Leaked groundwater containing tritium may have reached Mississippi River in MonticelloJuly 20, 2023 6:21 PMBy Kirsti MarohnXcel Energy says water with very low levels of radioactive tritium was detected about 30 feet from the river’s edge. State health and pollution control officials say there’s no risk to drinking water.
How Jason Aldean's 'Try That in a Small Town' became a political controversyJuly 20, 2023 4:05 PMBy Emily Olson The country music star is known for his songs about rural life, but critics, especially those on the left of the political spectrum, say his latest music video takes the nostalgic themes too far.
Play4min 26secHennepin County treatment court graduates commit to long-term recovery at first ceremony since COVIDJuly 20, 2023 3:57 PMBy Olivia StevensSince 1996, state treatment courts have provided an alternative to incarceration for some who enter the criminal justice system. Participants make regular appearances in front of a judge, are supervised under a probation officer and must submit to random drug and alcohol testing.
More Minnesota kids hospitalized due to opioid exposureJuly 20, 2023 3:43 PMBy Kirsti MarohnSince January of 2022, the Minnesota Poison Control System said it’s been contacted about 66 children under age 3 requiring medical care due to exposure to opioids, including fentanyl.
Here's where the criminal and civil cases facing Trump standJuly 20, 2023 2:17 PMBy Jaclyn Diaz Former President Donald Trump faces a number of criminal charges in two cases — but that may not be all, as he faces scrutiny in other probes. This all comes as Trump is running for president.
State Rep. Wolgamott apologizes for DWI arrestJuly 20, 2023 1:40 PMBy MPR News StaffFollowing an arrest earlier this month for suspected drunk driving, Rep. Dan Wolgamott, DFL-St. Cloud, apologized Thursday and said he “takes full responsibility” for his actions.
Play4min 58secMinneapolis safety commissioner Cedric Alexander leaving the job Sept. 1July 20, 2023 12:40 PMBy MPR News StaffAlexander organized and heads the new office that combines five departments, including Minneapolis police, fire and 911 as well as neighborhood safety.
Iraq expels Sweden's ambassador over Quran burning, after protests at Swedish EmbassyJuly 20, 2023 11:59 AMBy Ruth Sherlock Iraq expelled Sweden’s ambassador and recalled its diplomat from Sweden, hours after protesters attacked the Swedish Embassy in Baghdad, setting fire to part of the building.
Co-host New Zealand stuns Norway to open the Women's World CupJuly 20, 2023 11:53 AMBy Ashley Westerman Host team New Zealand defeated Norway 1-0 in the opening game of the tournament, following a brief pause to remember those killed and injured in a shooting in Auckland just hours before.
Inflation may be cooling, but the housing market is still too hot for many buyersJuly 20, 2023 11:49 AMBy Erin Kenney The median home price has risen to $413,800 — the second-highest price ever — thanks to a shortage of homes on the market and high mortgage rates. Experts say renting may be a better option.