Disasters

August 7, 2007 6:24 AM

Bridge story at a glance

A bullet-point look at the status of the I-35W bridge collapse disaster and a list of related events scheduled today.

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August 7, 2007 12:00 AM

MnDOT update on bridge replacement

An update on the traffic situation, and the latest on what the Minnesota Department of Transportation's plans are for replacing the I-35W bridge.

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August 7, 2007 12:00 AM

What's at the heart of heroism?

Research suggests that selfless and altruistic behavior may be more hardwired in some people than others.

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August 6, 2007 10:30 PM

With a struggle ahead, patience wears thin in flood zone

In Winona, about 60 area residents confronted Gov. Tim Pawlenty, saying they aren't getting the help they need to recover from flash floods that killed six. Meanwhile, the cleanup continued.

by Mark Steil and Sea Stachura

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August 6, 2007 6:45 PM

Engebretsen family shares its grief in aftermath of bridge tragedy

The family of Sherry Engebretsen says she was a devoted mother and wife who loved the Beatles, books and sports. Ron Engebretsen and his daughters, Jessica and Anne, shared stories about Sherry Monday as they sat in the backyard of their Shoreview home

by Lorna Benson

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August 6, 2007 5:42 PM

Two survivors were on their way to a soccer game

Dozens of people survived the I-35W bridge collapse. Some were seriously injured, others escaped with minor injuries. But all are experiencing the emotions that come after surviving a brush with death. Experts say understanding those emotions will take time and patience.

by Dan Gunderson

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August 6, 2007 4:40 PM

Bridge collapse arms Molnau critics

Critics of Transportation Commissioner Carol Molnau say the I-35W bridge incident exposes her lack of leadership.

by Tom Scheck

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August 6, 2007 2:49 PM

Dealing with the aftermath, special coverage

Midmorning reports minute by minute news on the bridge investigation, including continuing conflict about its structural integrity, and the positive work of first responders and spiritual caregivers.

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August 6, 2007 1:35 PM

A rescuer's story

A few moments after Gary Babineau realized he survived the collapse of the I-35W bridge, he began helping dozens of children in a school bus escape to safety. On Saturday, he told his story to President Bush. Now he tells it to MPR All Things Considered host Tom Crann.