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Stories from July 31, 2023

Federal jury finds St. Paul police officer civilly liable in 2017 fatal shooting

A federal jury Monday found St. Paul police officer Nathaniel Younce civilly liable for the fatal shooting of Cordale Handy in 2017. But in a mixed decision, jurors determined that a second officer involved in the incident, Mikko Norman should not be held liable.  This is an evening update for MPR News, hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.
by Jacob Aloi

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Aquatic group works to offer year-round pool access to north Minneapolis

Aquatic group works to offer year-round pool access to north Minneapolis

Since north Minneapolis’ only public indoor pool closed in 2007, a group formed a swimming and triathlon team to ensure young people continued to swim. Now the organization, V3 Sports is on the verge of restoring year-round access to a pool, and more.
by Aaliyah Demry

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Climate change gives our era its own name: Anthropocene

Climate change gives our era its own name: Anthropocene

Every so often on the show, we get some insight into earth's history from Jim Cotter, professor of geology at the University of Minnesota – Morris.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Top American cyclist Magnus White, 17, dies after being hit by a car

Top American cyclist Magnus White, 17, dies after being hit by a car

White was preparing to compete in next week's Cyclocross World Championships in Scotland when a driver struck him while he was cycling on the shoulder of a highway in Boulder, Colo.
by Laurel Wamsley

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Civil jury finds St. Paul cop liable in on-duty 2017 killing

Civil jury finds St. Paul cop liable in on-duty 2017 killing

A federal jury on Monday found St. Paul police officer Nathaniel Younce civilly liable for the fatal shooting of Cordale Handy in 2017. Jurors on Tuesday awarded $11.5 million in damages to Handy’s family.
by Matt Sepic and Jon Collins

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Colors on concrete: How Adam Turman paints Minnesota’s urban canvas

Colors on concrete: How Adam Turman paints Minnesota’s urban canvas

Adam Turman, a muralist known for his distinct style, paints Minnesota's urban landscapes and builds lasting relationships with notable institutions, infusing color into the state's iconic locales.
by Jacob Aloi

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Pee-wee Herman actor Paul Reubens dies from cancer at 70

Pee-wee Herman actor Paul Reubens dies from cancer at 70

Reubens' publicist says he died Sunday night after a six-year struggle with cancer that he did not make public. Reubens said in a statement that his fans should “accept my apology for not going public with what I’ve been facing the last six years.”
by The Associated Press

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The science behind growing your own cannabis

The science behind growing your own cannabis

The new law means Minnesotans 21 and older will be able to grow up to eight cannabis plants at a time.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gretchen Brown

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Fresh turf coming to Vikings stadium for second time since opening

Fresh turf coming to Vikings stadium for second time since opening

They’ll be rolling out new field turf at U.S. Bank stadium in 2024, according to a request for contractors. It’s the second replacement since the stadium’s debut in 2016.
by Brian Bakst

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Heat, muggy air return midweek with spotty rain chances

Heat, muggy air return midweek with spotty rain chances

Conditions will be heating up again this week with highs again near 90 for much of southern Minnesota. We’ll also have some spotty rain chances but no widespread soaking is likely.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Yes, heat can affect your brain and mood. Here's why

Yes, heat can affect your brain and mood. Here's why

Hot summer temperatures can make you anxious and irritable and dull your thinking. Here's what researchers think is going on.
by Allison Aubrey

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Heating back up with only minor rain chances this week

Heating back up with only minor rain chances this week

After a cooler weekend, temperatures are heating back up for the middle of the week. We’ll have just spotty rain chances this week, with overall much drier conditions than last week.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Minnesota BCA responding to 'use-of-force' incident along I-94 in Minneapolis

The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension reported early Monday that it was responding to a “use-of-force incident” involving a state trooper along Interstate 94 in Minneapolis. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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State trooper kills man in confrontation along I-94 in Minneapolis

State trooper kills man in confrontation along I-94 in Minneapolis

Three troopers are on administrative leave following the early Monday incident. Trooper body and squad cameras were running, the State Patrol said. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating.
by Tim Nelson

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Lee Hodges gets 1st PGA tour victory with a wire-to-wire win at the 3M Open, by 7 strokes

Lee Hodges gets 1st PGA tour victory with a wire-to-wire win at the 3M Open, by 7 strokes

Lee Hodges shot a 67 in the final round for a wire-to-wire title at the 3M Open and his first tour victory. He set tournament records with a 260 and a seven-stroke win in his 65th career start.
by The Associated Press

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Vikings end stalemate with Danielle Hunter by giving edge rusher a big pay raise

Vikings end stalemate with Danielle Hunter by giving edge rusher a big pay raise

The Minnesota Vikings have given outside linebacker Danielle Hunter a hefty pay raise. The agreement on a new deal paves the way for the team’s best pass rusher to participate in practice after a monthslong contract stalemate. 
by The Associated Press

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New bust of Suni Lee unveiled in St. Paul

New bust of Suni Lee unveiled in St. Paul

There's a new honor for Olympic gold medalist Suni Lee in her hometown of St. Paul. Mayor Melvin Carter was among those on hand as a new bust of Lee was unveiled at Phalen Regional Park on Sunday. Lee won gold during the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo.
by MPR News Staff

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Ready, set, grow: Minnesota to enter era of legal marijuana

Ready, set, grow: Minnesota to enter era of legal marijuana

Starting Tuesday it will be legal for adults to grow and possess marijuana in Minnesota. That doesn’t mean you’ll be able to buy from a licensed dealer anytime soon, but it’s a big step in the legal cannabis movement.
by Mark Zdechlik

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The Yellow trucking company meltdown, explained

The Yellow trucking company meltdown, explained

Yellow's demise stems from an exodus of customers, union strife and longstanding financial troubles.
by Emma Bowman

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