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Twin Cities meteorologist concerned about Trump cuts to NOAA
“I do worry about public safety,” Twin Cities meteorologist Paul Douglas told MPR News of the cuts to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The concerns go beyond tornado warnings, he added. “It's the safety of our aviation system, shipping, agriculture.”
Some Minnesota child cares closed Monday to call for more state funding
Hundreds of providers, teachers and families were expected to take part in a “Day Without Childcare” to underscore the need for more funding, affordability and accessibility for kids and parents, as well as living wages for staff.
Minnesota House rejects banning transgender athletes from girls sports
Republicans in control of the House had brought forward the proposal, which mirrored a recent executive order from President Donald Trump. The bill, however, wasn’t expected to pass.
What you need to know about Trump’s address to joint session of Congress
President Trump will lay out his second term agenda in an address to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday night. From talk on tariffs to the U.S. role in the world, here’s what to expect.