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Stories from September 7, 2023

Rideshare regulation veto in Minneapolis sticks, as regulation controversy keeps rolling on

Rideshare regulation veto in Minneapolis sticks, as regulation controversy keeps rolling on and lawmakers defend new limits on physical restraints in schools, as police agencies call for a do-over. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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'Wednesday's Child' deals in life after loss

'Wednesday's Child' deals in life after loss

The stories in Yiyun Li's book focus chiefly on people trying to put themselves together after loss, dealing with anguish that takes its time and rises from its dormancy at unexpected moments.
by Michael Schaub

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Some yellow school buses are turning green this school year

Some yellow school buses are turning green this school year

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is expanding its electric school bus program using three million dollars from the state’s settlement with Volkswagen over exaggerated fuel efficiency claims.
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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Bloc of DFL lawmakers opposes special session to repeal prone restraint law

Bloc of DFL lawmakers opposes special session to repeal prone restraint law

A group of 44 state lawmakers issued a statement Thursday saying the law should remain on the books that bars school staff and school resources officers from restraining students in a way that limits their breathing.
by Brian Bakst and Dana Ferguson

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Minneapolis approves purchase agreement for Roof Depot site

Minneapolis approves purchase agreement for Roof Depot site

The plot, known as the Roof Depot site, was targeted by the city for demolition. The East Phillips Neighborhood Institute took legal action to stop it. 
by MPR News Staff

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In Minnesota, thirsty crops put ground water levels at risk

In Minnesota, thirsty crops put ground water levels at risk

To help us understand the state of groundwater in Minnesota, MPR News host Cathy Wurzer spoke with Department of Natural Resources Hydrologist Ellen Considine, as well as Bob Shimek, an extension educator with White Earth Tribal and Community College who is active with water issues.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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Weekend weather: Chance of showers; coolest temps Sunday

Weekend weather: Chance of showers; coolest temps Sunday

We need some rain, and shower chances are in the weekend forecast. This weekend will be much cooler than last weekend.
by Ron Trenda

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Push begins in Minnesota to let terminally ill patients end their own lives

Push begins in Minnesota to let terminally ill patients end their own lives

Supporters of what’s called the End-of-Life Options Act launched a campaign this week to pass the legislation in 2024. It would give people with terminal illnesses access to medication to end their lives. 
by Dana Ferguson

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The 'cannabis talk' you should have with your kids

The 'cannabis talk' you should have with your kids

What does legal marijuana for adults mean for kids and teenagers? MPR News host Angela Davis talks with a pediatrician and an adolescent addiction psychiatrist about how cannabis affects young people and “the cannabis talk” adults should be having with their children.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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Mexico is on course to elect its first woman president

Mexico is on course to elect its first woman president

Mexico's two main political groups have chosen women presidential candidates. Former Mexico City Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum and Sen. Xóchitl Gálvez will face each other in next year's election.
by Eyder Peralta

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Minnesota drought widens; report shows worst conditions this year

Minnesota drought widens; report shows worst conditions this year

Thursday’s U.S. Drought Monitor report shows all categories of drought have expanded in the state, putting conditions at their worst so far this year with little in the way of significant precipitation in the forecast.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Listen: An interview with The Sioux Chef Sean Sherman at the State Fair

At the Minnesota State Fair this year, arts reporters Alex V. Cipolle and Jacob Aloi spoke with James Beard Award winning chef and Time 100 Influential Person Sean Sherman, known for the famous Minneapolis restaurant Owamni. Missed the interview at the State Fair? Listen to it here.
by Jacob Aloi and Alex V. Cipolle

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Guardians cool off the Twins and avoid a three-game sweep with 2-1 win

Guardians cool off the Twins and avoid a three-game sweep with 2-1 win

The Cleveland Guardians avoided the sweep and finally slowed down Minnesota's offense. Rookie Gavin Williams and four relievers combined on a two-hitter and the Guardians beat the Twins 2-1 on Wednesday.
by The Associated Press

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Hurricane Lee charges through open Atlantic waters as it approaches northeast Caribbean

Hurricane Lee charges through open Atlantic waters as it approaches northeast Caribbean

Hurricane Lee is whirling through open waters as forecasters warn it could become the first Category 5 storm of the Atlantic season. Lee's projected path takes it near the northeast Caribbean but not making landfall.
by The Associated Press

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As Al Quie is laid to rest, another family remembers enduring bond of faith, friendship

As Al Quie is laid to rest, another family remembers enduring bond of faith, friendship

Al Quie was a Minnesota governor and longtime member of Congress. But it was in his role as a church committeeman, a lifetime ago, that he reached out to a stranger — and formed an unexpected family bond that endures to this day.
by Tim Nelson

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Decreasing clouds west to east Thursday

Decreasing clouds west to east Thursday

Temperatures will be much cooler behind a cold front Wednesday. It will be windy with lingering clouds east but sunshine west. Air quality will be unhealthy at times west.
by Sven Sundgaard

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St. Paul City Council signals willingness to adjust marijuana ordinance; Twin Metals faces more legal blockades

The original proposal would have made it a petty misdemeanor to smoke cannabis or tobacco products on city-controlled property, including parks and sidewalks. But council members may adjust the proposal. And late Wednesday a U.S. District Court Judge dismissed a lawsuit that Twin Metals filed last year to try revive its stalled attempt to develop a proposed copper-nickel mine on the doorstep of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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First court-ordered community engagement sessions with Minneapolis Police Department reveal growing pains

First court-ordered community engagement sessions with Minneapolis Police Department reveal growing pains

Wednesday night was the last of an initial set of nine community engagement sessions mandated by a court-enforceable settlement agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Minnesota Department of Human Rights.
by Nina Moini

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Court dog Nova helps ease victims' trauma

Court dog Nova helps ease victims' trauma

Nova, a 6-year-old trained facility dog, recently made state history when she accompanied a young victim of sexual abuse as she testified on the witness stand. 
by Kirsti Marohn

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St. Paul City Council extends public comment on marijuana smoking ordinance

St. Paul City Council extends public comment on marijuana smoking ordinance

The original proposal would have made it a petty misdemeanor to smoke cannabis or tobacco products on city-controlled property, including parks and sidewalks. But council members may adjust the proposal.
by Jon Collins

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Judge throws out Twin Metals leases lawsuit

Judge throws out Twin Metals leases lawsuit

Late Wednesday a U.S. District Court Judge dismissed a lawsuit that Twin Metals filed last year to try revive its stalled attempt to develop a proposed copper-nickel mine on the doorstep of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
by Dan Kraker

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