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June 22, 2023 5:23 PM

Soaking rain chances increasing for Minnesota through this weekend

Much-needed rainfall could reach drought areas.

by Paul Huttner

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June 22, 2023 3:08 PM

A group of young people are suing the state of Montana for their energy policy

A “constitutional right to a clean and healthful environment”. That’s why 16 young people between ages 5 and 22 are suing the state of Montana seeking a transition to a less carbon-intensive energy policy.

by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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June 22, 2023 2:32 PM

Drought deepens in Minnesota

Drought conditions continue to expand across Minnesota, according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor Update, released Thursday morning. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer speaks with Assistant State Climatologist Pete Boulay.

by Cathy Wurzer and Ellen Finn

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June 22, 2023 11:55 AM

Weekend forecast: Thunderstorm chances on Saturday, shower chance on Sunday

Many of us will see some showers and thunderstorms at times this weekend, but there will be dry times as well.

by Ron Trenda

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June 22, 2023 8:35 AM

Drought continues to expand with more heat Thursday; possible weekend rain

Drought continues to expand in Minnesota but we have a hopeful chance of rain expanding over the next few days. It will still be hot in southern Minnesota through Friday.

by Sven Sundgaard

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June 22, 2023 6:28 AM

Hot, reduced air quality south; thunder possible north and west

Southern Minnesota will see more 90s Thursday and even Friday while northern and western Minnesota see the chance of showers and thunderstorms. Air quality will remain poor southeast.

by Sven Sundgaard

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June 22, 2023 4:00 AM

Expanding drought conditions stressing crops in parts of Minnesota

Drought has been a recurring foe for Minnesota farmers over the past few years. But this growing season, the problem has started abnormally early in parts of the state.

by Olivia Stevens