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Stories from June 22, 2026

Target Field workers strike during Twins-Dodgers game

Target Field workers strike during Twins-Dodgers game

Target Field concessions workers are striking during Monday’s Twins-Dodgers game, demanding higher wages and affordable health insurance while asking fans not to buy food or drinks at the stadium.
by MPR News Staff

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Report: South St. Paul family adjusts to life after father's deportation to Laos

One day in February, Linda Yang learned that ICE agents were preparing to detain her husband Zong. He’s now in Laos. Linda and their five kids are adjusting to life without him in St. Paul.
by Nina Moini and Alanna Elder

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Federal judge tosses DOJ subpoenas targeting Gov. Tim Walz and other Minnesota leaders

A federal judge has tossed out U.S. Justice Department subpoenas targeting Gov. Tim Walz and other state and local leaders. The subpoenas were part of a criminal investigation into whether state officials were obstructing federal immigration enforcement. Judge Patrick Schiltz called them an “unlawful and unethical use of the grand jury process.”
by Emily Reese

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Upward trend for Tuesday's rain amounts

Upward trend for Tuesday's rain amounts

We’ve got a little something for every weather taste this week. From a piercing blue sky to an upward trend in Tuesday rainfall amounts, more summery heat for the first time in two weeks and some thunderstorms.
by Ben Cathey

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Federal judge invalidates DOJ records probe of Walz, other Minnesota leaders

Federal judge invalidates DOJ records probe of Walz, other Minnesota leaders

A judge has short-circuited an investigation into Gov. Tim Walz, Attorney General Keith Ellison and other Minnesota leaders targeted for scrutiny by the Department of Justice. A set of subpoenas was thrown out with the judge declaring them to be baseless.
by Peter Cox and Jon Collins

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Morning Announcements for June 22

Morning Announcements for June 22

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

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PWHL seeks to sustain momentum of fast-tracked growth by adding first investors: Ilitch, Tanenbaum

PWHL seeks to sustain momentum of fast-tracked growth by adding first investors: Ilitch, Tanenbaum

The PWHL is taking on two prominent names in North American sports as its first two investors in reaching a major milestone in the privately backed league’s fast-rising trajectory, and representing yet another sign of women’s hockey’s promising future.
by The Associated Press

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Subscription fatigue? How to take control of those monthly fees

Subscription fatigue? How to take control of those monthly fees

Do you know how many subscriptions you have? Recurring fees for everything from streaming services to gym memberships add up. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about how to manage “subscription fatigue” and save money.
by Angela Davis and Nikhil Kumaran

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Minnesota veterinarians fear New World screwworm could make it's way to Minnesota

A gruesome parasite has recently infiltrated cattle and pets in Texas and New Mexico. Now, Minnesota veterinarians worry it could make its way into the state. New World screwworm is a fly that lays its worm larvae inside animals.
by Phineas Pope

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Alan Greenspan, the legendary former Federal Reserve chair, dies

Alan Greenspan, the legendary former Federal Reserve chair, dies

During his chairmanship, Greenspan was celebrated as possibly the best central banker in history. But later, his reputation was tarnished by the worst financial crisis since the Great Depression.
by Scott Horsley

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Ryan Kreidler has 3 hits, Twins rally to beat Diamondbacks 4-2

Ryan Kreidler has 3 hits, Twins rally to beat Diamondbacks 4-2

Alex Jackson’s single tied the game in the seventh and the go-ahead run scored on an error, leading the Minnesota Twins to a 4-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
by The Associated Press

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Mystics use a late 12-0 surge to beat Lynx 84-79 and win third straight game

Mystics use a late 12-0 surge to beat Lynx 84-79 and win third straight game

Sonia Citron had 21 points and Kiki Iriafen added 17, hitting a go-ahead basket late for a second straight game to help the Washington Mystics upset the Minnesota Lynx 84-79 on Sunday night. Minnesota rookie Olivia Miles had a three-point play to spark a 7-0 run for a 76-70 lead with 2:30 left to play.
by The Associated Press

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Minneapolis donors gave as ICE surged, but eviction filings are rising

Minneapolis donors gave as ICE surged, but eviction filings are rising

Residents organized to keep their neighbors housed during Operation Metro Surge, and convinced state legislators to pass a rent relief bill in May. Some fear it won’t be enough.
by Cari Spencer

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Dry Monday with showers, then storms Tuesday

Dry Monday with showers, then storms Tuesday

Monday will be warm and dry. The next chance of showers and storms develops Tuesday with lingering isolated chances midweek. Temperatures finally warm up this weekend.
by Sven Sundgaard

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New study outlines costly steps to control ‘forever chemicals’ in east Twin Cities metro

New study outlines costly steps to control ‘forever chemicals’ in east Twin Cities metro

A new study from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency recommends the state take action to contain the underground contamination plume and keep it from spreading more. It’s still unclear who would pay for the plan, which could cost hundreds of millions of dollars.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Supreme Court allows ruling that ends tool to protect minority voters in 7 states, including Minnesota

Supreme Court allows ruling that ends tool to protect minority voters in 7 states, including Minnesota

The Supreme Court has left in place a ruling that strikes down a key tool for enforcing Voting Rights Act protections for voters with a disability or an inability to read or write in seven states.
by Hansi Lo Wang

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