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Minnesota on track for above average tornado season
An active weather pattern has spun up 48 tornadoes in Minnesota so far this year. Climatologist Kenny Blumenfeld says he sees no indication that the pattern will calm down in the coming weeks.
Minnesota Republican responds to uptick in extreme political views, violence following lawmaker shootings
Republican state Rep. Walter Hudson of Albertville, while earning a reputation as a rabble-rouser and willing to frequently engage in debates on social media, has turned to the same platforms to quell falsehoods in the wake of the Hortmans' killings. Hudson joined Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer for an interview to talk about political polarization and violence.
Despite ceasefire, some Iranians in Minnesota uncertain about future
More than two weeks after Israeli missile strikes on Iran triggered a deadly war, a ceasefire between the two countries seems to hold.  For some Iranians in Minnesota, the news brings cautious relief — but also deep concern for loved ones back home and uncertainty about what comes next.
‘Loon lady’ turns passion into action to protect Minnesota’s iconic bird
Sheila Johnston started photographing loons as a hobby. Watching the loons struggle to survive made her a passionate advocate for Minnesota’s state bird, but one experience drove her to action.