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Stories from October 10, 2023

Astros hit 4 homers, with a pair by Abreu, to rout Twins 9-1 and take 2-1 ALDS lead

Astros hit 4 homers, with a pair by Abreu, to rout Twins 9-1 and take 2-1 ALDS lead

José Abreu hit a three-run homer for Houston in a four-run first inning against Sonny Gray and piled on with a two-run shot in the ninth to power the Astros past the Minnesota Twins 9-1. Houston leads the AL Division Series 2-1.
by The Associated Press

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A life not fully lived: Federal bill aims to prevent more opioid overdose deaths

A life not fully lived: Federal bill aims to prevent more opioid overdose deaths

Anastasia’s family said she lost her life after buying some pills on the social media app SnapChat. Later that night, Olga noticed the light shining out from under her daughter’s door. She knocked, then opened the door. She found her cold on her bed, with her face turning blue.
by Jon Collins

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Another frosty night for Minnesota

Another frosty night for Minnesota

Our weather patterns across Minnesota have shifted dramatically over the past week.
by Paul Huttner

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From sea to scene: Allan Sekula's ‘Fish Story’ at the Walker

From sea to scene: Allan Sekula's ‘Fish Story’ at the Walker

Allan Sekula's exhibit at the Walker Art Center showcases his critique of the maritime industry, intertwining photographs with rich contextual narratives.
by Max Sparber

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Report calls for changes in debt collection legal process in Minnesota

Report calls for changes in debt collection legal process in Minnesota

A new report from the Minnesota State Bar Association found confusing court processes are difficult to navigate for people trying to pay back debt — and debt litigation disproportionately affects low-income people and communities of color.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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California becomes the first state to ban 4 food additives linked to disease

California becomes the first state to ban 4 food additives linked to disease

Brominated vegetable oil, potassium bromate, propylparaben and red dye 3, which can be found in candy, cookies and more, will be banned starting in 2027 due to risk of cancer, other health effects.
by Joe Hernandez

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Chances grow for soaking rainfall by Friday

Chances grow for soaking rainfall by Friday

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Global Forecast System model cranks out widespread 1 to 3-inch rainfall totals across the Twin Cities and southern Minnesota from Thursday through Saturday.
by Paul Huttner

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Behind the scenes with MPR News journalists

Behind the scenes with MPR News journalists

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with five new staff journalists about what they do. Meet the Morning Edition producers, our early education reporter and the new Native News team. 
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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'I walk on this street every day:' Minneapolis teenager witnesses recent attacks in Israel

'I walk on this street every day:' Minneapolis teenager witnesses recent attacks in Israel

Eleanor Fink graduated from Southwest High School in June before joining a gap year program in Tel Aviv. We hear from Fink and her father, who is watching the situation from Minnesota.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gretchen Brown

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Mural honoring Dakota people unveiled in Red Wing

Mural honoring Dakota people unveiled in Red Wing

A community gathering Monday in Red Wing, Minn., celebrated the unveiling of a large-scale outdoor mural honoring the Dakota people and Chief Red Wing.
by MPR News Staff

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Vikings to put Justin Jefferson on injured reserve for 4-game absence

Vikings to put Justin Jefferson on injured reserve for 4-game absence

The Minnesota Vikings will place wide receiver Justin Jefferson on injured reserve according to a person with knowledge of the decision speaking to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the move had not been finalized. 
by The Associated Press

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'People do not want bombings': Minnesota Jewish community gathers after attack on Israel

'People do not want bombings': Minnesota Jewish community gathers after attack on Israel

The attack on Israel Saturday by Hamas militants has galvanized Jewish communities around the world — and in Minnesota. On Tuesday night, a solidarity gathering in St. Louis Park drew thousands of people.
by Matt Sepic

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Cool, bright Tuesday with evening frost possible; rain late Thursday

Cool, bright Tuesday with evening frost possible; rain late Thursday

Tuesday will again be seasonably cool with sunshine for most of central and southern Minnesota. Northeastern Minnesota will see more clouds. Rain develops late Thursday into Friday.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Twins will gladly give the ball to their bulldog Sonny Gray for Game 3 against the Astros

Twins will gladly give the ball to their bulldog Sonny Gray for Game 3 against the Astros

Sonny Gray was a high school quarterback who helped his team win consecutive Tennessee state football championships before narrowing his focus and joining Vanderbilt’s prestigious baseball program. He’s pitched 11 years in the major leagues and made the All-Star Game three times along the way.
by The Associated Press

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Emmer in line to rise in U.S. House GOP leadership

The rabble-rousing state lawmaker turned party insider could land a promotion to House majority leader amid other GOP shuffling, but insurgents in his party could stand in his way. Emmer currently serves as majority whip, the No. 3 position in Republican leadership. If Majority Leader Steve Scalise succeeds in his bid for House Speaker, that would put Emmer in line to move up. This is an MPR News morning update, Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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As Republicans split over House speaker, McCarthy positions himself as a de facto leader

As Republicans split over House speaker, McCarthy positions himself as a de facto leader

The ousted former speaker, Kevin McCarthy, has quickly jumped into the void, positioning himself as a de facto Republican leader.  But it’s not at all clear if McCarthy could seriously make a comeback — or if one of the other Republicans seeking the gavel, Steve Scalise or Jim Jordan, can be elected speaker as their majority stumbles into infighting.
by The Associated Press

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Cool with more sun Tuesday; rain late Thursday

Cool with more sun Tuesday; rain late Thursday

Tuesday will be another seasonably cool day with sunshine and highs mostly in the 50s. There will be more clouds northeast. Rain develops by late Thursday for southern Minnesota.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Israel regaining control of towns near Gaza as it works to secure border

Israel regaining control of towns near Gaza as it works to secure border

The Israeli military said it has largely regained control of areas in the south that had been attacked by militants from Hamas. The announcement came on the fourth day of war with Hamas.
by Larry Kaplow and Dave Mistich

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Minnesota Native reading project teaches 'present tense' of Indigenous lives

Minnesota Native reading project teaches 'present tense' of Indigenous lives

A book that tells the stories of the Upper Sioux Community may help students across the state learn more about Indigenous communities in Minnesota. Another tribal nation, the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community, is providing the books for free.
by Melissa Olson

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From insurgent to insider, Minnesota’s Emmer eyes next move

From insurgent to insider, Minnesota’s Emmer eyes next move

The rabble-rousing state lawmaker turned party insider could land a promotion to House majority leader amid other GOP shuffling, but insurgents in his party could stand in his way.
by Dana Ferguson

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Jewish summer camp staff, alumni mourn Israeli friend killed in attack

Jewish summer camp staff, alumni mourn Israeli friend killed in attack

Staff and alumni of a local Jewish summer camp are mourning the death of an Israeli man killed in the Hamas attack on Saturday. The website TC Jewfolk reports that Netta Epstein, 21, died in his apartment just outside the Gaza Strip while protecting his girlfriend from an exploding grenade.
by Matt Sepic

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