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Montana becomes 1st state to approve a full ban of TikTok

Montana becomes 1st state to approve a full ban of TikTok

Montana's bill goes farther than bans in nearly half of the states that target devices on state-issued devices. Instead, Montana's legislation makes it illegal for anyone to download TikTok.
by Bobby Allyn

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Weekend weather: Colder with rain, rain-snow mix Saturday, Sunday

Weekend weather: Colder with rain, rain-snow mix Saturday, Sunday

Summery weather is leaving us, with colder temps and blustery winds on tap this weekend. Saturday rain is expected to transition to a rain-snow mix or snow by Sunday. We also have an update on river levels.
by Ron Trenda

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Cities meet rising Minnesota rivers with road closures

The city of St. Paul says it plans to close a major route to and from downtown, as part of its response to the rising Mississippi River. This is the evening MPR News update for Friday. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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One in 18 Minnesota adults experiencing long COVID

One in 18 Minnesota adults experiencing long COVID

This past week President Joe Biden signed into law an official end to the national COVID-19 emergency response. Relatedly, the nation’s official COVID-19 public health emergency is set to expire on May 11.  
by Alyson Clary and Craig Helmstetter

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Supreme Court keeps FDA abortion pill rules in place for now

Supreme Court keeps FDA abortion pill rules in place for now

The Supreme Court has temporarily kept in place federal rules for use of an abortion drug, while it more fully considers the issues raised in a court challenge. The Biden administration and New York-based drugmaker Danco Laboratories asked the justices to intervene.
by The Associated Press

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As river rises, St. Paul to close stretch of Shepard/Warner Road

As river rises, St. Paul to close stretch of Shepard/Warner Road

The city of St. Paul plans to temporarily close a stretch of Shepard/Warner Road on Sunday, as the adjacent Mississippi River threatens to flood the route to and from downtown.
by Andrew Krueger

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As flood prep nears completion, Minnesota communities wait for rivers to rise

As flood prep nears completion, Minnesota communities wait for rivers to rise

The forecasts have been heeded, much of the advance work is done — and for communities and residents along rising rivers in Minnesota, it’s now a matter of waiting out the high water.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Brooklyn Center man mauled to death in dog attack

Responding to a 911 call early Thursday afternoon, police saw four American pit bull terriers attacking the man, 22, outside his home. Police say the incident remains under investigation and it’s too soon to say whether prosecutors will file criminal charges.
by Matt Sepic

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Politics Friday: Klobuchar on how the new party dynamic is reshaping Washington

Politics Friday: Klobuchar on how the new party dynamic is reshaping Washington

MPR News guest host Brian Bakst talks to Sen. Amy Klobuchar about changes in political party dynamics in Washington, Supreme Court ethics questions and the Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act. Later, a conversation about the future of paid family and medical leave in Minnesota.
by Brian Bakst and Matthew Alvarez

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Seeing a red flag warning in your weather app? Here's what to do

Seeing a red flag warning in your weather app? Here's what to do

Red flag warnings mean an increased risk of wildfires in the next 12 to 24 hours, so fire safety is extra important. How do they differ from fire weather watches? And what precautions should you take?
by Rachel Treisman

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Veterinarian Karen Fine on the special role pets play in our lives

Veterinarian Karen Fine on the special role pets play in our lives

Animal Month continues on Big Books and Bold Ideas. This week, host Kerri Miller talks with veterinarian Karen Fine. Her new book, “The Other Family Doctor,” is a tribute to the furry, fuzzy, feathery and sometimes scaly creatures we include as members of the family.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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From record heat to snow? Big changes developing over the weekend

From record heat to snow? Big changes developing over the weekend

Friday highs will be back into the low 80s from the Twin Cities south and east. Showers will develop in western Minnesota. Showers are possible statewide Friday night into Saturday with snow possible early Sunday.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Minneapolis pays $9 million to settle Chauvin excessive force suits

John Pope and Zoya Code sued the city last year, alleging Derek Chauvin kneeled on their necks in separate incidents in 2017. Chauvin killed George Floyd in 2020 using a similar restraint. Chief Brian O’Hara said Chauvin’s badge number has been “destroyed.” This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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One last summer-like day south; rain spreads east Friday into Saturday

One last summer-like day south; rain spreads east Friday into Saturday

The Twin Cities and points south and southeast will see another very warm day in the 80s and 70s. Northern and western Minnesota will see increased clouds and scattered showers with highs in the 60s, 50s and 40s northwest. Showers spread statewide overnight Friday night.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Women are earning more money, but they're still picking up a heavier load at home

Women are earning more money, but they're still picking up a heavier load at home

A new Pew Research Center report finds that in opposite-sex marriages in the U.S., women's financial contributions have grown, but they're still doing a larger share of housework and caregiving.
by Andrea Hsu

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A lost dog treks 150 miles across Alaskan sea ice before he's reunited with his family

A lost dog treks 150 miles across Alaskan sea ice before he's reunited with his family

Nanuq, a 1-year-old Australian shepherd, went missing last month while his family was visiting relatives. Except for a swollen leg, with bite marks from a seal or polar bear, Nanuq was in good health.
by The Associated Press

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The pharmaceutical industry urges courts to preserve access to abortion pill

The pharmaceutical industry urges courts to preserve access to abortion pill

As the debate over mifepristone makes its way to the Supreme Court, the pharmaceutical industry has raised concerns that ruling against the FDA could chill the development of new drugs.
by Becky Sullivan

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Arts Briefs: Walker Art Center unveils Pacita Abad exhibit

Arts Briefs: Walker Art Center unveils Pacita Abad exhibit

The Walker’s Pacita Abad exhibit, a harpist's collaboration with Yo Yo Ma, Guggenheim Fellowships, and various exhibitions and events. Also, a French film about superheroes and the scary stories they tell.
by Jacob Aloi, Alex V. Cipolle and Max Sparber

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Rochester schools end week without internet; questions linger about cyber attack

Rochester schools end week without internet; questions linger about cyber attack

Rochester Public Schools disabled its internet access this week in response to an apparent cyber attack. For students that has meant hot classrooms, lots of pen and paper assignments and even an extra day of Spring Break.
by Catharine Richert

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Northwest Minnesota cities add amenities to lure scarce workers

Northwest Minnesota cities add amenities to lure scarce workers

Like the rest of the country, northwest Minnesota has more jobs than workers. Adding to the challenge of recruiting employees is the area's remote location and long winters. Outdoor activities like snowmobiling and fishing are popular and appeal to many potential job seekers.
by Chris Farrell

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Minnesota House advances automatic voter registration, donor disclosure requirements

Minnesota House advances automatic voter registration, donor disclosure requirements

The proposal would set up an automatic voter registration system in the state, let teens pre-register to vote and create penalties for people that harass or intimidate voters. It goes next to the Minnesota Senate.
by Dana Ferguson

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