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Poor air quality continues to plague parts of the country including Minnesota
Minnesota feels the heat with a warm start to the month, and poor air quality will continue deeper into summer. Meteorologist Mark Seeley sat down with MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to discuss the recent weather.
Murder charges: Ex-partner allegedly abused, threatened Madeline Kingsbury
Winona County prosecutors allege Adam Fravel had physically abused Kingsbury and told investigators he was infatuated with the case of Gabby Petito, a woman killed by her fiance in 2021. Kingsbury died by “homicidal violence.” Fravel faces second-degree murder charges.
Minnesota House boosts lawmaker expense allowances
The bump in per diem aligns the Minnesota House with the Senate’s $86 per day allowance. Some lawmakers questioned the timing of the move.
ChangeMakers: Hildie Edwards speaks up for trans kids like herself
Edwards, a 12-year-old singer and actor, testified at a Minnesota Senate committee hearing earlier this year in support of a bill protecting access to gender-affirming care.
Vikings to release running back Dalvin Cook for salary cap reasons
Cook, in just six years with the Vikings, reached third on the franchise all-time rushing list with 5,993 yards. He's fifth in rushing attempts (1,282) and fourth in rushing touchdowns (47).