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Stories from August 7, 2023

A firsthand account of hip-hop's early days in Minnesota

A firsthand account of hip-hop's early days in Minnesota

Derrick Stevens shares his firsthand experience as a witness to and participant in the birth of hip-hop and in its emergence in the Twin Cities.

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Minnesota’s energy future

Minnesota’s energy future

Minnesota aims to be carbon-free by 2050. Here’s a look at what needs to happen until then.
by MPR News Staff

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Ex-cop receives 57-month sentence for his role in George Floyd's killing

Hennepin County Judge Peter Cahill Monday sentenced Tou Thao to nearly five years in prison for his role in the killing of George Floyd. This is an MPR News evening update, hosted by Peter Cox. Music by Gary Meister.
by Peter Cox

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DFL lawmaker cited with 2 counts in July drunk-driving stop

Minnesota state Rep. Dan Wolgamott has been charged with two impaired driving counts. He said he takes responsibility and has undergone alcohol assessments.
by Brian Bakst

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APM podcasts for kids tap into natural curiosity and wonder

APM podcasts for kids tap into natural curiosity and wonder

MPR News host Angela Davis talks to the hosts from the Brains On! Universe about the podcasts they produce for kids about learning, exploring and answering those thought-provoking questions your kids have.  
by Angela Davis and Matthew Alvarez

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Your late summer gardening questions, answered by an expert

Your late summer gardening questions, answered by an expert

Meg Cowden is busy this time of year with her enormous garden. And she’s back as usual to give tips for all of us who might have a little less than a green thumb.
by Cathy Wurzer and Ellen Finn

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How could Minnesota become carbon-free? New MPR News series dives in

How could Minnesota become carbon-free? New MPR News series dives in

On Tuesday mornings, our reporters will be exploring the opportunities — but also the challenges — the state faces as it moves away from fossil fuels and toward more climate-friendly energy sources.
by Cathy Wurzer, Gretchen Brown, Kirsti Marohn and Dan Kraker

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Democrats see Michigan and Minnesota as guides for what to do with majority power

Democrats see Michigan and Minnesota as guides for what to do with majority power

Gun safety packages, expanded voting rights, free meals for all students, and increased protections for abortion rights and LGTBQ+ people were just some of pent-up policy proposals that Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed into law within months under the new legislative majorities.
by The Associated Press

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Architect Damaris Hollingsworth on how buildings can be welcoming

Architect Damaris Hollingsworth on how buildings can be welcoming

Listen back to MPR News host Angela Davis speaking with Minnesota architect Damaris Hollingsworth about how she brings an inclusive perspective to design as a Black woman and an immigrant. 
by Maja Beckstrom and Angela Davis

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Attacks at U.S. medical centers show why health care is one of the nation’s most violent fields

Attacks at U.S. medical centers show why health care is one of the nation’s most violent fields

Health care workers racked up 73 percent of all nonfatal workplace violence injuries in 2018, the most recent year for which figures are available, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
by The Associated Press

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Weekend rains were variable and heaviest south; more chances this week

Weekend rains were variable and heaviest south; more chances this week

Southern and southwest Minnesota saw the bulk of the weekend rainfall. We’ll have a couple more chances of rain this week with near-normal temperatures. Friday and Saturday will be cooler.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Seasonable temperatures with a couple more chances of rain

Seasonable temperatures with a couple more chances of rain

Monday will see near normal temperatures and mainly dry conditions. Tuesday will bring some showers and thunder to northern Minnesota late in the day.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Minnesota’s stake in the presidency is on hold as Rep. Dean Phillips say’s he’s not ready to run

U.S. Rep. Dean Phillips spoke for the first time Sunday since Politico reported last month he was talking to donors about a possible run. This an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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Some state Republican parties are struggling and seeing deep divisions

Some state Republican parties are struggling and seeing deep divisions

Some state Republican parties — like Colorado's — are struggling after steep election losses, and are witnessing infighting that has left deep divisions when it comes to the future of the GOP.
by Bente Birkeland

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New charges against Trump focus on lies. Scholars see an authoritarian playbook

New charges against Trump focus on lies. Scholars see an authoritarian playbook

Prosecutors allege the former president and co-conspirators used lies to advance criminal conspiracies to overturn the election. Scholars say distant and recent history show how potent lies can be.
by Odette Yousef

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