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Stories from April 27, 2023

FBI shoots and kills man after north Minneapolis standoff

FBI shoots and kills man after north Minneapolis standoff, and southwestern Minnesota pork producer files for bankruptcy, raising fears of shutdown and layoffs. This is an evening update from MPR news, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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Ancient vessels and fresh ingredients: MIA and local chef team up for neighborhood boost

Ancient vessels and fresh ingredients: MIA and local chef team up for neighborhood boost

The Minneapolis Institute of Art tapped local chef Tammy Wong to prepare a multi-course menu for a lavish, after-hours banquet inside one of its exhibit Wednesday night. For both Wong and the organizers, it was a chance to bring people together again in the Whittier neighborhood after a tough few years.
by Ngoc Bui

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Scattered rains now; 60s and 70s ahead

Forecast models hint at warmer weather in the next two weeks.
by Paul Huttner

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FBI kills man in Minneapolis following standoff

FBI kills man in Minneapolis following standoff

The FBI said it was trying to serve an arrest warrant on Chue Feng Yang, who barricaded himself for hours and then later emerged armed. He was being sought in connection with a stolen vehicle chase where a puppy was thrown from a car window.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox, Nina Moini, Tim Nelson and Matt Sepic

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The city of Minneapolis seeks input on new climate equity plan

The city of Minneapolis seeks input on new climate equity plan

With global calls for immediate climate action rising, what role can cities play in fighting climate change? The city of Minneapolis has been leading the way in answering this question as it looks to create a new climate action plan.
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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Questions swirl around corporate tax in Minnesota House, Senate budgets

Questions swirl around corporate tax in Minnesota House, Senate budgets

Both House and Senate tax bills bank on a new corporate tax calculation they say will raise hundreds of millions of dollars per year. But it’s untested, raising concerns about the estimates and the state’s ability to collect.
by Brian Bakst

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Walz signs bills to ban conversion therapy, protect abortion and gender-affirming care

Walz signs bills to ban conversion therapy, protect abortion and gender-affirming care

With the governor’s action, Minnesota will become a refuge for people seeking gender affirming care and abortions as other states move to restrict such care. Walz also enacted a law that bans conversion therapy.
by Nina Moini

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North Dakota hopes to cash in on rare earth elements

North Dakota hopes to cash in on rare earth elements

North Dakota has the potential to be a significant source of rare earth elements used in a wide range of electronic components, according to a recently released report.
by Dan Gunderson

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Minnesota Senate to vote on legal marijuana bill Friday

Minnesota Senate to vote on legal marijuana bill Friday

The Senate bill has already been discussed in more than a dozen committees. And legislative leaders tend to avoid bringing bills to the floor that might fail, so passage is deemed likely. 
by Brian Bakst

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It takes a village to raise a thriving family

It takes a village to raise a thriving family

You know the saying, “it takes a village to raise a child,” but it takes a lot to create and foster healthy families. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with her guests about strategies for good parenting.
by Angela Davis, Danelle Cloutier and Samantha Matsumoto

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Hmong Thai Fashion Show premieres in Saint Paul

Hmong Thai Fashion Show premieres in Saint Paul

Happy Minnesota Fashion Week to those who celebrate! An organization that has been showcasing Hmong designers for more than a decade is doing something new this spring.
by Emily Bright and Alanna Elder

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'It Happens Here' explores contrasting views of land ownership

We have been talking with people who are trying to make a difference through their land. But not everyone has the same ideas about what it means to have land, or to own it.
by Emily Bright and Alanna Elder

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Two guns found at Minneapolis elementary school

Minneapolis police recovered two guns from the city’s Loring Elementary School on Wednesday, apparently brought to the school by a staff member.
by Tim Nelson

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Wisconsin's only oil refinery to reopen after 2018 explosion

Wisconsin's only oil refinery to reopen after 2018 explosion

Wisconsin’s only oil refinery is on track to be fully operational in June after a $1.2 billion effort to rebuild the facility five years following an explosion.
by The Associated Press

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Unpacking tax bills as Minnesota lawmakers prepare for votes in the House today, Senate next week

Unpacking tax bills as Minnesota lawmakers prepare for votes in the House today, Senate next week

Thursday afternoon, the Minnesota House is expected to debate a wide-ranging tax package. The bill contains rebates, additional exemptions for Social Security income, expanded child tax credits and aid to local and tribal governments.
by Emily Bright, Ellen Finn and Brian Bakst

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Weekend weather: Cool temps, showers at times

Weekend weather: Cool temps, showers at times

We’ll have showers at times this weekend, and temperatures will be cool for late April.
by Ron Trenda

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Politics Friday: How to pay for roads, bridges and transit

Politics Friday: How to pay for roads, bridges and transit

MPR News host Mike Mulcahy talks with two lawmakers about the transportation budget bill and the plan to pay for roads, bridges and transit across the state. Later in the hour: an update on the latest marijuana bill.
by Mike Mulcahy and Matthew Alvarez

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50s to high 60s Thursday; showers on the way; cooler weekend

50s to high 60s Thursday; showers on the way; cooler weekend

Temperatures will be above normal for a change Thursday. We’ll have a mix of clouds and sun with a spotty shower or two possible during the day. The better chance of showers develops Thursday evening into overnight again. Temperatures will be cooler this weekend.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Leaders call for stronger hate crime laws after fires at Minneapolis mosques

The Twin Cities Muslim community is calling for action, and DFLers say they will push for stronger hate crime laws following two fires at Minneapolis mosques this week. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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Winona police seek new information to help search for Madeline Kingsbury

Winona police seek new information to help search for Madeline Kingsbury

Police are asking Winona and Fillmore Counties property owners to report any information about old wells, homesteads, windmill bases, and sinkholes as authorities continue to search for Madeline Kingsbury.
by MPR News Staff

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Warmer with a few showers Thursday; more showers overnight into Friday, weekend

Warmer with a few showers Thursday; more showers overnight into Friday, weekend

Thursday will be our warmest day this week but it won’t be sunny. We’ll have a few showers and a mix of clouds and sun. More showers develop later into Thursday night and Friday with cooler weather setting in for the weekend.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Supreme Court seems to tilt strongly toward Minneapolis woman in property rights case

Supreme Court seems to tilt strongly toward Minneapolis woman in property rights case

The Supreme Court on Wednesday heard its last scheduled argument of the term — a case brought by a 94-year-old grandmother in Minneapolis whose condo was seized for failure to pay property taxes.
by Nina Totenberg

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Anthony Edwards cited for allegedly striking arena staff with chair

Anthony Edwards cited for allegedly striking arena staff with chair

Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards was cited for third degree assault by Denver police following the season-ending loss to the Nuggets. He allegedly swung a folding chair and struck two women who were working at Ball Arena. 
by The Associated Press

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