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Disasters

Interview with witness Brian Mechura

Brian Mechura, age 30, of Faribault, a welder-fabricator at the Owatonna Airport witnessed the plane crash Thursday morning.

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Investigation begins into Owatonna plane crash that killed eight

Investigation begins into Owatonna plane crash that killed eight

An eyewitness to the crash of a business jet in Owatonna says it looked like the plane was making a normal landing when the pilot tried to take off again. Instead, the plane rolled over and slammed into a cornfield, killing eight people. The accident investigation continues today.
by Tim Nelson

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Black boxes recovered in Owatonna crash

Black boxes recovered in Owatonna crash

Investigators have recovered the flight data and cockpit voice recorders from the business jet that crashed in Owatonna. Eight people died in the crash.

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I-35W engineer answers concerns about the new bridge

I-35W engineer answers concerns about the new bridge

The engineer overseeing construction of the new I-35W bridge over the Mississippi River in Minneapolis says the span may open as early as mid-September, which has caused some to wonder about its safety.
by Dan Olson

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To remember with a monument

To remember with a monument

Midmorning examines the psychological and political reasons for creating a memorial. We'll also discuss how artists influence the way we commemorate our public tragedies and triumphs.

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MPR Special Reports on bridge collapse

MPR Special Reports on bridge collapse

MPR special reports about bridge survivors, the NTSB investigation, the construction of the new bridge, the future of MnDOT, and the impact on the neighborhood.

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Memorial Service 1 year after I-35W bridge collapse

Memorial Service 1 year after I-35W bridge collapse

Gov. Tim Pawlenty, Mayor R. T. Rybak and local religious leaders speak in observance of the 1 year anniversary of the I-35W bridge collapse. From the Basilica of St. Mary in downtown Minneapolis, an hour of songs, prayers and reflection.

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