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Stories from November 21, 2023

Good travel weather most of Thanksgiving weekend

Good travel weather most of Thanksgiving weekend

A mild Wednesday gives way to colder weather by Thanksgiving Day.
by Paul Huttner

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Newest member of Minneapolis City Council sworn in early

Newest member of Minneapolis City Council sworn in early

Aurin Chowdhury took the oath of office at City Hall Tuesday to fill out the remainder of the term of outgoing city council member Andrew Johnson who resigned his seat before the end of the year to take on a new job.  
by MPR News Staff

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Fat, happy and healed: A movement toward fat liberation

Fat, happy and healed: A movement toward fat liberation

Organizers of Philly FatCon, Philadelphia's first ever fat-focused convention, set out to bring fat people together in a safe space last month.
by Jackie Molloy

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Andrew Johnson leaves Minneapolis City Hall after 10 years

Andrew Johnson leaves Minneapolis City Hall after 10 years

Before he ran for office a decade ago, Andrew Johnson was an I.T. systems engineer who was facing his third eye surgery to treat glaucoma. He didn’t know if he’d even have his vision in a few years, but he knew he wanted to serve. 
by Jon Collins

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Contract bargaining continues between Minneapolis and police union

The head of the Minneapolis police union is expressing skepticism about the prospects for efforts to recruit and retain officers. A proposal for an incentive package to attract and keep officers was rejected last week by the Minneapolis City Council.  That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.
by Jacob Aloi

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Millions could benefit from a new way out of student loan default

Millions could benefit from a new way out of student loan default

The U.S. Education Department has a new plan to help the nearly 7 million federal student loan borrowers who are in default rehabilitate their loans. But the clock is ticking.
by Cory Turner

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Border Patrol sending migrants to unofficial camps in California's desert, locals say

Border Patrol sending migrants to unofficial camps in California's desert, locals say

Residents of the Southern California border community of Jacumba say hundreds of migrants are dropped off every day at ad hoc sites where conditions are often dire. They call it a humanitarian crisis.
by Jasmine Garsd

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Ahead of World Cup ski season, Jessie Diggins talks about prioritizing her mental health

Ahead of World Cup ski season, Jessie Diggins talks about prioritizing her mental health

Earlier this year the Minnesota native spoke publicly about recent struggles with her eating disorder, after 12 years of recovery. This week she told reporters why she feels it’s important to share her story — and she said her priority is a “happy and healthy season.”
by MPR News Staff

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Palestinians in Israel cite threats, firings and discrimination after Oct. 7

Palestinians in Israel cite threats, firings and discrimination after Oct. 7

At least 20 percent of Israelis identify as Arab or Palestinian. Many say they have long felt like second-class citizens. The current war has worsened their position in the country, they say.
by Jaclyn Diaz and Lauren Frayer

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Just how does big data help businesses grow? A local entrepreneur explains

Big data means big money in the business world. Companies can use your data for all sorts of things, from new products and services, to figuring out how to market themselves better.
by Cathy Wurzer, Chris Farrell and Gretchen Brown

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Manure scent wafts across Minnesota on high winds and warm temps

Manure scent wafts across Minnesota on high winds and warm temps

Our warmer-than-average November came with high winds — which created the perfect conditions for the manure smell many experienced the past week. MPR News host Phil Picardi spoke with retired meteorologist and climatologist Mark Seeley on Morning Edition’s weekly weather chat.
by Phil Picardi and Lukas Levin

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Traffic-spotter hawk caught on MnDOT highway camera

Traffic-spotter hawk caught on MnDOT highway camera

A wide-eyed red-tailed hawk was caught by a Minnesota Department of Transportation traffic camera — and it looked almost as shocked to see the camera as we are to see it.
by Matt Mikus

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How the changing climate will affect polar bears

How the changing climate will affect polar bears

MPR News meteorologist Sven Sundgaard just got back from leading a learning vacation with 12 other Minnesotans to Churchill, Manitoba — the “polar bear capital of the world.” Sundgaard, along with Doug Clark from the University of Saskatchewan, conducted lectures on the changing climate of the region and its impact on polar bears.
by Sven Sundgaard

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How addiction is impacting Karen and Hmong communities

How addiction is impacting Karen and Hmong communities

Karen and Hmong parents in Minnesota say they are alarmed by the growing problem of substance abuse they see in their kids. But fixing it is difficult due to historical trauma, generational differences and a lack of access to health care. This North Star Journey Live discussion, done in partnership with Sahan Journal, looks at the issues and the solutions.
by Angela Davis and Kelly Gordon

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Cold front brings wind and flurries north Tuesday

Cold front brings wind and flurries north Tuesday

Blustery winds are ushering in colder air Tuesday, touching off some sprinkles in southeast Minnesota and snow showers northeast. Wednesday will be warmer before becoming much colder Thursday. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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Cooler, windy Tuesday with a few showers

Cooler, windy Tuesday with a few showers

Blustery northwest winds are bringing in cooler air Tuesday and creating a few sprinkles and snow showers. Wednesday will be briefly warmer before a bigger temperature drop Thursday. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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Commission aims to find flag finalists. Fairview ending partnership with U of M

The State Emblems Redesign Commission meets Tuesday with the goal of picking finalists for a new state flag and seal. And Fairview Health Services has notified the University of Minnesota that it does not plan to extend its current partnership.
by Phil Picardi

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A novel prison program for pregnant women and their babies

A novel prison program for pregnant women and their babies

Minnesota is believed to be the first state that allows some mothers live outside of prison with their new babies.
by Alisa Roth

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Hamas leader says deal to release some hostages could come soon

Hamas leader says deal to release some hostages could come soon

As fighting around a hospital in northern Gaza continues, the head of Hamas' political wing says mediators in Qatar are "close to reaching" a deal with Israel for a pause in the fighting.
by Scott Neuman

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Minnesota sees historic levels of hunger ahead of holiday season

Minnesota sees historic levels of hunger ahead of holiday season

Food shelves across the state say they expect to serve more people than ever before this year due to a combination of inflation and pandemic-era safety nets drying up.
by Nina Moini

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Teacher contract deals remain elusive in most Minnesota districts

Teacher contract deals remain elusive in most Minnesota districts

Most of the state’s licensed teachers are currently working under expired contracts. In some school districts, educators are rallying as a way to increase the pressure for a deal.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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Farm Bureau: Thanksgiving dinner costs slightly down from last year's record high

Farm Bureau: Thanksgiving dinner costs slightly down from last year's record high

One of the most expensive Thanksgiving meals is deemed to be underway for the upcoming holiday, with the average cost of the classic feast for 10 coming in at $61.17, or $6.20 per person, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation’s (AFBF) 38th annual survey.
by Kyre Johnson

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Smith Foundry faces scrutiny after inspection finds violations, activists pressure state to step in

Smith Foundry faces scrutiny after inspection finds violations, activists pressure state to step in

An iron foundry in south Minneapolis is facing scrutiny after a federal inspection in May found violations of both federal and state pollution regulations. Now, local activists and neighbors are pressuring state and federal regulators to step in.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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