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Stories from June 8, 2023

Trump charged over classified documents in 1st federal indictment of an ex-president

Trump charged over classified documents in 1st federal indictment of an ex-president

Donald Trump says he’s been indicted on charges of mishandling classified documents at his Florida estate, igniting a federal prosecution that is arguably the most perilous of multiple legal threats against the former president as he seeks to reclaim the White House.
by The Associated Press

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Man gets 30-month sentence for staging political arson

Man gets 30-month sentence for staging political arson

A judge on Thursday sentenced a Brooklyn Center man to 30 months in federal prison for staging a politically-motivated arson to collect insurance money and donations.
by Matt Sepic

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New study from UMN researchers says an existing drug is a promising treatment for long COVID

New study from UMN researchers says an existing drug is a promising treatment for long COVID

Metformin, a medication typically used as a treatment for Type 2 diabetes, has shown promise as an effective treatment for long COVID, according to a study by University of Minnesota researchers published Thursday in The Lancet.
by Michelle Wiley

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Investigators find missing Winona woman's remains, but say little about how she might have got there

Investigators find missing Winona woman's remains, but say little about how she might have got there, and Minnesota is slipping quickly back into drought. This is an evening update from MPR news, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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FDA advisers endorse new RSV antibody drug for babies

FDA advisers endorse new RSV antibody drug for babies

A panel of experts to the Food and Drug Administration has recommended the agency approve a long-acting antibody drug that can protect infants from the seasonal virus, RSV.
by Pien Huang

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Wade Goodwyn, longtime NPR correspondent, dies at age 63

Wade Goodwyn, longtime NPR correspondent, dies at age 63

Wade Goodwyn had one of public radio's most recognizable voices, but it was his rich writing and keen observations that made him a listener favorite over decades at NPR.
by Debbie Elliott

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Some homes are becoming 'uninsurable' due to climate-related risks

Some homes are becoming 'uninsurable' due to climate-related risks

Allstate and State Farm are the latest to stop offering homeowner’s insurance in California. Now, homeowners are facing fewer insurance options and skyrocketing costs. What does this mean for the rest of the country and the future of insurance in a world of climate change?
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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Earth’s oceans are the hottest on record

Earth’s oceans are the hottest on record

Earth’s oceans are the hottest on record. That’s the finding from a recent paper in the journal Advances in Atmospheric Sciences. What effects could this have globally and in Minnesota?
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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When will air quality improve? A lot is riding on the wind

When will air quality improve? A lot is riding on the wind

Millions of Americans are under air quality alerts as wildfires burn in Canada. Experts say the weather pattern could change by early next week, and stress the need to take precautions until then.
by Rachel Treisman

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Wally Langfellow and Eric Nelson discuss Minnesota sports scene

Wally Langfellow and Eric Nelson discuss Minnesota sports scene

MPR News host Cathy Wurzer checks in with Wally Langfellow and Eric Nelson to discuss what’s new for the Twins, Vikings and Lynx, as well as in the world of golf.
by Cathy Wurzer and Ellen Finn

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Survey: Americans hold mixed views on LGBTQ+ policies in schools

Survey: Americans hold mixed views on LGBTQ+ policies in schools

A new survey from American Public Media and the McCourtney Institute for Democracy finds the majority of Americans support teachers displaying photos of same-sex partners in the classroom, but don’t want students discussing books with LGBTQ+ themes.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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'Hard on the plants and hard on the people who raise them:' Abnormally dry conditions spread

'Hard on the plants and hard on the people who raise them:' Abnormally dry conditions spread

As abnormally dry conditions spread across the state for another growing season, we looked at how farmers are adapting. MPR meteorologist Sven Sundgaard gives us a weather outlook and forecast.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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Vikings to release running back Dalvin Cook for salary cap reasons

Vikings to release running back Dalvin Cook for salary cap reasons

Cook, in just six years with the Vikings, reached third on the franchise all-time rushing list with 5,993 yards. He's fifth in rushing attempts (1,282) and fourth in rushing touchdowns (47).
by The Associated Press

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Weekend weather: Scattered rain Saturday; dry, cooler Sunday

Weekend weather: Scattered rain Saturday; dry, cooler Sunday

Our weekend weather will be fairly typical for June. Our best chance of rain will be on Saturday, then most areas will see their coolest weekend temps on Sunday.
by Ron Trenda

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First woman police officer in St. Paul shares her legacy

First woman police officer in St. Paul shares her legacy

In the mid-1970s, Debbie Montgomery became the first woman police officer in St. Paul. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Debbie Montgomery about her life and career and what she wants people today to learn from her story.
by Angela Davis and Samantha Matsumoto

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Drought spreads across Minnesota; some shower chances ahead

Drought spreads across Minnesota; some shower chances ahead

The latest data shows drought conditions expanding. We have some showers west Thursday and statewide chances of spotty thunder late Friday into Saturday before cooling off again Sunday.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Pat Robertson, broadcaster who helped make religion central to GOP politics, dies at 93

Pat Robertson, broadcaster who helped make religion central to GOP politics, dies at 93

Religious broadcaster Pat Robertson has died. He had an enormous impact on American politics and religion. Robertson turned a tiny Virginia television station into the far-reaching Christian Broadcasting Network, where he hosted the flagship “700 Club” show for half a century.
by The Associated Press

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Father of missing woman's children jailed in Winona County after deputy finds a body

The father of a missing southeastern Minnesota woman’s children is in custody at the Winona County Detention Center. The Winona Police Department posted that a body had been found based on information from the investigation into the disappearance of Madeline Kingsbury. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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Randy Arozarena hits leadoff homer in 9th, Rays beat Twins 2-1

Randy Arozarena hits leadoff homer in 9th, Rays beat Twins 2-1

Randy Arozarena homered leading off ninth inning to give the major league-best Tampa Bay Rays a 2-1 victory over the AL Central-leading Minnesota Twins on Wednesday night. 
by The Associated Press

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Prosecutors urge Minnesota Supreme Court to reject appeal by ex-officer in George Floyd's murder

Prosecutors urge Minnesota Supreme Court to reject appeal by ex-officer in George Floyd's murder

State prosecutors have urged the Minnesota Supreme Court to reject former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin’s request to reconsider his conviction for murdering George Floyd, saying lower courts already got it right.
by The Associated Press

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Book bans are on the rise. Biden is naming a point person to address that

Book bans are on the rise. Biden is naming a point person to address that

Book bans in schools can violate federal civil rights laws if they create a hostile environment for students. The Education Department will have a new point person to talk to schools about bans.
by Franco Ordoñez

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Funding for invasive carp barrier in Mississippi River falls short at Legislature

Funding for invasive carp barrier in Mississippi River falls short at Legislature

The Department of Natural Resources says more work is needed to determine the best option to prevent the invasive fish from moving upstream into Minnesota waters. But environmental advocates worry time is running out.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Art Hounds: The comedy of assassination

Art Hounds: The comedy of assassination

This week, Art Hounds recommend a new show at Bryant Lake Bowl, a just-opened movie theater in Rochester and a Minnesota composer’s latest work.
by Jacob Aloi, Alex V. Cipolle and Max Sparber

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Hawaii's Mount Kilauea volcano has erupted again. Watch it live

Hawaii's Mount Kilauea volcano has erupted again. Watch it live

Lava began erupting at the Halemaʻumaʻu crater and reached heights of 13 to 30 feet and covered an area of approximately 370 acres. The biggest threat to those in the area is volcanic gas.
by Ayana Archie

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