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Federal review says copper-nickel mining poses an environmental risk to BWCA

The U.S. Forest Service has released a long-awaited environmental study of a proposed 20-year copper mining moratorium on federal land near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. It is the latest step in a bid by the Biden administration to place a long-term pause on proposed copper-nickel mines across a large swath of northeastern Minnesota.  This is a morning update from MPR News, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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Fed study says copper nickel mining can't be done safely near the Boundary Waters

Fed study says copper nickel mining can't be done safely near the Boundary Waters. Also Minnesota bids to be among the first presidential primary states. This is an evening update from MPR news, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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Alleged assault at Shakopee correctional facility sparks rally on prison safety

The Twin Cities Incarcerated Workers Organizing Committee is holding a rally in support of an inmate at the Shakopee women’s prison, who they say was sexually assaulted by a corrections officer in the prison. The group has a list of demands to keep the prison safe for incarcerated people.
by Cathy Wurzer and Ellen Finn

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Minnesota makes bid for earlier presidential primary

Minnesota Democrats want to leap toward the front of the pack in choosing future presidential nominees. State DFL Party leaders are in Washington to make a pitch Thursday to be an early primary state for 2024 and beyond. If successful and if Republicans also align their calendar, the state could become a magnet for White House hopefuls. This is a morning update from MPR News, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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Governor says there is still time for tax rebate checks, urges lawmakers to deal

Governor says there is still time for tax rebate checks, urges lawmakers to deal and Brooklyn Center reaches a settlement with the family of Daunte Wright. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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Daunte Wright family has a $3.25M settlement agreement with city of Brooklyn Center

Attorneys representing the family of Daunte Wright say they have a tentative settlement agreement that calls for the city of Brooklyn Center to pay $3.25 million. This is a morning update from MPR News, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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After years of waiting, Minnesotans are on the verge of COVID shots for the youngest kids

After years of waiting, Minnesotans are on the verge of COVID shots for the youngest kids, and Keith Ellison vows to protect abortion rights in Minnesota. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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MN Supreme Court says Frey has 'clear legal duty' to hire more police

Chief Justice Lorie Gildea of the Minnesota Supreme Court issued a ruling Monday that Minneapolis' mayor should employ a certain number of police officers or demonstrate why higher staffing levels are not possible. The ruling sends the case back to district court. This is a morning update from MPR News, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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Minnesota Today: Walz declares impasse over special session talks

Local government officials and construction groups are among those expressing disappointment with failed negotiations for a special legislative session after Governor Walz declared an impasse. The state prepares for a heatwave, and supporters of the historic Manfred House in Blue Mounds State Park hope a federal designation will help them make the case for preservation. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted ny Hannah Yang. Music by Gary Meister.
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Special session talks stall

Chances for a special legislative session to divide up Minnesota’s budget surplus went from slim to none late Thursday after a meeting among legislative leaders broke up. This is a morning update from MPR News, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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