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Stories from October 31, 2024

Minneapolis cannabis regulations won't mandate buffer zone between dispensaries

Minneapolis cannabis regulations won't mandate buffer zone between dispensaries

Cannabis dispensaries won’t open in Minneapolis until 2025. However, the city took a significant regulatory step Thursday by adopting a set of zoning rules that will apply to cannabis sellers, manufacturers and other related businesses. 
by MPR News Staff

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Warmer winters can mean more salt on Minnesota roads

Warmer winters can mean more salt on Minnesota roads

State maintenance engineer Jed Falgren spoke to MPR News chief meteorologist Paul Huttner about what MnDOT is doing to maximize road safety in a changing climate.
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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Independent review in Minneapolis neighbor shooting; judge dismisses lawsuit against Minnesota state trooper

Minneapolis city officials say there will be an independent review of the police handling of a case in which a man shot and wounded his neighbor last week. A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit against a Minnesota state trooper who shot and killed a motorist in July 2023.
by Emily Reese

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Minneapolis city officials plan independent review of police handling of shooting case

Minneapolis city officials plan independent review of police handling of shooting case

Minneapolis city officials said Thursday there will be an independent review of the Minneapolis Police Department’s handling of a south Minneapolis shooting. The announcement came after City Council voted to request a review of the shooting of Davis Moturi on Oct. 23.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox and Peter Cox

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The tradition of poetry on Día de los Muertos

The tradition of poetry on Día de los Muertos

You may be familiar with the decorative skulls seen during the celebration known as calaveras. But calavera is also a term for a poem written for the Day of the Dead.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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Help me find a sense of play at any age

Help me find a sense of play at any age

There’s evidence that grown-ups are happier, healthier and more creative when we make time for play. But with responsibilities and expectations and worries, it’s hard to do so. For professional help, we reached out to someone whose job requires a lot of play.
by Alanna Elder

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In a sign of the times, Minnesota camp for kids with HIV is closing

In a sign of the times, Minnesota camp for kids with HIV is closing

Camp Heartland in Willow River served as a safe haven for more than 30 years for kids with HIV. But with mother-to-child transmission of HIV virtually eliminated in the U.S., the camp is closing its doors.
by Cathy Wurzer and Ellen Finn

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At Bebe Zito, they put the scream in ice cream for Halloween

At Bebe Zito, they put the scream in ice cream for Halloween

On Halloween, we think of candy, of course. But that’s not the only sweet treat for the holiday. Ben Spangler and Gabriella Grant want you to scream for ice cream on Halloween. The owners of Bebe Zito are the masterminds behind the inventive ice cream flavors and otherworldly creations available at the shop’s four Twin Cities locations.
by Tom Crann and Heidi Raschke

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Minneapolis will pay man who witnessed Floyd’s murder $30,000

Minneapolis will pay man who witnessed Floyd’s murder $30,000

On Thursday the Minneapolis City Council agreed to settle McMillian’s lawsuit which alleges that he suffered from emotional distress due to what he experienced. 
by MPR News Staff

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Drought conditions expand to nearly all Minnesota

Drought conditions expand to nearly all Minnesota

Drought conditions continue to expand across the state, according to newly released data. Nearly the entire state is experiencing drought.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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What is your favorite monster?

What is your favorite monster?

What’s your favorite monster? MPR News guest host Jacob Aloi and guests talk about some of the otherworldly creatures that span all cultures — from the Yōkai of Japan, and the bigfoots of North American forests to Cookie Monster and Count Chocula.
by Jacob Aloi, Cari Dwyer, Alex V. Cipolle and Max Sparber

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Morning Announcements for Oct. 30-31

Morning Announcements for Oct. 30-31

Here are the morning announcements for Wednesday, Oct. 30, and Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024.
by MPR News Staff

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Ping! Harris and Trump are blowing up your phones with political texts in campaign's last days

Ping! Harris and Trump are blowing up your phones with political texts in campaign's last days

Across the U.S., people's phones are pinging with text messages from Donald Trump, Kamala Harris and their allies. Both sides are working the texting pipeline aggressively in the presidential campaign's last days.
by The Associated Press

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11 indicted in federal gang crackdown. Hennepin County scrambles to reset absentee ballot panel

A federal grand jury has indicted 11 alleged members of the Minneapolis Lows gang for racketeering conspiracy. And with the election just a few days away, Minnesota's most-populous county is scrambling to remake a panel overseeing absentee ballots after a court ruling Tuesday.
by Phil Picardi

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Snowy Halloween with winter weather advisories in Minnesota

Snowy Halloween with winter weather advisories in Minnesota

Winter weather advisories have been issued for Halloween with 2 to 4 inches of slushy accumulation expected alongside gusty north-northeast winds. Cooler temperatures are anticipated for trick-or-treating.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Snow falling across much of southern, central Minnesota for Halloween. What you need to know

Snow falling across much of southern, central Minnesota for Halloween. What you need to know

It’s been a Halloween of frightful weather across much of Minnesota as rain changed over to accumulating snow — leading to dangerous driving conditions and widespread power outages.
by Andrew Krueger

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Crowdsourced voting fraud claims could become grist for Republican lawsuits

Crowdsourced voting fraud claims could become grist for Republican lawsuits

One hub for rumors and conspiracies about voting is X, the social media site once known as Twitter. There, users are floating unverified and false claims about voting that can quickly go viral.
by Huo Jingnan

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Harris and Trump will bring their closing arguments to 2 key Southwest swing states

Harris and Trump will bring their closing arguments to 2 key Southwest swing states

With five days left until Election Day, the candidates are expected to make a pitch to Latino voters in Arizona and Nevada — and talk about border security, one of the biggest issues for the campaign.
by Ximena Bustillo

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Millions of low-cost homes are deteriorating, making the U.S. housing shortage worse

Millions of low-cost homes are deteriorating, making the U.S. housing shortage worse

Older homes are the only ones many Americans can afford, but they are costly to fix and maintain, especially for seniors. A patchwork of programs to help are underfunded and have years-long waitlists.
by Jennifer Ludden and Marisa Peñaloza

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With assurance and support, Native people with felony records head out to vote

With assurance and support, Native people with felony records head out to vote

A law allowing people with a felony on their record to vote offers people once disenfranchised from the process a chance to engage once more. In Minnesota, this is especially true for Native American voters.
by Allison Herrera

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For these Arab-Americans, the election offers no easy choices

For these Arab-Americans, the election offers no easy choices

The upcoming election is highlighting the frustrations and aspirations of Arab-Americans, many of who are planning to vote Green.
by Sarah Thamer

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After 38 years of consistency, Winona-area House district to gain new lawmaker after intense race

After 38 years of consistency, Winona-area House district to gain new lawmaker after intense race

In politically-split Winona, two candidates are seeking to replace a longtime legislator. The outcome of the race could determine party control of the Minnesota House.
by Catharine Richert

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Arnold Schwarzenegger has endorsed Kamala Harris for president

Arnold Schwarzenegger has endorsed Kamala Harris for president

Schwarzenegger served as the governor of California from 2003 to 2011. He said he is frustrated with both parties, and does not trust either, but felt compelled to speak out.
by Ayana Archie

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