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July 8, 2022 5:25 PM

A 'Super Eid' for every Minnesotan at U.S. Bank Stadium

Thousands of people took part in this year’s Eid al-Adha celebration at U.S. Bank Stadium. Abdulahi Farah, one of the organizers for ‘Super Eid,’ talked with All Things Considered host Tom Crann about the holiday.

by Tom Crann and Sam Stroozas

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July 8, 2022 10:50 AM

Dry June causes topsoil moisture concerns in southern, central Minnesota

So far this summer has been drier than average, even with recent rain events and a chance for storms this weekend. On Thursday, the U.S. Drought Monitor released a map showing a large swath of central and southern Minnesota abnormally dry, with some areas moving into moderate drought.

by Cathy Wurzer and Lindsay Guentzel

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July 8, 2022 5:00 AM

After more than two years, Canada to resume remote border crossing program

A program that allows travelers to cross into certain remote parts of Canada could resume as soon as Friday. The permits will allow canoeists to cross the border from Minnesota into Ontario’s Quetico Provincial Park for the first time in more than two years.

by Dan Kraker

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July 7, 2022 11:21 AM

Tenants say landlords are trying to get around St. Paul's new rent control law

St. Paul landlords are facing soaring inflation and energy costs but the city’s new rent control law is capping the amount they can charge for rent. Max Nesterak is Deputy Editor at The Minnesota Reformer and has covered the issue. He joined host Cathy Wurzer to talk more about his reporting.

by Cathy Wurzer and Ellen Finn

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July 7, 2022 10:27 AM

FAA to give airports $1 billion for terminals and upgrades

The Biden administration is giving nearly $1 billion to 85 airports across the country — including four in Minnesota — to expand and upgrade terminals and other facilities, using money approved in last year's huge infrastructure bill.

by The Associated Press

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July 7, 2022 4:00 AM

Nursing home robots dance, sing and watch for signs of trouble

The robots can remember faces and names, they can even sense facial cues to react in ways that could help those who become agitated or confused.

by Peter Cox

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July 6, 2022 11:47 AM

Minnesota rabbit rescue group operator charged with animal cruelty

The president of a Minnesota rabbit rescue organization faces charges of animal cruelty and torture after authorities found dead and injured animals at the nonprofit’s operation in Savage, Minn.

by Dan Gunderson

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July 6, 2022 10:32 AM

Twin Cities chef Justin Sutherland seriously hurt in boating accident

Friends and family of chef Justin Sutherland are raising money to cover medical costs after the Twin Cities restauranteur and TV personality was seriously injured in a boating accident.

by Melissa Olson