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Stories from April 22, 2025

Spectacular Wednesday ahead; a shot at 80 degrees Monday

Spectacular Wednesday ahead; a shot at 80 degrees Monday

Highs in the 70s are becoming more frequent. Next week is trending drier after Monday’s rain chances.
by Paul Huttner

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Judge orders DHS to restore visas to five international Concordia graduate students

Judge orders DHS to restore visas to five international Concordia graduate students

In his order, U.S. District Court Judge John Tunheim said the plaintiffs “clearly face irreparable harm” after having their student status terminated. His decision comes after two other judges granted similar restraining orders last week to other students targeted by the DHS.
by MPR News Staff

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St. Thomas student who spoke at Easter Sunday in Vatican City remembers Pope Francis

St. Thomas student who spoke at Easter Sunday in Vatican City remembers Pope Francis

Alex Lenzmeier, class of 2028, was one of a handful of students who gave a reading on Easter in St. Peter's Basilica and was surrounded by his peers when news of the pope’s passing broke Monday morning. He joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to share his experience of being in Italy right now.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Minnesota sues Trump administration; 3M plans for financial hit from tariffs

The state of Minnesota is suing the Trump's administration over threats to withhold federal funding because the state has not complied with executive orders regarding transgender people. Maplewood-based 3M said today it’s taking steps to mitigate what it estimates could be an $850 million annual impact on the company from tariffs.
by Emily Reese

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Sustainable jet fuel crops get a boost in state funding

Sustainable jet fuel crops get a boost in state funding

Researchers at the University of Minnesota say they’re planning to plant more crops that can be converted to airplane fuel. The state is putting $75,000 toward the research, with a goal of planting a million acres of winter-hardy fuel crops.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards fined $50,000 for obscene gesture and comment directed at heckler

Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards fined $50,000 for obscene gesture and comment directed at heckler

Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves has been fined $50,000 for directing inappropriate language and making an obscene gesture toward a fan during a playoff game against the Los Angeles Lakers.
by The Associated Press

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White Earth Casino plan near Moorhead faces local opposition

White Earth Casino plan near Moorhead faces local opposition

The White Earth Nation wants to build a large casino-convention complex near Moorhead. Local officials are concerned about financial and environmental implications of the proposed project.
by Dan Gunderson

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Americans Reconnect: Talking Across the Political Divide

Americans Reconnect: Talking Across the Political Divide

At a time of stark polarization, Americans Reconnect: Talking Across the Political Divide offers an antidote to our national malaise: stories of people who model the listening skills and humanity necessary to bridge political differences, showing that Americans are still capable of civility and compassion when they disagree over hot button issues.
by Catharine Richert, Annie Baxter and Nina Moini

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On the cusp of spring; next rain likely Thursday

On the cusp of spring; next rain likely Thursday

Our springy April weather pattern continues this week. Highs could hit 70 in the south Wednesday.
by Paul Huttner

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Minnesota Senate District 6 special election April 29

A special election is being held Tuesday, April 29, to fill a vacancy in Senate District 6. The candidates running are Republican Keri Heintzeman and DFLer Denise Slipy.

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Twin Cities nun on Pope Francis' legacy, hopes more women can rise in Catholic Church

Twin Cities nun on Pope Francis' legacy, hopes more women can rise in Catholic Church

Sister Carolyn Puccio joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition Tuesday to reflect on the pope’s accomplishments and shortfalls, and her hopes for his successor.
by Cathy Wurzer, Gracie Stockton and Lukas Levin

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Highway 10 in Coon Rapids reopens after truck hit bridge

Highway 10 in Coon Rapids reopens after truck hit bridge

A section of U.S. Highway 10 in Coon Rapids was closed Tuesday due to a crash. Officials said the Round Lake Boulevard bridge over Highway 10 appeared to be damaged as a result of the crash.
by MPR News Staff

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Indigenous Players vie for the 2025 Stanley Cup

Indigenous Players vie for the 2025 Stanley Cup

The challenge for hockey’s biggest prize, the Stanley Cup, is under way and once again Indigenous players are in the mix.

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Morning Announcements for April 22

Morning Announcements for April 22

These are the Morning Announcements for Tuesday, April 22. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
by MPR News Staff

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Pope Francis remembered for residential schools apology

Pope Francis remembered for residential schools apology

The Pope, who died Monday, said in a July 2022 visit to Canada that he was ‘deeply sorry’ for the Catholic Church’s role in the residential schools.

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3M estimates tariffs could have annual financial impact of $850 million

3M estimates tariffs could have annual financial impact of $850 million

Maplewood-based 3M saw its stock price jump sharply on Tuesday after better-than-expected earnings in the first quarter. But the company estimated that tariffs could add up to an annual financial impact of hundreds of millions of dollars.
by The Associated Press and MPR News Staff

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Trump administration to resume collections on student loan borrowers in default

Trump administration to resume collections on student loan borrowers in default

The Education Department says millions of borrowers in default will have a chance to make a payment or sign up for a repayment plan. But on May 5, those who don’t will be referred for collection.
by Jonaki Mehta and Steve Drummond

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Walgreens to pay up to $350 million in U.S. opioid settlement

Walgreens to pay up to $350 million in U.S. opioid settlement

The nationwide drugstore chain must pay the government at least $300 million and will owe another $50 million if the company is sold, merged or transferred before 2032, according to the settlement.
by The Associated Press

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Showers lift north Tuesday, more rain chances ahead

Showers lift north Tuesday, more rain chances ahead

Our latest round of moisture will lift north Tuesday morning. Wednesday will be mainly dry before more showers develop Thursday and late Sunday. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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Women’s flag football grows on college campuses, from startup clubs to varsity teams with NFL boost

Women’s flag football grows on college campuses, from startup clubs to varsity teams with NFL boost

Flag football participation by girls has continued to spike across the country, with the sport’s inclusion in the Summer Olympics lineup for Los Angeles in 2028 serving as the most recent bump.
by The Associated Press

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Catholics remember Pope Francis. U.S. Supreme Court weighs in on MN gun-carry permits for young adults

Catholics are remembering Pope Francis after his death Monday. At the same time, they’re thinking about what comes next for the church. The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected an appeal from the state of Minnesota seeking to revive the state’s ban on gun-carry permits for young adults.
by Phil Picardi

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Lawmakers discuss state oversight of rental housing following MPR News investigation

Lawmakers discuss state oversight of rental housing following MPR News investigation

MPR News found problems tied to inspections and local political pressures that leave low-income renters in potential danger across greater Minnesota. Now, some state lawmakers and lobbyists say change is necessary.
by Ellie Roth

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When process is enough: One artist reframes what success feels like

When process is enough: One artist reframes what success feels like

In his early 30s, Minneapolis theatermaker Kurt Engh reckons with burnout, redefines success and finds renewed purpose in the creative process over the spotlight.
by Jacob Aloi

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