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Minnesota sentencing commission hikes penalty for carjacking
The state panel that sets prison sentencing guidelines on Thursday raised the penalty from the level lawmakers approved earlier this year. The state is set to define the crime of carjacking beginning next week.
Here's why Niger's coup matters to the U.S.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken warns the U.S. partnership with Niger depends on “democratic governance and respect for the rule of law.” Niger is vital to U.S. counterterrorism efforts in Africa.
Creating equity and opportunity in state government
MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two new state leaders responsible for making sure Minnesota state government policies are equitable and its workforce is diverse.
Biden looks to provide relief from extreme heat as record temperatures persist across U.S.
President Joe Biden plans to announce new steps to address the extreme heat that has threatened millions of Americans, most recently in the Southwest. The White House says officials are working on worker protections, improved weather forecasts and more accessible drinking water.
McConnell says he's 'fine' after abruptly stopping press conference
On Capitol Hill, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell abruptly stopped speaking at a press conference with reporters on Wednesday. He was later escorted away but then returned, saying he's "fine."