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AI cameras now scanning Minnesota skies for early signs of wildfire
Artificial intelligence–powered cameras to detect wildfires — already in use in the western U.S. — are now operating in Minnesota for the first time. Installed by Xcel Energy in Mankato and Clear Lake, the devices continuously scan for smoke and heat, providing real-time alerts to utilities and first responders.
Eagan police ignored man's stroke symptoms during traffic stop, wrongful death suit alleges
The family of a 50-year-old postal worker from Cottage Grove has filed a federal wrongful death lawsuit alleging that Eagan police and jail staff mistook his stroke symptoms for drug impairment after a DWI arrest. The suit claims officers ignored clear signs of medical distress and left Kingsley Fifi Bimpong without treatment for hours, leading to his death.
How to celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day around Minnesota
Indigenous Peoples Day is Monday, Oct. 13. Check out these events to begin celebrating over the weekend and into Monday with community, art markets, music and food.   
Warmer winters add challenges for migrating birds
MPR News meteorologist Paul Huttner talks to Lynn Schofield, a biologist at St. Olaf College, about the impact climate change is having on bird migration.
Negligent landlords to face tighter scrutiny in Minneapolis
The Minneapolis City Council passed a new ordinance that will require landlords who own properties repeatedly flagged for health and safety violations to face a public hearing before their licenses are renewed.