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Stories from January 5, 2024

What's Making Us Happy: A guide to your weekend viewing, reading and listening

What's Making Us Happy: A guide to your weekend viewing, reading and listening

Each week, Pop Culture Happy Hour guests and hosts share what’s bringing them joy. This week: the Fad Camp podcast, the novel “Silver Nitrate,” and America Ferrera’s much-discussed monologue in “Barbie.”
by Kristen Meinzer, Wailin Wong and Glen Weldon

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FDA approves Florida's plan to import cheaper drugs from Canada

FDA approves Florida's plan to import cheaper drugs from Canada

The Food and Drug Administration’s authorization of Florida’s plan to import prescription medicines from Canada is a first. But the state still has hurdles to clear before imports could begin.
by Sydney Lupkin

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Vatican finds former Minnesota archbishop acted imprudently but committed no crimes

Vatican finds former Minnesota archbishop acted imprudently but committed no crimes

A lengthy Vatican investigation into misconduct allegations against Archbishop John Nienstedt, the former leader of the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis, concluded that he took “imprudent” actions but did not violate church law, the archdiocese announced Friday.
by The Associated Press

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Former Mayo Clinic doctor faces first degree murder charges; prominent Lake Elmo attorney faces disbarment

A former Mayo Clinic doctor is accused of poisoning his wife, Betty, with colchicine. Connor Bowman was initially charged with second degree murder, but a grand jury convened in Olmsted County is now charging him with first degree, premeditated murder. And the Minnesota Office of Lawyers Professional Responsibility said attorney Mike Padden forged a client's signature, repeatedly failed to appear at court hearings, and misappropriated client funds. Padden denied the allegations. In a statement, he called the investigation a "witch hunt." Those stories and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.
by Emily Reese

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Cross-country races preparing for less snow, but need more cold temperatures

Cross-country races preparing for less snow, but need more cold temperatures

While a number of cold weather specialties are changing plans, from the Beargrease cancellation to the Gunflint Mail Run moving to February, cross-country event planners for the Lopett Cross Country World Event and other races are holding their plans in place, for now.
by Matt Mikus

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Coming soon to Minnesota roadways: Oral tests for marijuana, other drug use by drivers

Coming soon to Minnesota roadways: Oral tests for marijuana, other drug use by drivers

The oral fluid test tools are set to be rolled out this month as part of a pilot project. Initial roadside tests will be able to detect THC, cocaine, opioids, amphetamine, methamphetamine and benzodiazepines.
by Dana Ferguson

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Kelliher begins new chapter in political career as head of Minneapolis operations

Kelliher begins new chapter in political career as head of Minneapolis operations

Former Speaker of the Minnesota House of Representatives, MnDOT Commissioner and Head of the Minneapolis Public Works Department, Margaret Anderson Kelliher was recently sworn in as Minneapolis’ first ever city operations officer.
by Jon Collins

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David Soul, the actor who portrayed the blond half of TV's 'Starsky and Hutch,' dies at 80

David Soul, the actor who portrayed the blond half of TV's 'Starsky and Hutch,' dies at 80

David Soul, known for his role in “Starsky & Hutch” and his hit song “Don’t Give Up on Us,” has died at 80; he started his acting and music career in Minnesota, notably performing at the same Dinkytown venue as Bob Dylan.
by The Associated Press

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China promises pandas for the U.S. on the 45th anniversary of the two nations' ties

China promises pandas for the U.S. on the 45th anniversary of the two nations' ties

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said the United States and China must insist on peaceful coexistence and promised that giant pandas would return to the U.S. — specifically California — by year end.
by The Associated Press

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Retirements add up in Minnesota House, with veteran lawmakers saying 2024 will be their last session

Retirements add up in Minnesota House, with veteran lawmakers saying 2024 will be their last session

Ahead of the upcoming session, several lawmakers have made clear this will be their final one at the state Capitol. Rep. Liz Olson, chair of the House Ways and Means Committee, is the latest.
by Dana Ferguson

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2023 is the 8th-warmest year in Minnesota history

2023 is the 8th-warmest year in Minnesota history

December and November saw record-breaking weather extremes, making 2023 the eighth-warmest year in state history. And although January may feel cooler, it’s still above average.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lukas Levin

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Winter weather advisories for northeast and northwest Minnesota

Winter weather advisories for northeast and northwest Minnesota

Snow showers will develop and expand over the next 24 hours across most of Minnesota. The heaviest accumulations will be along the North Shore. Temperatures will remain near or above normal. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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Minnesota rallies to beat Michigan 73-71

Minnesota rallies to beat Michigan 73-71

Mike Mitchell Jr. scored 18 points, Dawson Garcia had a double-double, and Minnesota rallied late and then held off Michigan for a 73-71 victory on Thursday night for its sixth-straight win.
by The Associated Press

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Tampa Bay Lightning beat banged-up Minnesota Wild 4-1

Tampa Bay Lightning beat banged-up Minnesota Wild 4-1

The Lightning handed the Wild their fourth consecutive loss Thursday night. Marc-Andre Fleury made 26 saves for the Wild, missing for the third-straight game the chance to match Patrick Roy for second place on the NHL victory list with 551.
by The Associated Press

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FAFSA delays are straining families and colleges

FAFSA delays are straining families and colleges

This year's federal aid form is new and improved. But it came three months later than normal, and in its first week, online access has been unpredictable.
by Nicole Cohen and Cory Turner

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Twin Cities to host 2026 World Junior Hockey Championship

Twin Cities to host 2026 World Junior Hockey Championship

USA Hockey confirmed Friday that the 2026 World Junior Hockey Championship will take place in the Twin Cities. It’ll be the 50th anniversary of the elite tournament that draws the top 10 national teams for players under age 20.
by MPR News Staff

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Parts of northeast Minnesota could see half-foot of snow this weekend

It won't erase the season-long snowfall deficit, but parts of northeast Minnesota may see a half-foot of snow by the end of this weekend.
by Elena See

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Respiratory illnesses are on the rise after the holidays

Respiratory illnesses are on the rise after the holidays

Cases of COVID-19 and the flu are high and increasing nationwide, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says. RSV cases are elevated but have started to fall in some places.
by Pien Huang

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Cube Critics discuss docuseries about cults

Cube Critics discuss docuseries about cults

Cube Critics Alex V. Cipolle and Nina Moini look at documentaries about cults: “Escaping Twin Flames,” “Desperately Seeking Soulmate” and “Love Has Won.”
by Alex V. Cipolle and Nina Moini

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Lawmaker: Raise fertilizer fees to help pay cost of nitrate pollution

Lawmaker: Raise fertilizer fees to help pay cost of nitrate pollution

DFL Rep. Rick Hansen says farmers should pay higher fees for nitrogen fertilizer, the source of the majority of nitrate contamination in southeast Minnesota. Farm groups oppose the idea.
by Kirsti Marohn

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