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Defense Department will stop providing crucial satellite weather data

Defense Department will stop providing crucial satellite weather data

Hurricane forecasters rely on weather data collected and processed by Department of Defense satellites. That data will no longer be available as of Monday, June 30.
by Rebecca Hersher

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In an about-face, Germany plans to build Europe's biggest military

In an about-face, Germany plans to build Europe's biggest military

A new Trump presidency and the Ukraine war have pushed Germany to change its constitution to spend more on its military. "Building up our military is our top priority," said Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
by Rob Schmitz

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At their funeral, Hortmans remembered for humility, humanity in a harsh political world

At their funeral, Hortmans remembered for humility, humanity in a harsh political world

Hundreds of mourners, including former President Joe Biden, honored Melissa and Mark Hortman Saturday at the Basilica of St. Mary in Minneapolis. Gov. Tim Walz said Melissa Hortman would be remembered as “the most consequential speaker in Minnesota history.”
by Dana Ferguson, Clay Masters, Peter Cox and Catharine Richert

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General Mills reports lower sales and profit this quarter

General Mills reports lower sales and profit this quarter

The maker of well-known products like Lucky Charms, Cheerios and Bisquick reported lower sales and profit in its fiscal fourth quarter and for its fiscal year.
by Chris Farrell

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MN Shortlist June 27-July 3: Stage legends, literary quests and brunch in fabulous heels

MN Shortlist June 27-July 3: Stage legends, literary quests and brunch in fabulous heels

MN Shortlist is your weekly curated roundup of recommended events from MPR News, highlighting standout performances, exhibits and gatherings around the region.
by Jacob Aloi, Anika Besst and Alex V. Cipolle

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Feds unveil new investigation over Minnesota’s transgender athlete policy

Feds unveil new investigation over Minnesota’s transgender athlete policy

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services says it will examine whether the state’s policy allowing transgender athletes to play on women’s and girl’s sports teams constitutes sex discrimination. It’s the last in a legal tug of war over the issue.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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