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Stories from April 4, 2025

Markets plunge after China retaliates against Trump tariffs

Markets plunge after China retaliates against Trump tariffs

Wall Street’s worst crisis since COVID-19 slammed into a higher gear. The S&P 500 plummeted 6 percent Friday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged 5.5 percent and the Nasdaq composite dropped 5.8 percent. The losses came after China matched President Donald Trump’s big raise in tariffs announced earlier this week.
by The Associated Press

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Rain and snow mix possible with cold front; sunny and cool weekend ahead

Rain and snow mix possible with cold front; sunny and cool weekend ahead

A cold front moving across the state will bring a chance for rain and snow showers through Friday night with minimal accumulations expected. Looking ahead, the weekend will feature bright sunshine and high pressure but temperatures will remain cooler than average.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Exit interview: MPR's Euan Kerr, a constant and memorable voice, retires after 40 years

Exit interview: MPR's Euan Kerr, a constant and memorable voice, retires after 40 years

Euan Kerr started in 1985 as a research assistant, and later spent time covering Minneapolis City Hall, the arts and most recently, has been the editor for our regional reporters across the state.
by Tom Crann and Gretchen Brown

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Supreme Court sides with administration over Education Department grants

Supreme Court sides with administration over Education Department grants

By a 5-4 vote, the justices allowed the administration to freeze millions of dollars in grant funding for diversity and instructional programs at public and private universities.
by Nina Totenberg and Christina Gatti

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Minnesota on screen: Five local films at MSPIFF

Minnesota on screen: Five local films at MSPIFF

A look at five standout Minnesota-made films featured at this year’s Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival, showcasing local stories, talent and perspectives.
by Jacob Aloi, Alex V. Cipolle and Max Sparber

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Trump extends TikTok's sell-by deadline again

Trump extends TikTok's sell-by deadline again

On his first day in office, President Trump used an executive order to hit pause on the TikTok ban for 75 days. Now he's pushing back that deadline.
by Bobby Allyn

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Higher prices are likely for these 10 grocery items when tariffs hit

Higher prices are likely for these 10 grocery items when tariffs hit

A trip to the grocery or liquor store is about to become even more expensive, economists say. From seafood to olive oil, these items will likely cost more under President Trump's tariffs.
by Scott Neuman

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Politics Friday: Budget begins to take shape as leaders huddle

Politics Friday: Budget begins to take shape as leaders huddle

MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst talks with the top budget adviser to the governor: Erin Campbell, commissioner of Minnesota Management and Budget. Then, a conversation with the new DFL Party Chair Richard Carlbom.
by Brian Bakst and Matthew Alvarez

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Morning Announcements for April 4

Morning Announcements for April 4

These are the Morning Announcements for Friday, April 4. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
by MPR News Staff

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Minnesota rabbis say Trump administration’s tactics against antisemitism aren’t making Jewish people safer

Minnesota rabbis say Trump administration’s tactics against antisemitism aren’t making Jewish people safer

The Minnesota Rabbinical Association released a letter on Tuesday calling the Trump administration’s immediate solution to curbing antisemitism “short-sighted.”
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Women’s Final Four brings powerhouses UConn, UCLA, Texas and South Carolina to Tampa

Women’s Final Four brings powerhouses UConn, UCLA, Texas and South Carolina to Tampa

Three of four teams in the women’s Final Four are No. 1 seeds. None of the four have lost more than three games this season. All but one have been the top-ranked team in the country at some point. 
by The Associated Press

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Edwards shakes off injury scare and scores 28 points to lead Timberwolves past Nets 105-90

Edwards shakes off injury scare and scores 28 points to lead Timberwolves past Nets 105-90

Brooklyn coach Jordi Fernandez took the blame for Minnesota star Anthony Edwards’ injury scare in the Nets’ 105-90 loss to the Timberwolves. Fernandez says he was trying to move out of the way and has “to be faster than that.”
by The Associated Press

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States sue to block Trump’s election order, saying it violates the Constitution

States sue to block Trump’s election order, saying it violates the Constitution

Democratic officials in 19 states are suing over President Donald Trump’s attempt to reshape elections across the U.S., calling it an unconstitutional invasion of states’ clear authority to run their own elections. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison is one of the 19 officials suing.
by The Associated Press

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Morning Edition celebrates editor Euan Kerr’s 40 years at MPR News as he retires

Morning Edition celebrates editor Euan Kerr’s 40 years at MPR News as he retires

In his 40 years, Euan Kerr has covered everything from the arts and city hall to rambunctious critters at the State Fair. Morning Edition dug through the archives to find some favorites and highlight Kerr’s contributions to the newsroom and the community.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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International students studying in U.S. continue to be targeted. Anti-Trump protests expected this weekend

The Trump Administration is continuing to target international students attending college in Minnesota and the U.S. The University of Minnesota says it's now aware of three students across its system who've had their visas canceled. And protesters are mobilizing across the U.S. for an anti-Trump protest this weekend.
by Phil Picardi

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Cold front drops temperatures for the weekend

Cold front drops temperatures for the weekend

We’ll be warmer in southeastern Minnesota ahead of a cold front that will drop temperatures and create some rain and snow showers later Friday. The weekend looks dry, bright and cool. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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RAGBRAI (and MN): For first time, iconic Iowa cycling event will include Minnesota on its route

RAGBRAI (and MN): For first time, iconic Iowa cycling event will include Minnesota on its route

Organizers of the Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa — that’s RAGBRAI for short — on Thursday released this July’s 400-mile route. For the first time, it takes the thousands of cyclists into Minnesota.
by MPR News Staff

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Sex ed in Minnesota schools is up for a rewrite: 4 things to know

Sex ed in Minnesota schools is up for a rewrite: 4 things to know

Lawmakers, advocates, students and teachers are working now to update standards for teaching sexual health education in schools. But the topic is uncomfortable and reaching a deal will be a challenge. Here’s where things stand now.
by Sam Stroozas

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Cross-cultural concert series blends Somali memory with soul music's joy

Cross-cultural concert series blends Somali memory with soul music's joy

A new concert series called “Meet You at the Crossroads” brings together Somali blues and Black soul music in a cross-cultural collaboration led by Ahmed Ismail Yusuf and JD Steele, highlighting the Twin Cities' diversity through shared musical traditions.
by Jacob Aloi

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Twins president speaks to season ahead, new watching options for baseball fans

Twins president speaks to season ahead, new watching options for baseball fans

Derek Falvey recently stepped into a new role as president of baseball and business operations for the Twins. He joined Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer to talk about what’s in store this season before the gates opened.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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