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Minnesota Orchestra honors $15 million in support with auditorium renaming

Minnesota Orchestra honors $15 million in support with auditorium renaming

The Minnesota Orchestra is renaming its auditorium to the Lindahl Auditorium this fall in honor of longtime supporters Nancy and John Lindahl, who have pledged $15 million to the organization.
by Jacob Aloi

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Minnesota craft beer brewers feeling federal pressures

Minnesota craft beer brewers feeling federal pressures

Bob Galligan, director of government and industry relations with the Minnesota Craft Brewers Guild, joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition to share a better sense of what’s affecting these small businesses.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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‘Dumpling Passport’ takes you on a delightful culinary journey through St. Paul

‘Dumpling Passport’ takes you on a delightful culinary journey through St. Paul

Imagine a world where eating enough dumplings wins you a pair of socks. That’s a reality in St. Paul, where the city’s tourism bureau, has a “Dumpling Passport” — rewarding check-ins at 34 restaurants across the city.
by Emily Reese and Gretchen Brown

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New U med school in St. Cloud hopes to train doctors who will live, practice in rural areas

New U med school in St. Cloud hopes to train doctors who will live, practice in rural areas

The regional campus is a unique partnership between the university and CentraCare, the region’s largest health care provider, which is facing an urgent need for more doctors in rural Minnesota.
by Kirsti Marohn

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7 new Minnesota laws that take effect Aug. 1

7 new Minnesota laws that take effect Aug. 1

Lawmakers toughened DWI laws aimed at repeat offenders, extended housing protections to service dog trainers and clarified property sale rules for joint tenants. They also increased the speed limit for vehicles hauling uncovered trash or debris.
by Peter Cox

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Minnesota recycling made simple: What to know before you throw

Minnesota recycling made simple: What to know before you throw

For some residents, recycling is tedious, for others, it’s just a matter of not knowing how to properly navigate the process. 
by Jaylan Sims

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Minnesota team assists flood rescue and recovery efforts in Texas

Minnesota team assists flood rescue and recovery efforts in Texas

Over the past several weeks, rescuers from all over the country have helped Texas sort through destruction after floods swept through the state. A rescue team from Minnesota was part of that effort and is now back home after a 16-day mission.
by Juan Del Valle

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Safety concerns, attacks prompt lawmaker to call for audit of Minnesota Capitol security

Safety concerns, attacks prompt lawmaker to call for audit of Minnesota Capitol security

DFL state Sen. Heather Gustafson of Vadnais Heights joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition Tuesday to explain her request to the Office of the Legislative Auditor for a Capitol security assessment.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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What to know about air quality alerts and how to protect your health

What to know about air quality alerts and how to protect your health

Wildfires in Canada are impacting the skies over Minnesota. Here’s what to know when an air quality alert is issued and how to stay healthy amid smoky skies and unhealthy air.
by MPR News Staff

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