Stories from July 3, 2023

Anthony Edwards, Timberwolves agree on max contract extension
The Timberwolves and Edwards agreed on a max extension on Monday — five years, $207 million, with a chance of the deal reaching $260 million, agent Bill Duffy confirmed to The Associated Press.
Minnesota sees the hottest day of the year so far, and with it the risk for some bumpy July 4th weather, and applications are coming in for the panel that will redesign Minnesota's state flag. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.
Numerous storms likely July Fourth, some may be severe
Hot, humid weather will take us into a Fourth of July that could turn quite stormy. Strong-to-severe storms are possible Tuesday afternoon and evening. Have a plan to receive warnings.
Minnesota Chamber sues over campaign disclosure law
The Minnesota Chamber of Commerce has filed a lawsuit in federal court challenging a new law that would block corporations with foreign ownership from making political contributions in the state. The group alleges that the law is in conflict with federal policy and would stifle free speech.
'Very big cases': U law professor on the Supreme Court's latest rulings
“Some people call this the ‘you only live once’ court — the idea being that the six-justice majority has the votes and are really not shy about using that power while they have it,” University of Minnesota law professor Jill Hasday told MPR News Monday.
Dip a toe into Minnesota's growing boat cultures
Minnesota is the land of 10,000 lakes and more than 830,000 boats. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about everything from canoes to pontoons — and how to get on the water.
Heat advisory Monday afternoon; storms possible Monday and Tuesday
A heat advisory is posted for the Twin Cities for Monday afternoon and evening. Highs will be in the mid-90s south with spotty storms possible later Monday. More widespread storms are possible Tuesday.
Hot Monday, Tuesday with thunderstorm chances
Monday and Tuesday will be hot and muggy with thunderstorm chances. Severe weather is possible along with locally heavy rainfall with cooler temps moving in midweek.
Orioles rally to beat Twins 2-1, end 4-game skid and avert first sweep
Minnesota Twins closer Jhoan Duran forced in the tiebreaking run when he hit rookie Jordan Westburg with a pitch n the eighth inning, enabling the Baltimore Orioles to stop a four-game skid with a 2-1 victory.
North Dakota university leaders fear 'catastrophic implications' of new Minnesota free tuition plan
North Dakota higher education officials are deeply worried about losing students and revenue in 2024 when neighboring Minnesota makes tuition free for thousands of its residents at public colleges and universities.
Honeybee deaths rose last year. Here's why farmers would go bust without bees
Beekeepers lost nearly half of their honeybee colonies last year. Without bees, farmers can't grow the fruits and plants that feed us. So farmers are working harder to get their crops pollinated.
Amid dry conditions, DNR warns of danger from campfires, fireworks
Dry conditions in Minnesota increase the risk of wildfires during the Fourth of July holiday, urging caution with campfires and fireworks, as they are the primary cause of wildfires and alternative activities without flames should be considered.
Birds, bugs and climate change
Many bird species are in decline across North America, with decades of falling numbers. In western Minnesota, researchers are examining the link between climate change, birds and the insects they eat.