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How climate change is affecting winter in Minnesota

How climate change is affecting winter in Minnesota

Climate change is reshaping Minnesota's winter. Change is evident in the state’s ecosystem, its economy and its collective identity, a climatologist and a climate researcher discussed on MPR News with Angela Davis Tuesday.
by Angela Davis, Maja Beckstrom and Chris Graves

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What happened to the economy — and your money — in 2021

What happened to the economy — and your money — in 2021

Economist Kristine West and MPR senior economics contributor Chris Farrell talk with MPR News host Angela Davis about the big economic stories of 2021, what we learned and what trends they are watching for in 2022.
by Angela Davis and Samantha Matsumoto

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St. Cloud looks to curb spike in violent crime

St. Cloud looks to curb spike in violent crime

The central Minnesota city has had 19 shootings in 2021 — more than double last year. Three of them were fatal. St. Cloud is addressing the surge by hiring more police officers and expanding a program that responds to mental health-related calls.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Kimberly Potter trial: Case goes to jury as closing arguments end

Kimberly Potter trial: Case goes to jury as closing arguments end

Jury deliberations have wrapped up for the day in the manslaughter trial of former Brooklyn Center police officer Kimberly Potter in the killing of Daunte Wright. In closing arguments Monday, prosecutors assailed Potter’s conduct, while her defense said Wright’s actions caused his own death.
by Jon Collins, Nina Moini and Matt Sepic

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What’s your favorite holiday movie?

What’s your favorite holiday movie?

It’s cold outside, but you can stay warm with your favorite movies. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with MPR’s Cube Critics about what makes a great holiday movie, their personal favorites and what else is on their end-of-year watch list.
by Angela Davis and Samantha Matsumoto

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Potter testifies she remembers yelling 'Taser,' breaks down recalling she shot Wright

Potter testifies she remembers yelling 'Taser,' breaks down recalling she shot Wright

Former police officer Kimberly Potter became emotional as she described shooting Daunte Wright after he got back in his car in the course of a traffic stop.
by Jon Collins and Matt Sepic

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Climatologist Mark Seeley on 'historic' December storm

Climatologist Mark Seeley on 'historic' December storm

An unprecedented December thunderstorm storm made landfall Wednesday night, bringing unseasonably warm temperatures, severe thunderstorms, and tornado warnings to much of Minnesota. Two tornadoes were confirmed by the National Weather Service — the state’s first December tornadoes on record.
by Cathy Wurzer and Mark Seeley

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Proposed change to MN's sentencing guidelines draws flak

A proposal to reduce prison sentences for felons who commit new offenses while in custody, on probation or supervised release is drawing harsh criticism. Several people — including some politicians — told the sentencing guidelines commission it would be a bad move, especially with reports of violent crime on the rise in the state. This is an MPR News morning update for Friday, December 17, 2021. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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