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Supreme Court extends pause on deportations under Alien Enemies Act in Texas
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/16/npr-supreme-court-texas-alien-enemies-act
Published: May 17, 2025 01:07
The U.S. Supreme Court temporarily blocked the Trump administration from deporting a group of immigrants in northern Texas under the Alien Enemies Act. It said it’s not directly addressing whether the invocation of the act was legal.
DOGE tried assigning a team to the Government Accountability Office. It refused
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/16/npr-doge-gao-congress
Published: May 17, 2025 01:06
An attempt by DOGE to assign a team to the independent Government Accountability Office was rejected Friday. The GAO is part of the legislative branch and not subject to DOGE's request.
Former state legislator López Franzen ends campaign for U.S. Senate
Published: May 17, 2025 00:26
Former state legislator Melisa Lopez Franzen says she’s ending the campaign she began a couple months ago for the seat Senator Tina Smith will depart after 2026.
Twin Cities international students beat DHS in federal court
Published: May 17, 2025 00:16
Following lawsuits, the Department of Homeland Security restored records in the government’s Student Exchange Visitor Information System, or SEVIS, for Rattanand Ratsantiboon and Ziliang Jin.
Minnesota trooper faces new counts in child sex abuse image case
Published: May 16, 2025 20:37
A Minnesota state trooper charged in early May with producing videos depicting the sexual abuse of a child is facing additional counts after a federal grand jury reviewed the case.
Despite court rulings in his favor, U of M student still fighting for freedom from ICE custody
Published: May 16, 2025 18:49
“I keep winning in the courts, but I am still detained,” says Doğukan Günaydın, in a newly filed document in his lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security, which has appealed a judge’s decision to have him freed on bond.
How to watch Paige Bueckers' WNBA debut, as Hopkins renames itself in her honor
Published: May 16, 2025 17:59
As Paige Bueckers sets to make her highly anticipated WNBA regular-season debut, the city of Hopkins has renamed itself in her honor, and a local brewery will be offering “Paige’s 3-Point Pale” ale.
Man who attacked author Salman Rushdie is sentenced to 25 years in prison
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/16/npr-rushdie-salman-attacker-guilty-sentence
Published: May 16, 2025 17:38
Hadi Matar got the maximum sentence for attempted murder. He was found guilty in February for repeatedly stabbing author Salman Rushdie during a 2022 lecture and wounding another person on stage.
Farmers weigh Trump’s trade war like they watch the weather, waiting to see how things go
Published: May 16, 2025 15:08
Farm country voted heavily for Donald Trump last November. Now many farmers are taking a wait-and-see attitude toward the Republican president’s disputes with China and other international markets. More than half of U.S. soybeans are exported…
As the WNBA season tips off, here are 4 of our biggest questions
Published: May 16, 2025 14:50
Will a new-look Indiana Fever contend in Caitlin Clark’s second year? Will A’ja Wilson win a record 4th MVP? And the biggest question of all: Can the league as a whole build on last season’s success?
Historical precedent: Courts wrestle with White House’s ‘invasion’ claim
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/16/npr-historical-precedent-judges-invasion-claim
Published: May 16, 2025 14:44
Federal judges are looking back to the 18th century to define what constitutes an invasion, weighing a key legal argument for the Trump administration’s use of a wartime deportation authority.
Supreme Court justices appear divided in birthright citizenship arguments
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/16/npr-supreme-court-birthright-citizenship
Published: May 16, 2025 14:38
The arguments focused on whether federal district court judges can rule against the administration on a nationwide basis.
Why UnitedHealth’s terrible year is dragging down the Dow
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/16/npr-unitedhealth-stock-dow-jones
Published: May 16, 2025 13:54
The health care giant’s shares are down more than 50 percent in the last month. That’s hurting the powerful U.S. stock-market index.
Lakeville shelter-in-place cancellation alert sent to larger-than-intended area
Published: May 16, 2025 13:40
The alert stemmed from the search for a suspect with multiple felony warrants who fled from police.
2 officials fired by Trump return to court to challenge his power
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/16/npr-trump-harris-wilcox-firing-appeals-court
Published: May 16, 2025 13:40
Cathy Harris and Gwynne Wilcox, Democratic board members of independent agencies, argue that President Trump lacked the authority to fire them, citing federal law and Supreme Court precedent.
Hospital tells family brain-dead Georgia woman must carry fetus to birth because of abortion ban
Published: May 16, 2025 13:16
A hospital is using a breathing tube and other measures to keep a brain-dead Georgia woman's body functioning because she is pregnant. Her family says it should have the option to stop the life-support devices but that they've been told state law removes…
6 days into northeast Minnesota wildfires, residents yearn to get back home
Published: May 16, 2025 11:13
Six days after major wildfires ignited in the forests north of Duluth, the blazes are becoming easier to manage. But displaced property owners still can’t return back to their homes, cabins and businesses.
‘Dream come true’: Soccer player aims to inspire Hmong women like her to play sports
Published: May 16, 2025 09:00
Bee Chang started playing soccer in high school and was offered a position with the Minnesota Aurora FC, the pre-professional women’s soccer team. She’s now the new assistant coach for the Aurora 2, the developmental team.
MN Shortlist: May 16-22
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/16/mn-shortlist-may-16-22
Published: May 16, 2025 09:00
MN Shortlist is your weekly curated roundup of recommended events from MPR News, highlighting standout performances, exhibits and gatherings around the region.
U of M shuts down research center plagued by plagiarism allegations
Published: May 16, 2025 09:00
The school announced the closure of the Center for Antiracism Research for Health Equity one day after its founder, Rachel Hardeman, departed.
Budget pact will be put to test as Minnesota lawmakers fill in details, bring plan up for votes
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/16/minnesota-budget-pact-to-be-put-to-test
Published: May 16, 2025 09:00
An agreement that sets parameters for a new two-year budget will allow for final negotiations and votes in the Legislature. It probably will require a special session to complete.
Falcon Heights to charge $25 for State Fair parking
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/16/falcon-heights-to-charge-25-dollars-for-state-fair-parking
Published: May 16, 2025 09:00
The program will use the parking fee app ParkMobile and charge a flat fee of $25 for parking between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. in newly created parking zones in neighborhoods east of Snelling Avenue.
AvKare recalls over-the-counter eye drops after FDA audit
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/15/npr-avkare-recall-over-the-counter-eye-drops-fda
Published: May 16, 2025 01:05
Customers are encouraged to stop using several eye irritation products, including gels and artificial tears.
Under attack, public media makes its case to Congress and the courts
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/15/npr-cpb-trump-lawsuit-court-pbs-npr-public-broadcasting
Published: May 16, 2025 01:02
Nearly 200 officials from public radio stations across the country are descending on Capitol Hill to seek to convince lawmakers to maintain funding for public broadcasting despite President Trump's campaign against it.
DHS asks for 20,000 National Guard troops to assist in deportations
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/15/npr-national-guard-immigration
Published: May 16, 2025 00:58
If approved, the move would be the first time Guard troops at the national level have been asked to assist in the removal of migrants in the U.S. without legal status.
Marshall man released after nearly two months in ICE custody
Published: May 16, 2025 00:05
Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers arrested Aditya Harsono in March at his job at a hospital days after his student visa was revoked without his knowledge. Harsono had been in custody for almost two months at the Kandiyohi County Jail.
Live updates: Severe weather, tornado watch impacts swath of Minnesota
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/15/updates-weather-severe-storm-tornado-minnesota
Published: May 15, 2025 21:23
A tornado watch in Minnesota until 8 p.m. Thursday includes much of central and southern Minnesota, including the Twin Cities.
26 sled dogs evacuated as wildfires burned in northeastern Minnesota
Published: May 15, 2025 21:01
The dogsledding outfit, Wintermoon, lost all seven structures on its property to the wildfire.
NFL owners to consider resolution allowing players to participate in flag football at the Olympics
Published: May 15, 2025 18:31
NFL owners will discuss a proposal to allow players under contract to participate in flag football when the sport makes its Olympic debut in 2028 in Los Angeles. The league released a proposed resolution on the issue that will be considered next week by…
Twins SS Carlos Correa, CF Byron Buxton exit game against Orioles following collision
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/15/twins-correa-and-buxton-collide-exit-orioles-game
Published: May 15, 2025 18:22
Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa and center fielder Byron Buxton exited a game against Baltimore after colliding in the third inning. Baltimore’s Cedric Mullins hit a fly ball to shallow center field. Correa retreated to the outfield grass in…
Minnesota Department of Corrections announced 'phased closure' of Stillwater prison
Published: May 15, 2025 18:14
The Minnesota Department of Corrections announced Thursday that state leaders have agreed to a plan to close the more-than-century-old Stillwater prison.
Twins send struggling starting pitcher Simeon Woods Richardson to Triple-A
Published: May 15, 2025 18:11
The surging Minnesota Twins have sent struggling pitcher Simeon Woods Richardson to Triple-A St. Paul. The move comes after the right-hander was tagged for six runs and eight hits in four innings of work in the second game of a doubleheader against…
WNBA set to tipoff season with host of teams looking to challenge for title including Clark's Fever
Published: May 15, 2025 18:02
There are no shortages of challengers to the reigning WNBA champion New York Liberty or star power across the league. A’ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier are some of the veterans who will share the spotlight with Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese…
Former infielder Rich Rollins, an All-Star for the Twins in 1962, dies at age 87
Published: May 15, 2025 17:52
Former big league All-Star Rich Rollins has died. Rollins was an infielder whose decade-long career included All-Star honors for the Minnesota Twins in 1962. He died Tuesday at age 87. The news was confirmed by the Twins and Cleveland Guardians. The…
Coinbase said cyber crooks stole customer information and demanded $20 million ransom payment
Published: May 15, 2025 17:16
Coinbase, the largest cryptocurrency exchange based in the U.S., said Thursday that criminals had improperly obtained personal data on the exchange’s customers for use in crypto-stealing scams and were demanding a $20 million payment not to publicly…
A budget deal could be close at Minnesota Capitol
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/15/minnesota-budget-deal-could-come-soon
Published: May 15, 2025 12:55
The closed-door caucus meetings are often a sign that a high-level agreement is near. What’s less clear is whether there is sufficient time remaining to write and pass bills by midnight Monday.
Majority of Americans oppose ending birthright citizenship, NPR/Ipsos poll finds
Published: May 15, 2025 11:26
As the Supreme Court takes up birthright citizenship, a new poll finds that less than a third of Americans want it to end. But other parts of the White House’s immigration crackdown are more popular.
Potential for severe storms Thursday followed by windy, cooler weather
Published: May 15, 2025 11:14
Our heat wave is ending with a potentially stormy Thursday. Some storms could be strong to severe. Windy, cooler weather settles in Thursday night into Friday.
Poland prepares for war
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/15/npr-poland-prepares-for-war
Published: May 15, 2025 10:46
Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine and President Trump’s efforts to change the U.S. relationship with Europe and NATO have caused some European countries to rethink their own defense. One example is Poland, which shares a 500-mile border with Russia…
Art Hounds: Duluth retrospective, musical improv and open mic storytelling
Published: May 15, 2025 09:00
Art Hounds recommend a retrospective show for Duluth painter Oddio Nib, “Sad Songs for Happy People,” and the American School for Storytelling.
Minnesota lawmakers push for social media warning labels to protect kids’ mental health
Published: May 15, 2025 09:00
A proposal working through the Legislature would mandate the pop-up warnings for social media users noting the potential mental health harms of the platforms.
As wildfires continue in northeastern Minnesota, community members step up
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/15/wildfires-continue-in-northeastern-minnesota
Published: May 15, 2025 09:00
Reinforcements are arriving to help fight several wildfires burning in northern Minnesota that have scorched about 58 square miles and destroyed dozens of homes. Volunteers are also stepping in to help care for the crews.
How a film reel of mystery origin made its way to a Minneapolis cinema
Published: May 15, 2025 09:00
In a tiny theater in south Minneapolis sits a rusty can, containing a 15-minute film reel whose origins are a mystery.
NPR live coverage of Supreme Court arguments in challenge to birthright citizenship
Published: May 15, 2025 09:00
The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on Wednesday in a case challenging President Donald Trump’s order limiting who is entitled to birthright citizenship. Hear the arguments live here.
Twin Cities conservative and liberal college students try not to stay in their lanes
Published: May 15, 2025 09:00
For the last year, a group of conservative and liberal college students have been meeting monthly to talk politics. The result? New friendships and new perspectives.
Timberwolves beat Warriors in Game 5 to reach Western Conference finals for 2nd straight year
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/14/minnesota-timberwolves-beat-golden-state-warriors-game-5
Published: May 15, 2025 04:36
Julius Randle scored 29 points on 13-for-18 shooting to send the Minnesota Timberwolves to the Western Conference finals for the second straight time with a 121-110 victory over the Golden State Warriors in Game 5 on Wednesday night.
Minnesota Frost beat Toronto Sceptres to advance to PWHL championship
Published: May 15, 2025 02:53
Minnesota — the fourth and final seed in both postseasons — rallied from two goals down to become the first team in the league’s two seasons to win a best-of-five series in less than five after splitting the first two matches in Toronto.
Minnesota Freedom Fund switches focus from cash bail to policy
Published: May 15, 2025 00:08
A nonprofit that seeks to end cash bail in Minnesota said Wednesday that it’ll no longer post bail for people who are in pretrial detention. The Minnesota Freedom Fund says it’s shifting its focus from helping individual clients to education and…
Federal judge orders Marshall man detained by ICE to be immediately released
Published: May 15, 2025 00:06
Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers arrested Aditya Harsono in March at his job at a Marshall hospital, days after his student visa was revoked without his knowledge. He has been in custody for nearly two months at the Kandiyohi County Jail.
The Environmental Protection Agency delays limits on PFAS in drinking water
Published: May 14, 2025 23:02
Federal rules to reduce the levels of “forever chemicals” in drinking water are getting delayed.
Republicans voice concern over Trump‘s support for a new Air Force One from Qatar
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/14/npr-trump-qatar-air-force-one-republicans-congress
Published: May 14, 2025 22:58
In a rare break with the president, some inside the GOP are expressing concern over the potential national security risks of accepting a luxury Boeing 747 jet from Qatar to replace Air Force One.
Medtronic lays off employees at Coon Rapids research lab
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/14/medtronic-lays-off-employees-at-coon-rapids-research-lab
Published: May 14, 2025 22:03
An employee who works at the lab confirmed the layoffs. He said about 20 people were let go this morning, and he was laid off later in the day.
DHS ends Temporary Protected Status for Afghanistan, raising concerns for Minnesota’s Afghan community
Published: May 14, 2025 20:05
The status allows people fleeing violence, political unrest and instability temporary protection from deportation and immediate work permits. The Department of Homeland Security says Afghanistan is becoming safer and the country no longer meets the…
NASA rover spies the first aurora at Mars that's visible to the human eye
Published: May 14, 2025 18:45
NASA's Perseverance rover has detected the first aurora at Mars that's visible to the human eye. That's good news for future astronauts who can savor the view on the red planet. European and U.S. scientists reported Wednesday that the green aurora in the…
Buttigieg presses an anti-Trump message in Iowa and demands Democrats make their agenda clear
Published: May 14, 2025 15:31
Pete Buttigieg returned to Iowa with some messages about what’s changed since he ran in the state’s 2020 Democratic presidential caucuses. President Joe Biden's transportation secretary gave a critique Tuesday of President Donald Trump’s administration…
EPA announces rollback for some Biden-era limits on so-called forever chemicals in drinking water
Published: May 14, 2025 14:42
The Environmental Protection Agency says it will roll back limits on several types of so-called forever chemicals in drinking water. The agency, however, will keep limits on the two most common types, called PFOA and PFOS, although it will offer a two-year…
Trump administration’s universal flu vaccine project puzzles scientists
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/14/npr-trump-universal-flu-vaccine
Published: May 14, 2025 14:18
The Trump administration has launched a $500 million project to develop a universal flu vaccine that won’t need yearly updates. But vaccine experts are mystified by its focus on a dated technology.
ESPN’s new streaming app could replace cable for some but may end up costing them more
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/14/npr-espn-streaming-app-cost
Published: May 14, 2025 12:53
ESPN says its long-anticipated subscription plan will cost $29.99 a month. An analyst says that, combined with subscriptions to other stream services, could drive the cost up to the price of cable packages.
FDA moves to ban fluoride supplements for kids, removing a key tool for dentists
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/14/npr-fda-fluoride-prescription-ingestible-treatments
Published: May 14, 2025 12:50
The agency is taking steps to remove prescription fluoride treatments that children swallow.
Cassie testifies against Sean Combs, and more updates from the trial
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/14/npr-diddy-trial-cassie-sean-combs
Published: May 14, 2025 12:48
On the witness stand on Tuesday, the singer at the center of the prosecution’s case said that Combs controlled most aspects of her life and career.
This country is slowing climate action. Its capital city is stepping up
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/14/npr-climate-laws-solutions-vienna-solar-geothermal
Published: May 14, 2025 12:47
As many federal governments slow — or reverse — climate action, Austria’s capital, Vienna, wants to show how cities can take the lead.
Major League Baseball lifts lifetime ban on Pete Rose and ‘Shoeless’ Joe Jackson
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/14/npr-pete-rose-shoeless-joe-jackson-lifts-ban-hall-of-fame
Published: May 14, 2025 12:41
Major League Baseball has lifted the lifetime ban of Pete Rose, “Shoeless” Joe Jackson and 15 other deceased players. The move clears the way for a Hall of Fame vote but doesn’t guarantee admission.
New Jersey says chemical maker 3M agrees to ‘forever chemical’ settlement worth up to $450M
Published: May 14, 2025 12:19
New Jersey’s attorney general says chemical manufacturer 3M has agreed to pay up $450 million to resolve lawsuits over natural resource contamination stemming from PFAS — commonly referred to as “forever chemicals.”
Trump meets Syria’s interim president after pledging to lift sanctions
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/14/npr-trump-syria-sharaa-sanctions
Published: May 14, 2025 11:56
Gulf states are keen to invest in Syria, which has important mineral and oil reserves, but had been prevented from doing so by U.S. sanctions. President Trump has now pledged to lift the restrictions.
Minnesota Capitol comes to a slowdown as lawmakers await budget outline
Published: May 14, 2025 11:22
Top legislative leaders and the governor have been meeting for more than two weeks to hammer out a budget framework. While they say talks are advancing, their prolonged negotiations could force a special session to wrap things up.
As data center concerns heat up, Rochester company develops solutions to keep them cool
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/14/rochester-company-uses-liquid-to-keep-electronics-cool
Published: May 14, 2025 11:02
The power demands of data centers for cooling have raised concerns about whether utilities and the electric grid will be able to keep up. LiquidCool offers a different solution: covering computer components with fluid, then circulating it to remove heat.
As northeastern Minnesota wildfires burn, more federal help is on the way
Published: May 14, 2025 10:50
Dozens of homes and cabins are destroyed and scores of people have evacuated — but more federal help is on the way, and desperately needed rain is in the forecast.
Multiple Trump White House officials have ties to antisemitic extremists
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/14/npr-trump-white-house-antisemitism
Published: May 14, 2025 10:32
NPR has identified three Trump administration officials with close ties to antisemitic extremists, including a prominent Holocaust denier.
Minnesota court scrutinizes gun law tucked into 2024 tax bill
Published: May 14, 2025 09:00
A gun rights group argues that a ban on a certain type of trigger that DFLers added to the sprawling 2024 tax plan violates a prohibition on multi-subject bills.
From Nye’s to Betty’s Pies: A Minneapolis designer photographs the signs of Minnesota
Published: May 14, 2025 09:00
Minneapolis-based designer and sign painter Kelsi Sharp showcases her photo collection and hand-painted signs in the exhibition “Greetings From” at Augsburg University, reflecting on Minnesota’s visual history through iconic and hidden signage.
Suicide rate in Minnesota remains below record highs for second year
Published: May 14, 2025 00:31
Deaths by suicide in Minnesota and across the country have been increasing over the past two decades, but the rate of increase may be slowing down. The 2024 suicide rate in Minnesota was similar to 2023, with an estimated 813 suicides among residents.
Federal grand jury indicts Wisconsin judge in immigration case, allowing charges to continue
Published: May 13, 2025 23:05
The arrest of Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan escalated a clash between President Donald Trump’s administration and local authorities over the Republican’s sweeping immigration crackdown.
Minnesota lawmakers look to change 2023 law that restricts keys containing lead
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/13/lead-key-kerfuffle-could-get-solved-in-sessions-final-days
Published: May 13, 2025 20:03
A bipartisan group of lawmakers say the law needs to change so retailers and manufacturers aren’t shut out of the key making business in Minnesota. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency supports a timely transition.
Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins visits Minneapolis VA hospital
Published: May 13, 2025 19:31
Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins made a visit to the Minneapolis VA hospital Tuesday, amid uncertainty for the agency's future funding and staffing.
Trump in Saudi speech urges Iran toward a 'new and a better path' as he pushes for nuclear deal
Published: May 13, 2025 17:10
President Donald Trump in a speech in Saudi Arabia has urged Iran to take a “new and a better path” as he pushes for a new nuclear deal. At a U.S.-Saudi investment conference, Trump says he wants to avoid conflict with Tehran.
A trove of forgotten Nazi documents is found in Argentina’s Supreme Court basement
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/13/npr-nazi-documents-argentina-supreme-court-archives
Published: May 13, 2025 15:51
Inside boxes found in the basement were documents “intended to consolidate and propagate Adolf Hitler’s ideology in Argentina,” the court said. Supreme Court president Horacio Rosatti has ordered a review.
Heat, fire danger linger Tuesday; rain, cooler temps on the way
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/13/heat-and-fire-danger-linger-tuesday-but-rain-on-the-way
Published: May 13, 2025 15:31
Rinse and repeat. Another hot, breezy day with critical fire conditions, especially in western Minnesota. We are on track for a shift toward cooler weather and needed rain by late week.
Episcopal Church refuses to resettle white Afrikaners, citing moral opposition
Published: May 13, 2025 15:22
The church said it’s terminating a decades-long partnership with the federal government to help refugees arriving in the U.S., citing moral opposition to resettling white Afrikaners from South Africa.
Inflation cools in April — but tariffs could upend the picture in coming months
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/13/npr-inflation-tariffs-economy-trade-eggs
Published: May 13, 2025 15:17
Consumer prices in April were up 2.3 percent from a year ago, the smallest annual increase in more than four years. Grocery prices fell 0.4 percent, thanks to a large drop in the price of eggs.
Trump signs an order to reduce drug prices, but it’s unclear how it would work
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/13/npr-trump-lower-drug-prices
Published: May 13, 2025 15:13
President Trump wants to lower drug prices in the U.S. by tying them to the prices paid in other developed countries. The pharmaceutical industry has long opposed the approach.
Big money deals, pomp and delicate diplomacy mark Trump’s trip to Saudi Arabia
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/13/npr-trump-saudi-arabia-qatar-uae-business
Published: May 13, 2025 15:09
President Trump arrives in Saudi Arabia and heads next to Qatar and the UAE, where he’s looking to come away with big-dollar deals. The trip puts a spotlight on his business interests in the Gulf.
Warriors struggle again to stop Timberwolves stars Edwards and Randle
Published: May 13, 2025 15:01
Warriors coach Steve Kerr keeps stressing how if Golden State is going to win its playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves it will be because of defense. That defense isn’t getting it done and the Warriors lost 117-110 in Game 4 for a second…
Trump tried to fire Corporation for Public Broadcasting board members. Then came DOGE
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/13/npr-doge-cpb-board-members-trump-lawsuit-npr-pbs
Published: May 13, 2025 14:13
DOGE staffers tried to assign a team to the independent Corporation for Public Broadcasting after President Trump’s purported firing of three board members last month.
Gérard Depardieu found guilty of sexual assault in landmark French trial
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/13/npr-gerard-depardieu-guilty-sexual-assault
Published: May 13, 2025 13:43
A French court on Tuesday found Gérard Depardieu guilty of sexually assaulting two women on a film set, sentencing the French film icon to an 18-month suspended prison term.
First, relief. Then, a scramble to get stuff in after U.S. cuts China tariffs for now
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/13/npr-us-china-tariffs-trade-deal
Published: May 13, 2025 12:23
Although business owners welcomed a temporary deal with China to slash tariffs, there’s still considerable uncertainty about what happens next.
UnitedHealth Group CEO steps down; suspends 2025 outlook on higher-than-expected medical costs
Published: May 13, 2025 11:47
UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty is stepping down from his post for personal reasons and the healthcare giant says it’s suspending its full-year forecast due to higher-than-expected medical costs.
National Guard will help crews battle wildfires
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/13/wildfires-in-minnesota-camp-house-jenkins-creek-munger-shaw
Published: May 13, 2025 11:32
Scores of residents of northeastern Minnesota have been forced to evacuate their homes as several large wildfires grow and spread. Hot, dry and windy conditions are helping fuel the blazes. Gov. Tim Walz is calling up the National Guard to help local,…
Edwards, Randle lead the way again as Timberwolves beat Warriors 117-110 for 3-1 playoff series lead
Published: May 13, 2025 11:20
Anthony Edwards scored 30 points for his second straight 30-point performance, Julius Randle had 31 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Golden State Warriors 117-110 for a 3-1 lead in their Western Conference playoff series.
‘This whole other reality’: Pao Houa Her’s photos show complexity of Hmong diaspora
Published: May 13, 2025 09:00
Pao Houa Her’s internationally acclaimed photography is rooted in her experience being born in Laos, living with her family in the jungle for a year, escaping to a refugee camp and moving to Minnesota.
A U-turn on EVs? Minnesota lawmakers could be headed that direction in session finale
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/13/minnesota-lawmakers-could-make-ev-u-turn
Published: May 13, 2025 09:00
Hybrid and all-electric vehicle drivers might face a higher surcharge on their annual registration as part of a plan to shore up the state’s road and bridge project fund.
MPD chief standing by cops amid accusation of home ‘break-in’ after dog complaint
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/13/mpd-stands-by-officers-amid-home-breakin-accusation
Published: May 13, 2025 09:00
A Minneapolis woman says police officers illegally entered her house in the middle of the night following a complaint about a loose dog.
Great Lakes’ at least $7 billion fishing industry may get a reprieve from the great carp invasion after all
Published: May 13, 2025 00:48
Government agencies, advocacy groups and others have long debated how to prevent the fish from reaching the Great Lakes, where scientists say they could out-compete native species for food and habitat in waterways.
Rochester NAACP says police misidentified family of child called racial slur in viral video
Published: May 13, 2025 00:01
The Rochester branch of the NAACP started a fundraiser for the family. The organization’s president said Monday that no funds have been disbursed yet and that police have connected him to the affected family.
Measles cases rise to 11 in North Dakota after two new infections reported in Cass County
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/12/measles-cases-rise-to-11-in-north-dakota
Published: May 12, 2025 22:29
Two Essentia Health clinics in the Fargo area were exposed to the measles virus after two new cases were reported over the weekend.
Minnesota State College Southeast celebrates ’50 Years of Lutherie’
Published: May 12, 2025 16:49
From YourClassical: The showcase will salute a half-century of the programs focusing on instrument building and repair.
Crews continue battling wildfire near Brimson, at least 3 homes and cabins burned
Published: May 12, 2025 16:47
The Camp House Fire near Brimson has grown to 750 acres as of Monday morning. It was zero-percent contained as crews worked on the ground and from the air to douse the flames.
Trump says he'd be 'stupid' to turn down Qatar's offer of a new plane
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/11/npr-qatar-plane-trump
Published: May 12, 2025 16:34
Qatar's offer of a luxury jet, which comes on the eve of President's Trump's visit to the Middle East, raises major ethical and legal questions.
There's a secret superfood in white rice and pasta: Here's how to unlock it
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/12/npr-rice-nutrition-pasta-digest-super-food
Published: May 12, 2025 16:30
When it comes to rice and pasta, dietitians recommend eating brown or whole grain because they're more nutritious. But you can create a super nutrient in white rice and white pasta. Here's the trick.
First group of Afrikaners granted refugee status are on their way to the U.S.
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/12/npr-first-group-afrikaner-refugees-arrive
Published: May 12, 2025 15:31
The first group of white Afrikaner South Africans granted refugee status by Trump administration enroute to U.S. as most other refugee admissions still suspended.
May 13 special elections and ballot questions in Minnesota
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/07/may-13-special-elections-and-ballot-questions-in-minnesota
Published: May 12, 2025 15:26
Special elections will be held for races in Orono, Traverse County and Mora schools. Referendums are being held in Slayton and Unorganized Township 63-17 in St. Louis County, as well as school districts in Cedar Mountain, Chisago Lakes, Fulda, Kingsland…
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