion around massive storm and sanitary sewer pipes that run under the street. 
by Tim Nelson and Kerem Yücel

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Report: Railroads cut costs, prioritize speed and efficiency over safety

Report: Railroads cut costs, prioritize speed and efficiency over safety

ProPublica analyzed 600+ train accident reports from 20 years, raising questions on whether longer trains with fewer crews cause more derailments. Reporter Dan Schwartz discusses the findings on NPR.
by Jan Johnson

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Near-record warmth, then a potential late-week soaking

Near-record warmth, then a potential late-week soaking

Expect several very warm days ahead with near-record temperatures. Highs on Monday will range from near 70 in southern Minnesota to the upper 40s in the northwest. Southern Minnesota soars into the 80s Wednesday. A late week storm brings rain and snow.
by Sven Sundgaard

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A shooting at a bank in downtown Louisville has left 5 people dead and 9 injured

A shooting at a bank in downtown Louisville has left 5 people dead and 9 injured

Police say at least four people were killed and nine others wounded in a shooting at a bank building in downtown Louisville, and the suspected shooter is also dead. Police say six others were brought to the hospital after the Monday morning shooting.
by The Associated Press

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Rochester Public Schools are closed today because of a possible cyberattack

The Rochester school district discovered “unusual activity” on its computer networks last week. This comes after a computer system hack in Minneapolis Public Schools, which resulted in student data being posted online. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.  

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King's coronation: 3 crowns, 2 carriages and a shorter route

King's coronation: 3 crowns, 2 carriages and a shorter route

King Charles III will be taking a shortcut and a smoother ride to Westminster Abbey, trimming the procession route his mother took in 1953 as he aims for a more modest coronation that will include some modern touches.
by The Associated Press

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Well above normal temperatures this week; late week system brings rain, snow

Well above normal temperatures this week; late week system brings rain, snow

Monday will bring another warm day with lots of sunshine and light winds. Highs will range from near 70 south to the 50s north. Even warmer temps arrive Tuesday and Wednesday with the first 80 in southern Minnesota.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Edwards leads Wolves rally past Pelicans, after Gobert punch

Edwards leads Wolves rally past Pelicans, after Gobert punch

Anthony Edwards had 26 points, 13 rebounds, four steals and four blocks to lead Minnesota past New Orleans 113-108. The Timberwolves passed the Pelicans in the play-in tournament seeding after losing a pair of starters to anger management problems. 
by The Associated Press

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Curtis Sittenfeld's 'Romantic Comedy' is about more than just laughs

Curtis Sittenfeld's 'Romantic Comedy' is about more than just laughs

The latest novel by Minneapolis author Curtis Sittenfeld may center on a weekend late night live comedy show, but it delves deep into the human condition.
by Euan Kerr

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