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Minnesota is armoring its shorelines with rocks, but lakes are paying a price
Homeowners increasingly layer rocks on their shores to prevent lake shorelines from eroding. But experts say rock riprap increases pollution and warms lakes, creating conditions that spur algae blooms. And often, it’s not necessary.
St. Paul to begin restoring online systems this week following cyberattack
The city of St. Paul expects to begin putting its systems back online this week, after a ransomware attack forced it to shut down its network for more than two weeks. St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter joined Morning Edition guest host Emily Bright to detail the plan and answer questions about the city’s response so far.
Back-to-school shots: Pediatrician answers health care questions as federal guidance shifts
What should kids and families do to start the school year off healthy? M Health Fairview Pediatrician Dr. Lara Al-Ejeilat joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition Friday with answers.
Duluth man walks up to 12 miles a day checking in on people living on the streets
Nathan Kesti walks up to 12 miles a day around downtown Duluth, offering “compassionate accountability” to people who don’t have a home, and who are often struggling with addiction and mental health issues. 
St. Paul continues to grapple with ransomware attack
The City of St. Paul says the cause of the cyberattack that has impeded the city's internal internet is due to a ransomware attack.
Man charged in mysterious vandalism of St. Paul sewer grates
Since early June, the City of St. Paul reports hundreds of sewer grates have been removed and left in the drains. Police this week arrested and charged a 34-year-old man suspected in the case.