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Stories from September 11, 2025

Minneapolis City Council ramps up pressure on city to collect off-duty police fees

Minneapolis City Council ramps up pressure on city to collect off-duty police fees

The Minneapolis City Council voted unanimously Thursday in favor of a plan that would set a timeline for the city to collect fees for off-duty police work, a practice where officers work for businesses and bars while off the clock, but in uniform and while using MPD squad cars.
by Cari Spencer

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Study predicts collapse of Atlantic Ocean current that warms Europe

Study predicts collapse of Atlantic Ocean current that warms Europe

MPR News chief meteorologist Paul Huttner talked with John Abraham about warming ocean temperatures and how that could alter currents in the Atlantic Ocean, impacting climate patterns.
by Paul Huttner and Matthew Alvarez

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U of M pickets continue after arrests

U of M pickets continue after arrests

Striking University of Minnesota workers say the school has been heavy-handed in its response to picketers. The U says some picketers are threatening public safety as they block delivery trucks.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Wisconsin Republican leader says he doesn't want to 'fortify' the state Capitol

Wisconsin Republican leader says he doesn't want to 'fortify' the state Capitol

The highest-ranking Republican in the Wisconsin Assembly said Thursday that he doesn't want to “fortify” the state Capitol, which is one of the country's most accessible statehouses, but that lawmakers are looking at ways to bolster safety in other areas such as at officeholders' homes.

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‘Terrifying’: Minnesota artist run over by Cybertruck at Burning Man recovers

‘Terrifying’: Minnesota artist run over by Cybertruck at Burning Man recovers

Minnesota artist and DJ James “JP” Patrick was severely injured at Burning Man after being run over and dragged by a Cybertruck while meditating, leaving him with crushed feet and months of recovery ahead as his community rallies to support him.
by Alex V. Cipolle

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4 lives are upended by an impulsive kiss in the epic novel ‘Buckeye’

4 lives are upended by an impulsive kiss in the epic novel ‘Buckeye’

Patrick Ryan’s novel focuses on two married couples and stretches from pre-WWII to the close of the 20th century, capturing both the sweep of history and the mundane particularity of everyday life.
by Maureen Corrigan

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New books out today: A Dan Brown thriller, John Prine bio and World Wide Web memoir

New books out today: A Dan Brown thriller, John Prine bio and World Wide Web memoir

New books this week include “Secret of Secrets” — the sixth installment of “The Da Vinci Code” saga, plus a tech memoir from Tim Berners-Lee and a career-spanning anthology from Terry McMillan.
by Colin Dwyer

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Help me understand football and the Minnesota Vikings

Help me understand football and the Minnesota Vikings

More and more people are getting interested in football. How do you get caught up to speed and what should you know about the Minnesota Vikings?
by Ellie Roth

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'We cannot let evil win': Minnesota Sen. Julia Coleman on uptick in political violence

'We cannot let evil win': Minnesota Sen. Julia Coleman on uptick in political violence

State Sen. Julia Coleman, R-Waconia, worked with Charlie Kirk at Turning Point USA early in her political career. Coleman says following the killing of Kirk, she worries about the safety of outdoor political events.
by Nina Moini and Alanna Elder

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Inflation climbs in August as grocery and gas prices jump

Inflation climbs in August as grocery and gas prices jump

Inflation accelerated in August as Americans paid more for gasoline and groceries. Over the last 12 months, consumer prices have risen 2.9 percent.
by Scott Horsley

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Unseasonably warm weekend ahead as fall colors begin to emerge

Unseasonably warm weekend ahead as fall colors begin to emerge

This weekend brings a welcome return of warm temperatures and sunny skies, creating ideal conditions to enjoy the early emergence of fall colors across parts of the state.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Political violence in America after the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk

Political violence in America after the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk

In the wake of the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, questions about political violence in America are once again front and center. MPR News guest host Chris Farrell and his guests ask: Why is political violence on the rise? And how do we respond?
by Chris Farrell and Cari Dwyer

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Politics Friday: Will a special session work without prior deal? House leaders assess possibility

Politics Friday: Will a special session work without prior deal? House leaders assess possibility

The first joint interview with Republican Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth and new DFL House Leader Zack Stephenson covers special session discussions, long-term challenges and their working relationship. Then, a just-published book examines the legacy of Martin Sabo.
by Brian Bakst and Matthew Alvarez

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Americans mark the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with emotional ceremonies

Americans mark the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with emotional ceremonies

At the World Trade Center site in New York City, the nearly 3,000 victims’ names were being read aloud Thursday. At the Pentagon in Virginia, a memorial service honored the 184 service members and civilians killed. And near Shanksville, Pennsylvania, a similar ceremony honored the victims of Flight 93.
by The Associated Press

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Netanyahu ‘killed any hope’ of Gaza hostages release with strike on Doha, Qatar PM says

Netanyahu ‘killed any hope’ of Gaza hostages release with strike on Doha, Qatar PM says

Qatar’s prime minister has accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of destroying hopes for hostage releases in Gaza. This follows an Israeli attack on Hamas leaders in Doha. 
by The Associated Press

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Assassination of Charlie Kirk adds to America’s roll call of public violence

Assassination of Charlie Kirk adds to America’s roll call of public violence

In the tragic roll call of violence in American public life, Charlie Kirk’s name joins the long list. The influential 31-year old conservative commentator was slain Wednesday during an event on a college campus in Utah.
by The Associated Press

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Neto and Trout lead Angels to 4-3 win over Twins

Neto and Trout lead Angels to 4-3 win over Twins

Zach Neto hit a two-run homer, Mike Trout drove in two runs and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Minnesota Twins 4-3. Trout’s sacrifice fly in the eighth inning brought home Bryce Teodosio to give the Angels a 4-3 lead.
by The Associated Press

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Sen. John Hoffman and family call on leaders to address political violence

Following the killing of conservative commentator and Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk Wednesday, state Sen. John Hoffman and his family are calling on leaders of both the Democratic and Republican parties to address political violence. In a statement, Hoffman said, “America is broken, and political violence endangers our lives and democracy.”
by Phil Picardi

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NPR's next news chief built an international career at CNN

NPR's next news chief built an international career at CNN

NPR has promoted Thomas Evans, its editorial review chief, to lead the newsroom through a period of change, following Congress' decision to end federal funding of public media.
by David Folkenflik

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Inside the lab working to identify the remains of 9/11 victims

Inside the lab working to identify the remains of 9/11 victims

1,100 people killed on 9/11 in New York City have not had any of their remains identified by authorities. The medical examiner's office is using new technology to identify more people.
by Joe Hernandez

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Summerlike weather ahead after morning fog Thursday

Summerlike weather ahead after morning fog Thursday

After morning fog burns off Thursday, look for partly cloudy skies and highs mostly in the 70s. Above-normal temperatures persist into next week. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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Charlie Kirk, a Trump ally and voice for young conservatives, assassinated at age 31

Charlie Kirk, a Trump ally and voice for young conservatives, assassinated at age 31

Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA, was arguably the most influential voice in young conservatism, and played a pivotal role in President Trump’s return to the White House. He died on Wednesday at the age of 31, after being shot while hosting an event in Orem, Utah.
by Elena Moore

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Bound by loss, split on justice: 9/11 families reflect 24 years later

Bound by loss, split on justice: 9/11 families reflect 24 years later

 Elizabeth Miller and Brett Eagleson both lost their fathers on September 11, 2001. On the 24th anniversary of the day, they remain divided on how justice should be done.
by Sacha Pfeiffer

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After 10 years of black hole science, Stephen Hawking is proven right

After 10 years of black hole science, Stephen Hawking is proven right

Researchers have spent 10 years improving the massive detectors they use to catch shockwaves from colliding black holes, and now the science is precise enough to test one of Stephen Hawking's key ideas.
by Nell Greenfieldboyce

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Annunciation shooter didn’t trip alarms on ‘red flag laws,’ created to detect at-risk individuals

Annunciation shooter didn’t trip alarms on ‘red flag laws,’ created to detect at-risk individuals

Shooter Robin Westman was untouched by the law or other legal safeguards like background checks because she didn’t have an adult criminal record and her family didn’t appear to raise concerns with law enforcement.
by Jon Collins

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As nature’s ‘ecosystem engineers,’ beavers could help fight effects of climate change

As nature’s ‘ecosystem engineers,’ beavers could help fight effects of climate change

Beaver dams reduce flooding, create wetlands that boost biodiversity and can even slow wildfires. But bringing back beavers would require a shift in public attitude — and finding ways for humans and beavers to coexist.
by Kirsti Marohn

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