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Stories from April 21, 2025

These 2 funny books give readers a reason to smile in tough times

Dorothy Parker’s posthumously published collection is “Poems” and Camilla Barnes’ debut novel is: The Usual Desire to Kill.” Both affirm: sharp humor can be grounded in pain.
by Maureen Corrigan

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5 things Minnesota got right since Earth Day 1970

5 things Minnesota got right since Earth Day 1970

Minnesota has multiple success stories that produced a cleaner environment since the original Earth Day in 1970.
by Paul Huttner

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Minnesota churches remember Pope Francis; St. Paul mayor gives State of the City address

This morning's mass at the Cathedral of St. Paul started with a moment of silence for Pope Francis, who passed away earlier today. St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter says the city is making progress on its goal to bring 20,000 new residents to downtown.
by Emily Reese

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North Mankato’s industrial park soon to be site of Amazon delivery hub

North Mankato’s industrial park soon to be site of Amazon delivery hub

The project is expected to open in December. It’s anticipated to bring about 75 new jobs into the area. The delivery hub is dubbed a “last-mile” center, which means products shipped from Amazon’s larger facilities will be sent to the North Mankato center.
by Hannah Yang

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Third man pleads guilty to aiding in Nudieland mass shooting

Third man pleads guilty to aiding in Nudieland mass shooting

Elias Thompson, 21, pled guilty on Monday afternoon for aiding an offender in a mass shooting that happened at a Minneapolis punk show in 2023.
by Nicole Ki

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Minnesotan studying in Rome reacts to Pope’s death

Minnesotan studying in Rome reacts to Pope’s death

Aselya Gullickson is a student at Carleton College and is currently studying in Rome. She spoke with MPR News host Tom Crann.
by Tom Crann and Gretchen Brown

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Eichorn pleads not guilty to federal solicitation charge

Eichorn pleads not guilty to federal solicitation charge

Former Minnesota State Senator Justin Eichorn on Monday returned to court in St. Paul where he pleaded not guilty to a charge of trying to sexually solicit a minor during a brief arraignment hearing. Federal prosecutors allege that Eichorn, 40, exchanged explicit texts with a 17-year-old girl who turned out to be an undercover officer.
by Matt Sepic

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Timberwolves and Wild both look to make playoff run

Timberwolves and Wild both look to make playoff run

The Timberwolves dominated their first post-season game against the L.A. Lakers, while the Wild lost their playoff opener against the Las Vegas Golden Knights.
by Nina Moini and Alanna Elder

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St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter celebrates progress in State of the City address

St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter celebrates progress in State of the City address

St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter celebrated progress in public safety and housing in his annual State of the City address Monday — and vowed to keep up progress in the midst of federal funding cuts and policy changes.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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New data provides first look at tribally owned businesses

New data provides first look at tribally owned businesses

The data from the Minneapolis Federal Reserve’s Center for Indian Country Development hopes to enable further research about businesses owned by tribal governments, which has been historically understudied.
by Nina Moini and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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Theologian: Why Pope Francis’ death, legacy matter even if you’re not Catholic

Theologian: Why Pope Francis’ death, legacy matter even if you’re not Catholic

Massimo Faggioli, a professor of theology and religious studies and a leading voice on the inner workings of the Catholic Church, joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition with a look at the pope’s legacy.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Clearing skies by Monday afternoon; another round of rain Monday night

Clearing skies by Monday afternoon; another round of rain Monday night

After a cloudy and drizzly start to the work week, conditions will steadily improve through Monday afternoon and evening. Expect increasing sunshine as the day progresses, with temperatures climbing into the 60s.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Regional Climate Centers shut down abruptly this week. Here's why it matters

Regional Climate Centers shut down abruptly this week. Here's why it matters

The closure of four of the six Regional Climate Centers across the U.S. occurred after funding from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ran out. A recent report stated that the Trump administration plans to propose a 25 percent cut to NOAA's budget next fiscal year.

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Hegseth had a second Signal chat where he shared details of Yemen strike, New York Times reports

Hegseth had a second Signal chat where he shared details of Yemen strike, New York Times reports

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth created another Signal messaging chat that included his wife and brother where he shared similar details of a March military airstrike against Yemen’s Houthi militants that were sent in another chain with top Trump administration leaders. 
by The Associated Press

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A brief history of Trump’s feud with Pope Francis

A brief history of Trump’s feud with Pope Francis

Trump praised the pope at the start of Francis’s papacy, in 2013. But relations soured during the 2016 election, when Francis criticized Trump’s proposal to build a wall on the U.S.-Canada border.
by Rachel Treisman

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Morning Announcements for April 21

Morning Announcements for April 21

These are the Morning Announcements for Monday, April 21. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
by MPR News Staff

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Our Canada Connections: How some Canadians are responding to Trump's tariffs

Our Canada Connections: How some Canadians are responding to Trump's tariffs

MPR News hosts Angela Davis and Chris Farrell for their special, “Our Canada Connections.” Find out how some Canadians are talking about Americans since President Donald Trump announced changes to U.S. tariff policies.
by Angela Davis, Chris Farrell and Cari Dwyer

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Sell USA? Why Trump’s tariffs may be sparking a historic storm on Wall Street

Sell USA? Why Trump’s tariffs may be sparking a historic storm on Wall Street

When Trump announced sweeping tariffs this month, he called it “Liberation Day.” But there are fears that it may well have been the day foreign investors started to lose faith in the United States.
by Rafael Nam

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Pope Francis has died. Minnesota lawmakers return to St. Paul after Easter/Passover break

Pope Francis has died. He was history’s first Latin American pontiff. He was 88. The Vatican made the announcement today, a day after the Pope appeared in St. Peter's Square on Easter Sunday. 
by Phil Picardi

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Minnesotans mourn Pope Francis at Cathedral, honor his empathy and compassion

Minnesotans mourn Pope Francis at Cathedral, honor his empathy and compassion

Minnesotans paid their respects for Pope Francis, who died Monday the age of 88. Many expressed their admiration for the pope, who they see as humble, compassionate and an excellent listener.
by MPR News Staff

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Showers end Monday with more rain on the way

Showers end Monday with more rain on the way

Showers end Monday with more on the way Tuesday and Thursday. Temperatures will be above normal most of the week. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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Global tributes pour in to honor Pope Francis after his death

Global tributes pour in to honor Pope Francis after his death

Tributes to Pope Francis instantly poured in from around the world from presidents to people of all walks of like. The Vatican announced the pontiff’s death on Monday at age 88.
by The Associated Press

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In Thunder Bay, Canadians shift from economic anger to action over U.S. tariffs 

In Thunder Bay, Canadians shift from economic anger to action over U.S. tariffs 

After months of tariff threats and taunting from President Donald Trump, Canadians have had it. Canadian consumers and businesses are showing their displeasure with their wallets as they deal with new costs and political chaos imposed on them.  
by Chris Farrell

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Red Lake Nation citizen cited for ‘fake’ license plates in Georgia

Red Lake Nation citizen cited for ‘fake’ license plates in Georgia

A Red Lake tribal member says he was “relieved” to return to his North Branch home following a traffic stop in Georgia that resulted in his tribal license plates being removed.
by Melissa Olson

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Reporter’s notebook: Hey Canada, we know relations are strained. Can we talk?

Reporter’s notebook: Hey Canada, we know relations are strained. Can we talk?

Political threats, taunts and tariffs are changing how Canadians think about Americans. Relations are strained but not broken, yet. MPR News host Angela Davis led a road trip to Thunder Bay, Ontario, to listen. Here’s what she heard.
by Angela Davis

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Minnesota lawmakers return for the last leg of session. Here’s what to watch

Minnesota lawmakers return for the last leg of session. Here’s what to watch

They have a month to pass a balanced two-year state budget with funding for schools, public safety, health programs and more before they adjourn. But federal changes could force them back for a rewrite.
by Dana Ferguson

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Land speculators and lawmakers: How St. Peter nearly became Minnesota’s capital

Land speculators and lawmakers: How St. Peter nearly became Minnesota’s capital

A bill at the Legislature this session seeks to designate St. Peter as Minnesota’s honorary capital, a nod to its nearly famous status. It’s also intended to set the record straight on exactly what happened during Minnesota’s last year before statehood. 
by Anika Besst

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She's on a mission to end human trafficking in rural Minnesota

She's on a mission to end human trafficking in rural Minnesota

Anne LaFrinier-Ritchie grew up in northern Minnesota wanting to be a journalist. Life led her instead to become a social worker and then to devote herself to protecting the state’s most vulnerable children. 
by Dan Gunderson

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