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Stories from December 12, 2023

Death of Adam Johnson from skate blade prompts new look at neck guard mandates in youth hockey

Death of Adam Johnson from skate blade prompts new look at neck guard mandates in youth hockey

The death of hockey player Adam Johnson from a skate blade cut to his throat has renewed debate over whether there needs to be uniform standards and mandates for neck guards and other safety equipment in youth hockey.
by The Associated Press

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Hennepin County Attorney's Office may open more cases where wrongful conviction is suspected

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty says her office will consider more wrongful conviction claims. She announced Tuesday they will establish a conviction integrity unit following Monday’s release of Marvin Haynes from a Stillwater prison. A judge vacated his murder conviction after the Great North Innocence Project took up the case. Also, Metro Transit will soon deploy a code of conduct for riders. This is the evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Feven Gerezgiher. The theme music is by Gary Meister.
by Feven Gerezgiher

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Professor, former regent allege faculty post on U of M website is ‘antisemitic’

Professor, former regent allege faculty post on U of M website is ‘antisemitic’

A University of Minnesota law professor and a former regent have asked the U.S. Department of Education to investigate their concerns about alleged antisemitism after faculty posted an opinion statement on an official university website.
by Cathy Wurzer, Gracie Stockton and Peter Cox

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Holiday light displays, winter events in Minnesota

Holiday light displays, winter events in Minnesota

There may not be much snow on the ground, but that festive time of the year is finally here. There are plenty of holiday light displays happening around Minnesota to check out this year.
by Carly Berglund

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Behind the microphone with David Brancaccio

Behind the microphone with David Brancaccio

You’ve probably heard his voice on the radio, but how much do you know about David Brancaccio? MPR News host Angela Davis talks with the host of Marketplace Morning Report about his career, how the economy is doing and his surprising connection to Minnesota.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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At 1 Gaza hospital, doctors are fleeing, supplies are low and there’s not enough beds

At 1 Gaza hospital, doctors are fleeing, supplies are low and there’s not enough beds

In the Palestinian territory's second-largest city, Khan Younis, thousands have taken shelter on the grounds of Nasser Medical Complex, where staff describe an increasingly desperate situation.
by Anas Baba and Scott Neuman

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Harvard affirms President Claudine Gay will not step down over antisemitism testimony

Harvard affirms President Claudine Gay will not step down over antisemitism testimony

Gay faced growing criticism from lawmakers, alumni and donors for not denouncing violence and hateful rhetoric against Jewish students more clearly or forcefully enough during congressional testimony.
by Juliana Kim, Bill Chappell and Elissa Nadworny

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These pros help keep ailing, aging loved ones safe — but it's a costly service

These pros help keep ailing, aging loved ones safe — but it's a costly service

Private care management, often nurses or social workers, is a growing field that helps people navigate the elder care system. People call it "a game changer" — but it comes at a high price.
by Ashley Milne-Tyte

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After a chilly Tuesday an unusually long stretch of mild weather develops

After a chilly Tuesday an unusually long stretch of mild weather develops

December so far looks an awful lot like a typical El Niño set up. We have one chilly day Tuesday and then it’s back to prolonged warmth. Friday brings the only chance of measurable precipitation. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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Chillier Tuesday but close to normal. Very mild days ahead

Chillier Tuesday but close to normal. Very mild days ahead

It’s a colder morning Tuesday with northwest winds making for subzero and single-digit wind chills. Tuesday will actually be closer to normal before we see another big warm up. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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8 arrested during pro-Palestinian protest. Marvin Haynes exonerated

Eight people were arrested last night during a pro-Palestinian protest that blocked traffic in Minneapolis. And a Minnesota man who spent nearly two decades in prison for murder woke up today a free man. 
by Phil Picardi

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Commission slims roster of potential Minnesota flags to 3 designs

Commission slims roster of potential Minnesota flags to 3 designs

A state commission moved from six flag finalists to three and could select a concept this week to refine by the end of the year. It finished work on a new state seal with a red-eyed loon at the center.
by Dana Ferguson

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Heat pumps poised to accelerate Minnesota’s green energy transition

Heat pumps poised to accelerate Minnesota’s green energy transition

Heat pumps are making inroads in Minnesota as a cost-effective, carbon-friendly way to heat homes and businesses, and new state and federal incentives have the industry gearing up for more growth.
by Dan Kraker

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