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Stories from May 2, 2023

3M tells state and local officials to expect 1,100 job cuts in Minnesota as it restructures

3M tells state and local officials to expect 1,100 job cuts in Minnesota as it restructures, and the criminal cases stemming from the death of George Floyd are finally all decided. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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America has a loneliness epidemic. Here are 6 steps to address it

America has a loneliness epidemic. Here are 6 steps to address it

Lacking connection can increase the risk for premature death to levels comparable to smoking 15 cigarettes a day, according to a new advisory from the U.S. Surgeon General.
by Juana Summers, Vincent Acovino, Christopher Intagliata and Patrick Wood

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Minnesota small business report: Thief River Falls

Minnesota small business report: Thief River Falls

Small businesses are critical to the health of local communities. Perhaps that is especially true in rural areas where many main streets struggle to stay in business. MPR News’ Senior Economics Contributor Chris Farrell knows that well. And over the next few months, he'll join us to talk about the small businesses that power Minnesota.
by Cathy Wurzer and Chris Farrell

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Cap-strapped Wild sign Marcus Johansson to 2-year, $4M deal

Cap-strapped Wild sign Marcus Johansson to 2-year, $4M deal

The Minnesota Wild have signed right wing Marcus Johansson to a two-year, $4 million contract to secure a key player who was set to become an unrestricted free agent.
by The Associated Press

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Loneliness is an epidemic in America. A Mayo physician explains how to keep your mental health in check with loneliness on the rise

Loneliness is an epidemic in America. A Mayo physician explains how to keep your mental health in check with loneliness on the rise

On Tuesday, the U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy declared loneliness as an epidemic in the country. The Surgeon General issued an advisory laying out the medical and mental consequences of being lonely and he outlined a series of actions that Americans can take to address the growing issue.
by Cathy Wurzer and Ellen Finn

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United Nations human rights experts join Minneapolis leaders to talk policing and prison

United Nations human rights experts join Minneapolis leaders to talk policing and prison

A United Nations effort created after the murder of George Floyd arrived in Minneapolis Tuesday. Three human rights experts appointed by the UN spent the morning hearing from people affected by systemic racism in policing and prisons.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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3M announces plans to cut 1,100 jobs at Maplewood headquarters

3M announces plans to cut 1,100 jobs at Maplewood headquarters

Minnesota-based 3M says its plans to cut thousands of jobs worldwide will include about 1,100 employees at its Maplewood headquarters.
by Tim Nelson

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Staff member seriously injured in assault at MSOP in Moose Lake

Staff member seriously injured in assault at MSOP in Moose Lake

State officials say a staff member at the Minnesota Sex Offender Program in Moose Lake was seriously injured Monday in an “unprovoked attack” by a client.
by Tim Nelson

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Fire danger with dry, gusty winds Tuesday; much warmer days ahead

Fire danger with dry, gusty winds Tuesday; much warmer days ahead

Critical fire weather conditions are possible Tuesday afternoon as humidity drops and winds continue to be high. Temperatures will range from near 60 south to the 40s near the North Shore. Temperatures will be even warmer in the days ahead.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Walz proposes spending for repairs, upgrades to Minnesota fish hatcheries

Walz proposes spending for repairs, upgrades to Minnesota fish hatcheries

Gov. Tim Walz visited a Minnesota Department of Natural Resources fish hatchery in St. Paul on Monday to advocate for more money for modernizing the state’s fish hatcheries.
by Nicole Ki

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Thao found guilty of aiding and abetting manslaughter in the killing of George Floyd

Thao found guilty of aiding and abetting manslaughter in the killing of George Floyd

Tou Thao was the Minneapolis police officer who kept bystanders at bay while officer Derek Chauvin kept Floyd pinned to the ground, killing him. The aiding manslaughter conviction means the state will drop the harsher charge against Thao, aiding and abetting murder. 
by Jon Collins

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Windy Tuesday, lots of sun; temps rise; fire warnings up

Windy Tuesday, lots of sun; temps rise; fire warnings up

We’ll have yet another windy day Tuesday but it will be mostly sunny. Highs will range from the upper 40s in the Arrowhead to near 60 in the Twin Cities and parts of southwest Minnesota. Wednesday will bring warmer temperatures with 60s and even low 70s in southern and western Minnesota.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Minn. Legislature picks 3 new U of M regents ahead of leadership decisions

West St. Paul City Council Member Robyn Gulley is joining the 12-member panel that governs the U along with former Allina Health CEO Dr. Penny Wheeler and Mary Turner, president of the Minnesota Nurses Association. Regent Tadd Johnson was re-appointed. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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Minnesota Legislature chooses three new U of M regents ahead of leadership decisions

Minnesota Legislature chooses three new U of M regents ahead of leadership decisions

West St. Paul City Council Member Robyn Gulley is joining the 12-member panel that governs the U along with former Allina Health CEO Dr. Penny Wheeler and Mary Turner, president of the Minnesota Nurses Association. Regent Tadd Johnson was re-appointed.
by Matt Sepic

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Senators to hear testimony on Supreme Court ethics

Senators to hear testimony on Supreme Court ethics

There will, however, be nobody there representing the central players in the current drama over high court ethics — no member of the court.
by Nina Totenberg

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Gordon Lightfoot, Canadian folk legend, dies at 84

Gordon Lightfoot, Canadian folk legend, dies at 84

The Canadian singer-songwriter wrote classics like "If You Could Read My Mind," "Early Morning Rain" and "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald."
by Neda Ulaby

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Why viral reservoirs are a prime suspect for long COVID sleuths

Why viral reservoirs are a prime suspect for long COVID sleuths

Scientists are turning up more evidence that some people may harbor a viral reservoir in the wake of COVID-19. What could that tell us about long COVID?
by Will Stone

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Would red flag gun laws make Minnesota safer? Experts say more research needed

Would red flag gun laws make Minnesota safer? Experts say more research needed

Minnesota lawmakers are considering a proposal to allow guns to be temporarily taken away from people who pose a risk to themselves or others. But there’s not a lot of evidence about whether red flag laws actually reduce gun deaths.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Writers Guild of America goes on strike

Writers Guild of America goes on strike

Members of the Writers Guild of America are asking for a larger piece of the streaming platforms' pie. The WGA said picketing would begin Tuesday afternoon.
by Mandalit del Barco

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Here are all the best looks from the Met Gala 2023

Here are all the best looks from the Met Gala 2023

The annual Met Gala fundraiser pays tribute to designer Karl Lagerfeld, who has a controversial legacy in the fashion industry.
by Anastasia Tsioulcas

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