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Stories from June 4, 2025

As state workers return to the office, downtown St. Paul’s Keys Cafe is optimistic

As state workers return to the office, downtown St. Paul’s Keys Cafe is optimistic

MPR News host Catharine Richert sat down with Keys Cafe owner Carol Hunn-Gregory at the downtown St. Paul restaurant to find out what it has been like to weather the past five years.
by Catharine Richert and Gretchen Brown

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Shutdown planning moves into picture amid upbeat talk of completing a Minnesota budget

Shutdown planning moves into picture amid upbeat talk of completing a Minnesota budget

For weeks top state leaders have tried to tie up loose ends on a new Minnesota budget. Weeks from now there would be a partial government shutdown if they can’t cross off remaining items.
by Clay Masters and Peter Cox

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Layoffs possible if lawmakers don't reach deal; Cleaner air in the forecast for Minnesota

Gov. Tim Walz says his administration will send out tens of thousands of layoff notices by Monday if legislative leaders don't reach a final deal before then that can win passage in a special legislative session.
by Emily Bright

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Sen. Ron Johnson says Trump's megabill 'doesn't have a chance of passing' Senate

Sen. Ron Johnson says Trump's megabill 'doesn't have a chance of passing' Senate

Republican Sen. Ron Johnson told NPR that President Donald Trump's domestic policy bill — which narrowly passed the House — will not pass the Senate in its current form because it will "skyrocket" the deficit.
by Scott Detrow, Noah Caldwell and John Ketchum

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Minnesota officials warn of scam ‘DMV’ texts

Minnesota officials warn of scam ‘DMV’ texts

The text says if the respondent fails to take action by clicking on a link, they will face major penalties, including vehicle registration suspension and stiff fines — but the claims are false.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Edmund White, who broke ground in gay literature, has died at 85

Many of White’s books chronicled his own experiences as a gay man, making an indelible impression on gay culture and how LGBTQ experiences were understood more broadly at the dawning of the AIDS health crisis.
by Neda Ulaby

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Role reversal: Millions of kids are caregivers for elders. Why their numbers might grow.

Role reversal: Millions of kids are caregivers for elders. Why their numbers might grow.

Researchers estimate at least 5.4 million U.S. children who provide care to an adult in their home. As state officials eye federal Medicaid funding cuts that could drastically reduce home care services for those who are disabled or have chronic health conditions, many predict that number will rise.

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Derrick Thompson’s brother says he never drove SUV linked to crash that killed 5

Derrick Thompson’s brother says he never drove SUV linked to crash that killed 5

Thompson’s defense has said that it was Damarco Thompson who was driving the Cadillac Escalade during the crash that killed five Somali-American young women in south Minneapolis.

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Driver escapes serious injury after semi crashes off I-94 in western Minnesota, lands on county road below

Driver escapes serious injury after semi crashes off I-94 in western Minnesota, lands on county road below

The driver of a semi escaped serious injury after a crash along Interstate 94 in western Minnesota on Wednesday that sent the tractor-trailer tumbling down an embankment and onto a county road.
by MPR News Staff

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Trump wants to cut tribal college funding by nearly 90%, putting them at risk of closing

Trump wants to cut tribal college funding by nearly 90%, putting them at risk of closing

ProPublica found that Congress was underfunding tribal colleges by a quarter-billion dollars per year. Rather than fixing the problem, proposed federal funding cuts unveiled this week would devastate the schools, tribal education leaders say.

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Hazy skies clearing with possible return of smoke this weekend

Hazy skies clearing with possible return of smoke this weekend

In a bizarre sight on Tuesday, many Minnesotans witnessed rain pouring through smokey air. MPR Chief Meteorologist Paul Huttner joins MPR News host Nina Moini to explain a wacky week of weather and what’s to come.
by Nina Moini and Ellen Finn

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Grand Rapids, Willmar residency programs aim to train more doctors in rural health care

Grand Rapids, Willmar residency programs aim to train more doctors in rural health care

The University of Minnesota Medical School is expanding rural physician training in the state with a new residency program planned for Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital in Grand Rapids.
by Nina Moini and Ellie Roth

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Hennepin County Sheriff concerned about misinformation, armored vehicles in Tuesday operation

Hennepin County Sheriff concerned about misinformation, armored vehicles in Tuesday operation

The Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office partnered with federal agencies to carry out the investigation that led dozens of federal agents to surround a south Minneapolis restaurant, according to a statement posted on social media.
by Nina Moini and Ellie Roth

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Trump tax bill will add $2.4 trillion to the deficit and leave 10.9 million more uninsured, CBO says

Trump tax bill will add $2.4 trillion to the deficit and leave 10.9 million more uninsured, CBO says

President Donald Trump’s big bill will cut taxes by $3.75 trillion but increase deficits by $2.4 trillion and leave 10.9 million more people without health insurance over the next decade.
by The Associated Press

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What made Mount Etna's latest eruption so rare

What made Mount Etna's latest eruption so rare

Mount Etna has again captivated the world with a spectacular show. But the defining event of Monday’s eruption was the more rare pyroclastic flow from the southwestern crater not visible from a distance.
by The Associated Press

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Morning Announcements for June 4

Morning Announcements for June 4

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

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Living with and reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia

Living with and reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia

Does someone you love have Alzheimer’s disease? Or do you wonder what you can do to reduce your risk of developing it? MPR News host Angela Davis talks about the latest research and how to support caregivers. 
by Angela Davis and Cari Dwyer

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Castro homers twice and Twins win 10-3, sending Athletics to 8th straight loss and 19th in 20 games

Castro homers twice and Twins win 10-3, sending Athletics to 8th straight loss and 19th in 20 games

Willi Castro hit a pair of homers and the Minnesota Twins scored four runs in both the sixth and seventh innings to hand the Athletics their eighth straight loss and 19th in their last 20 games, 10-3.
by The Associated Press

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With steel tariffs doubling today, a North Carolina manufacturer wonders how to compete

With steel tariffs doubling today, a North Carolina manufacturer wonders how to compete

President Trump is doubling tariffs on steel and aluminum to 50 percent. It’s designed to protect domestic steel and aluminum workers, but critics say it will raise prices for those that use the metals.
by Scott Horsley

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JCRC leader reacts to attacks in Boulder, uptick in antisemitism

Jewish communities across the country and here in Minnesota are heartbroken and outraged after another targeted act of violence. Steve Hunegs, executive director of the Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas, or JCRC, joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Tuesday to talk about the uptick in antisemitism and its implications.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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New York and Minnesota still leading the way, both unbeaten Commissioner’s Cup play begins

New York and Minnesota still leading the way, both unbeaten Commissioner’s Cup play begins

The New York Liberty and Minnesota Lynx picked up right where they left off last season when reaching the WNBA Finals. Both teams have gone undefeated so far this season games with the Lynx improving to 8-0 with a win over Phoenix on Tuesday night in a Commissioner’s Cup matchup.
by The Associated Press

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Rep. Tom Emmer praises Trump administration’s tax bill during telephone town hall

Minnesota Congressman Tom Emmer, the GOP House whip, praised the Trump administration’s tax bill during a telephone town hall Wednesday night. A former federal law enforcement leader says he was surprised by the tactics used during Tuesday’s raid on a south Minneapolis restaurant. 
by Phil Picardi

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Officials say large federal law enforcement presence in Minneapolis was not related to immigration

A large federal law enforcement presence drew protesters to Lake Street in Minneapolis Tuesday. But officials say it was part of a narcotics and money laundering investigation and not related to immigration.
by Phil Picardi

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Trump food aid cuts eliminate key income source from some smaller Minnesota farms

Trump food aid cuts eliminate key income source from some smaller Minnesota farms

The Trump administration slashed funding for a program that helps feed school children and the food insecure this spring, and it’s affecting not only those in need but also those who grow that food, leaving some farmers without a critical source of income.
by Hannah Yang

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Much more pleasant and brighter Wednesday

Much more pleasant and brighter Wednesday

We enjoy a break from the wildfire smoke Wednesday and the sun is back thanks to high pressure. Highs will be mostly in the 70s. Shower chances increase heading into the weekend. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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Minnesota lawmakers back K-12 ed spending plan amid worries over future cuts

Minnesota lawmakers back K-12 ed spending plan amid worries over future cuts

The deal raises per-pupil funding in line with inflation but slashes special education transportation spending and teacher pipeline programs. It also gives schools flexibility around the state tradition of starting the academic year after Labor Day.
by Peter Cox and Elizabeth Shockman

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