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Stories from January 17, 2024

Ethnic studies in Minnesota schools; Investigation into antisemitism allegations at the U of M

A Minnesota judge has ruled the state can move forward with adopting new social studies standards — including ethnic studies — after making a small change. And the U.S. Department of Education has launched an investigation into the University of Minnesota over allegations of antisemitism on the Twin Cities campus.
by Emily Reese

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Minnesota ice season will be one for the record books

Minnesota ice season will be one for the record books

A January cold snap has created new ice on Minnesota lakes after record December warmth created open water on lakes across the state. The shortened ice season fits a long-term trend toward fewer days of frozen lakes across the state.
by Dan Gunderson

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Lawmakers call for IRS scrutiny of Trump-backed nonprofit that aids Jan. 6 rioters

Lawmakers call for IRS scrutiny of Trump-backed nonprofit that aids Jan. 6 rioters

A nonprofit that supports defendants charged in the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection is facing scrutiny over its political activity. “The IRS should investigate this case immediately,” said one congressman.
by Tom Dreisbach

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Maine court puts decision barring Trump from the state's primary ballot on hold

Maine court puts decision barring Trump from the state's primary ballot on hold

The Maine Superior Court has sent back the secretary of state’s decision to remove Donald Trump from the presidential primary ballot. The court says it’s waiting on the U.S. Supreme Court to weigh in.
by NPR's Washington Desk

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What Palestinians in Gaza may fear even more than Israeli bombardment

What Palestinians in Gaza may fear even more than Israeli bombardment

In the past three months, 2 million Palestinians have been internally displaced by war. Some far-right Israeli officials want them to leave Gaza altogether — evoking the trauma of past displacement.
by Lauren Frayer

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Minnesota nurse works to reduce barriers to breastfeeding with a focus on Somali families

Three months after a religious decree encouraged the use of donor breastmilk for vulnerable babies, Shukri Jumale is working to spread the word and make breastfeeding more accessible.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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New Minnesota prescription drug board gets up and running but expects industry resistance

New Minnesota prescription drug board gets up and running but expects industry resistance

A new panel established by the state Legislature will soon begin its work to try to make prescription drugs more affordable for Minnesotans. It’s called the Prescription Drug Affordability Board.
by Mark Zdechlik

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'You Only Call When You're in Trouble' is a witty novel to get you through the winter

'You Only Call When You're in Trouble' is a witty novel to get you through the winter

Stephen McCauley's comic novel offers readers the gift of laughter as well as a more expansive image of what family can be. Book critic Maureen Corrigan says it was a perfect January read.
by Maureen Corrigan

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Minnesota company illegally fired woman because she was pregnant

Minnesota company illegally fired woman because she was pregnant

A Minnesota company violated a woman’s civil rights when it fired her because she was pregnant. The Minnesota Human Rights Department called the action “blatant pregnancy discrimination.”
by Dan Gunderson

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Getting to Green: One home at a time  

Getting to Green: One home at a time  

A greener home reduces carbon emissions and can cut energy bills. But how do you get there? MPR News correspondents Dan Kraker and Kirsti Marohn guest host the second of three shows focused on the climate crisis and Minnesota’s energy future.  
by Kirsti Marohn, Dan Kraker and Maja Beckstrom

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A caregiving memoir by Minnesota psychotherapist Emma Nadler explores how to adapt

A caregiving memoir by Minnesota psychotherapist Emma Nadler explores how to adapt

“The Unlikely Village of Eden” is about learning to adapt when life doesn’t go to plan and how even though 53 million people are caregivers in the U.S., their reality is often ignored.
by Cathy Wurzer and Emily Bright

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Overdraft fees could drop to as low as $3 under new Biden proposal

Overdraft fees could drop to as low as $3 under new Biden proposal

The cost to overdraw a bank account could drop to as little as $3 under a proposal announced by the White House, the latest effort by the Biden administration to combat fees it says pose an unnecessary burden on American consumers, particularly those living paycheck to paycheck.
by The Associated Press

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Another Minnesota justice steps down. Equal rights amendment debate returns

Minnesota Supreme Court Justice Margaret Chutich says she plans to retire in July after eight years on the state's highest court. And backers of an equal rights amendment to the Minnesota Constitution are hopeful a proposal will come before voters as soon as this fall.
by Phil Picardi

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Wind has relaxed. Quite mild next week

Wind has relaxed. Quite mild next week

Blustery winds have ended. Cold temperatures continue through Saturday before a significant warmup.
by Bill Endersen

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Boil water advisory issued for western Minnesota city

Boil water advisory issued for western Minnesota city

According to an alert from Kandiyohi County, there was a loss of pressure in the water system in Raymond — and that might have allowed bacterial contamination to happen.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Minnesota Supreme Court grants quick review of voting rights law case

Minnesota Supreme Court grants quick review of voting rights law case

The state Supreme Court said it will decide the fate of a new voting rights law. It permits people with felony convictions to vote as long as they’re not behind bars.
by Brian Bakst

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Amid scrutiny, Boeing promises more quality checks. But is it enough?

Amid scrutiny, Boeing promises more quality checks. But is it enough?

The aircraft maker is under renewed pressure to strengthen quality management across its production lines. But critics say a fundamental cultural shift is needed.
by Vanessa Romo

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What to know about January's annual drug price hikes

What to know about January's annual drug price hikes

Spoiler: There are some decreases this year, too. Here's an overview of the changing prices and what to make of them.
by Sydney Lupkin

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Judge largely backs Minnesota’s social studies plan, including ethnic studies

Judge largely backs Minnesota’s social studies plan, including ethnic studies

A state administrative law judge on Tuesday OK’d much of the state’s plan to revamp state social studies standards, including new language requiring ethnic studies. The ruling lets the new standards move ahead with some small modifications.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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