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Stories from September 14, 2026

Doctors strike, rally for contract with Allina

Doctors strike, rally for contract with Allina

Union officials say Allina is offering less pay than the doctors currently make and is resisting demands for more physician control over decisions affecting patient care. Allina says the two sides have made progress but says any contract has to account for rising healthcare costs.
by Erica Zurek

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Minnesota DNR ends Twin Metals lease for land near Boundary Waters

Minnesota DNR ends Twin Metals lease for land near Boundary Waters

James Coleman, a University of Minnesota professor with expertise in energy law, explains the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources decision to cancel a Twin Metals mineral lease for a site located near the Boundary Waters.
by Clay Masters and Ben Revier

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Price of diesel rises in Minnesota, as does corn prices

The average price of diesel in Minnesota has crossed the $6 mark for the first time — another record high.
by Emily Reese

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Climate Cast: As ships sit in Strait of Hormuz, invasive species hitch a ride

Climate Cast: As ships sit in Strait of Hormuz, invasive species hitch a ride

Giant ships laid up in the strait’s bathtub-warm waters are likely collecting invasive species in the ballast and on the hulls directly. Experts say it’s a recipe for a global superspreader event as the ships head eventually for global ports.
by Ben Cathey

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Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve says she would 'absolutely not' consider commissioner role

Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve says she would 'absolutely not' consider commissioner role

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced earlier in September she would retire. Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve, the league’s all-time winningest coach and two-time WNBA Executive of the Year, said she would not consider the job.
by Anika Besst

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Vikings aren't sure yet if Kyler Murray can play this week with QB recovering from a concussion

Vikings aren't sure yet if Kyler Murray can play this week with QB recovering from a concussion

Murray arrived on Monday at Vikings headquarters “feeling pretty good,” according to coach Kevin O'Connell, but it was far too soon to assess his chance of playing on Sunday at Chicago.
by The Associated Press

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St. Paul's Summit Brewing Company faces foreclosure

St. Paul's Summit Brewing Company faces foreclosure

BMO Bank alleges Summit Brewery, one of Minnesota's largest brewers, owes them more than $8 million in unpaid debt.
by Ahmed Hassan

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Mild winter and dry spring give pheasant population a boost

Mild winter and dry spring give pheasant population a boost

The pheasant population in Minnesota is on the rise. MPR News host Clay Masters talks with with a DNR senior wildlife research biologist about trend, and what people can expect with the upcoming hutting season.
by Clay Masters and Matthew Alvarez

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Cooler week ahead. Another wall of rain by Friday

Cooler week ahead. Another wall of rain by Friday

Almost every Minnesotan got — or will get — rain on Monday. We have another slate of cool mornings and then another solid wave of rain by Friday. Some fall colors should begin to pop up in Northern Minnesota soon, as well.
by Ben Cathey

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Vikings win home opener after Kyler Murray injury, plus Gophers and Twins news

Vikings win home opener after Kyler Murray injury, plus Gophers and Twins news

Kyler Murray sustained a concussion early in the game, leading Carson Wentz to come in as backup quarterback. Wentz helped the Vikings get a comeback win against the Green Bay Packers, 39-22.
by Nina Moini and Alanna Elder

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St. Thomas AI ethics expert: Independent body needed to regulate fast-growing technology

St. Thomas AI ethics expert: Independent body needed to regulate fast-growing technology

After a pair of AI researchers shared a warning that technology could lead to end of humanity, the CEOs of the country’s top AI companies are calling for a global slowdown.
by Nina Moini and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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Morning Announcements for Sept. 11 and 14

Morning Announcements for Sept. 11 and 14

These are the Morning Announcements for Friday, Sept. 11 and Monday, Sept. 14. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
by MPR News Staff

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Brainerd gets a new eye on the sky

Brainerd gets a new eye on the sky

Brainerd is getting a new tool to help meteorologists and emergency officials better see developing weather, thanks to a partnership with weather technology company Climavision.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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How to know when it's time to quit your job

How to know when it's time to quit your job

How do you know when it’s time to quit your job? MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about how to recognize when a job isn’t working anymore, and how to decide what to do next.
by Angela Davis and Nikhil Kumaran

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Trump downplays calls for AI slowdown

Trump downplays calls for AI slowdown

President Trump said the dire warnings about AI were exaggerated and that “negative forces” are making claims about things that won’t happen. This comes after leaders in the industry called for putting the brakes on AI development.
by Chandelis Duster

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Minnesotans can start casting their ballots in the midterm election this Friday

Absentee ballots will start to be mailed out and voters will also be able to vote absentee in person at certain early voting locations. Meanwhile, two office buildings in downtown St. Paul have a new owner.
by Phineas Pope

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A wet Monday followed by a pleasant Tuesday

A wet Monday followed by a pleasant Tuesday

Rain develops for much of Monday followed by clearing skies Monday night. Tuesday will be dry and pleasant. More substantial rain is possible to end the week again.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Florida-based real estate investor buys 2 St. Paul office buildings

Florida-based real estate investor buys 2 St. Paul office buildings

Florida-based real estate investor Jamie Rand now owns four downtown commercial buildings, making him the largest private owner of commercial property in downtown St. Paul.
by Matt Mikus

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Many Minnesotans don’t value aquatic plants. The state’s lakes are paying a price.

Many Minnesotans don’t value aquatic plants. The state’s lakes are paying a price.

Native aquatic plants help keep lakes healthy, reduce erosion and are a safeguard against invasive species. Yet they get a bad rap as a nuisance, and property owners often remove them with chemicals or machines.
by Kirsti Marohn

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