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Trump marks his first 100 days in office in campaign mode, focused on grudges and grievances
Published: April 30, 2025 03:01
President Donald Trump has celebrated the 100th day of his second term — yet spent much of his rally marking it in campaign mode, fixated on past grudges and grievances.
Trump to offer automakers some relief on his 25 percent tariffs
Published: April 30, 2025 00:31
The White House says President Donald Trump will sign executive orders Tuesday to relax some of his 25% tariffs on automobiles and auto parts. It's a significant reversal as the import taxes threatened to hurt domestic manufacturers.
Take It Down Act, addressing nonconsensual deepfakes and 'revenge porn,' passes. What is it?
Published: April 29, 2025 22:29
The Take It Down Act, which seeks to enact stricter penalties for the distribution of non-consensual intimate imagery, sometimes called ‘revenge porn’ online, is heading to President Donald Trump's signature after its bipartisan passage in congress.
Vikings agree to $23M contract extension with edge rusher Andrew Van Ginkel
Published: April 29, 2025 21:50
The Minnesota Vikings and edge rusher Andrew Van Ginkel have reached an agreement on a one-year, $23 million contract extension coming off his first.
Remains of long-missing woman found in St. Cloud
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/29/remains-of-longmissing-wisconsin-woman-found-in-st-cloud
Published: April 29, 2025 20:32
Shannah Boiteau was last seen alive on June 22, 2016, running from a vehicle driven by her boyfriend. A property owner found her skeletal remains in St. Cloud.
The next pope will inherit Pope Francis’ mixed legacy with Indigenous people
Published: April 29, 2025 17:34
Whoever succeeds Pope Francis will inherit his momentous and controversial legacy of relations with Indigenous people throughout the Americas. Francis, who died April 21, apologized for the “catastrophic” legacy of residential schools in Canada.
Voters deciding who will fill a Minnesota Senate vacancy in District 6 special election
Published: April 29, 2025 17:16
The special election in a north-central Minnesota Senate seat will determine who replaces former Sen. Justin Eichorn after his arrest and a federal charge over attempted solicitation of a minor. The candidates running are Republican Keri Heintzeman and…
Trump threatens to strip sanctuary cities of federal funds. Minneapolis mayor responds
Published: April 29, 2025 17:00
President Donald Trump’s attorney general and Homeland Security secretary are tasked with compiling a list of sanctuary states, cities and jurisdictions for punishment — and Minneapolis could be among them. Mayor Jacob Frey joined Morning Edition to…
NCAA decision has the potential to alter junior hockey and with it the pipelines that feed the NHL
Published: April 29, 2025 16:50
The NCAA's recent decision to lift the ban on Canadian Hockey League players has the potential of dramatically changing junior hockey's developmental landscape in North America.
Multicar crash closes section of southbound I-35W in Shoreview
Published: April 29, 2025 16:20
MnDOT is reporting that Interstate 35W southbound between U.S. Highway 10 in Shoreview and Mounds View and County Road I in Arden Hills, is closed due to a serious crash — and will remain closed for the next four hours.
Bodega cats aren't just cute; some in N.Y. also consider them working animals
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/24/npr-bodega-cats
Published: April 29, 2025 15:53
Kitty lovers started a petition to reclassify cats as necessary to tackle rodents at New York City bodegas.
New lawsuit argues Trump and DOGE's government overhaul is unconstitutional
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/29/npr-trump-doge-lawsuit-federal-workers-cities
Published: April 29, 2025 15:35
A coalition of unions, nonprofits and local governments has sued President Trump, Elon Musk and the heads of nearly two dozen agencies in an effort to block mass layoffs in the federal government.
NBA says Doncic was fouled, but it wasn't called, late in Lakers' Game 4 loss to Minnesota
Published: April 29, 2025 14:46
Referees missed the Los Angeles Lakers’ Luka Doncic getting fouled with 33 seconds left in Game 4 of their playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the NBA said Monday.
Congress approves a revenge porn bill backed by first lady Melania Trump
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/29/npr-take-it-down-act-melania-trump
Published: April 29, 2025 14:42
Melania Trump has voiced support for the bill, which is in line with her “BE BEST” initiative. It is dedicated to child welfare and was started during President Trump’s first term.
Trump is giving automakers a break on tariffs
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/29/npr-trump-tariffs-automakers
Published: April 29, 2025 14:33
President Trump will sign an executive order on the shift on Tuesday as the White House marks his 100 days in office. It’s the latest shift in Trump’s on-again, off-again tariffs.
Supreme Court weighs whether law enforcement can be held accountable for raid on wrong house
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/29/npr-supreme-court-law-enforcement-raid
Published: April 29, 2025 14:28
It’s not easy to bring such cases. That's because the federal government is generally immune from being sued, except in certain circumstances set out by Congress.
Trump has used government powers to target more than 100 perceived enemies
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/29/npr-donald-trump-100-days-retribution-threats
Published: April 29, 2025 14:07
Through ICE arrests, criminal investigations, firings and executive orders, the president has launched a sweeping campaign of retribution. One judge called his actions “a shocking abuse of power.”
Randle has been a handful for the Lakers in the playoffs as the Wolves relish his physical presence
Published: April 29, 2025 13:49
Julius Randle has been a handful for the Los Angeles Lakers in this first-round NBA playoff series by delivering for the Minnesota Timberwolves a consistent scoring alternative to star Anthony Edwards.
Man arrested following death of ice hockey player Adam Johnson won’t face charges
Published: April 29, 2025 13:41
British prosecutors says a man arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the death of ice hockey player Adam Johnson has been told he will not face any charges. Johnson played for the Nottingham Panthers and died shortly after his neck had been…
The EPA is allowing the sale of cheaper, higher-ethanol E15 gasoline across the U.S. this summer
Published: April 29, 2025 12:53
The Environmental Protection Agency says consumers across the U.S. will still be able to buy cheaper E15 gasoline this summer. The EPA announced Monday that it has issued an emergency waiver to allow sales of the higher-ethanol blend gasoline in all states…
Twins get season-high 17 hits, Bailey Ober allows 1 run in 7 2/3 innings in 11-1 rout of Guardians
Published: April 29, 2025 12:35
Jonah Bride had three of Minnesota’s 17 hits, Bailey Ober allowed one run in 7 2/3 innings and the Minnesota Twins rolled to an 11-1 victory over the Cleveland Guardians on Monday night.
More give Trump an F than any other grade for first 100 days, poll finds
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/29/npr-trump-100-days-polling-grade-approval-rating
Published: April 29, 2025 12:11
Nearly half of Americans give President Trump a failing grade for his presidency so far, with near record low approval ratings at this point in the job, as he hits the milestone 100 days in office.
Carney wins Canadian election, while Conservative leader loses his seat in Parliament
Published: April 29, 2025 11:58
The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation projects that populist Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre will lose his seat in Parliament. That’s as Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal Party has won the federal election.
Disability-rights arguments grow heated at Supreme Court, though sweeping ruling appears unlikely
Published: April 29, 2025 11:38
A disability-rights case at the Supreme Court grew unusually heated on Monday, including accusations of lying and references to one side’s position being a potential “five-alarm fire.”
DFL Rep. Angie Craig announces bid for open U.S. Senate seat
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/29/angie-craig-announces-senate-run-for-tina-smiths-seat
Published: April 29, 2025 10:59
Rep. Angie Craig, a 2nd Congressional District Democrat, launched her campaign for the U.S. Senate on Tuesday. She’s among a few prominent DFL candidates hoping to succeed Sen. Tina Smith after next year.
Minnesota State Capitol will honor tribal nations with a Tribal Flag Plaza
Published: April 29, 2025 09:00
The Capitol Mall is undergoing changes over the next decade to become more welcoming to Minnesota’s diverse populations. The Tribal Flag Plaza is currently being constructed to represent the 11 federally recognized tribes in Minnesota.
Asian grocers navigate ever-changing tariff landscape on imported goods
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/29/asian-grocers-tariff-landscape-imported-goods-minnesota
Published: April 29, 2025 09:00
As the full impact of international tariffs is still unknown, small businesses like Asian grocery stores are worried about tariffs pushing up product prices and whether customers will stomach those higher prices.
The White House threatens sanctuary cities in another EO, but courts are skeptical
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/28/npr-white-house-threatens-sanctuary-cities-again
Published: April 29, 2025 01:17
President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at identifying sanctuary cities, part of a broader effort to target jurisdictions that limit cooperation with ICE.
Trump thinks Minnesotan Hegseth will 'get it together' amid Pentagon staff chaos
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/28/npr-trump-hegseth-pentagon
Published: April 29, 2025 01:16
As questions swirl around the fate of the secretary of defense, former colleagues paint a troubling picture of Hegseth's Pentagon.
Spain and Portugal begin recovering from a massive blackout. Here's what to know
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/28/npr-power-outage-spain-portugal-blackout-france
Published: April 29, 2025 01:15
Spanish prime minister Pedro Sánchez said a nationwide blackout of this scale had never happened before in Spain. He added that the underlying cause remains unclear.
Native-focused health care and affordable housing development breaks ground
Published: April 28, 2025 21:08
A community clinic in south Minneapolis is expanding its health care offerings to include affordable housing. Construction is expected to be completed in the next two years.
Lawmakers grill Ellison over 2021 meeting with group involved in Feeding Our Future fraud
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/28/lawmakers-grill-ellison-on-feeding-our-future-actions
Published: April 28, 2025 20:23
The attorney general defended his actions in meeting with the business owners before federal search warrants were issued in the case and said he didn’t take any actions to help the fraudsters.
Minneapolis to bring dance programs to every public school, rec center
Published: April 28, 2025 18:45
The city of Minneapolis is announcing $350,000 in funding to bring dance programming to every public school and rec center across the city.
Schools cancel classes, officials urge vigilance ahead of potential severe weather outbreak across Minnesota
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/28/minnesota-weather-severe-thunderstorms-tornado-hail-damage
Published: April 28, 2025 17:35
After one round of thunderstorms moved across Minnesota on Monday morning, attention turned to a second, potentially much more dangerous round of storms during the afternoon and evening hours.
‘Prophetic’ letter written by Titanic survivor sells for nearly $400,000 at auction
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/28/npr-letter-titanic-survivor-auction
Published: April 28, 2025 16:58
The letter, written by first-class passenger Archibald Gracie, sold for five times its expected price at auction. It was written aboard the ship five days before it sank.
Trump made big promises and moved at frenetic speed. 100 days in, here’s what he’s done and not done
Published: April 28, 2025 16:50
The weeks since President Donald Trump returned to office have been a whirlwind of activity to show Americans his administration is relentlessly pursuing his promises. As Trump hits his 100th day in office Tuesday, his imprint is everywhere.
Trump needs unity among Republicans to pass his budget bill. Can he get it?
Published: April 28, 2025 16:43
Congress returns from a two-week recess with a massive item on its to-do list: budget reconciliation. Lawmakers barely passed the plan's framework along party lines and now face an uphill battle on reaching consensus.
Anthony Edwards is ‘just trying to be a pest’ to LeBron James. The T-wolves won’t back down from LA
Published: April 28, 2025 16:34
Anthony Edwards learned a lot from LeBron James and the other elders on Team USA at the Olympics last summer. The experience provided yet more fuel for the bouncy, energetic and brash Minnesota Timberwolves guard in his journey to becoming one of the best…
The DEA says 114 immigrants in the U.S. illegally were arrested at a Colorado nightclub
Published: April 28, 2025 14:51
The Drug Enforcement Administration said the arrests occurred as part of a raid at an underground nightclub in Colorado Springs.
Canada’s election: all you need to know
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/28/npr-canada-election-carney-trump-tariffs
Published: April 28, 2025 14:10
Canada’s snap election has been dominated by one politician — who’s not even in the race — President Trump.
What has DOGE done in Trump’s first 100 days?
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/28/npr-doge-musk-trump-100-days
Published: April 28, 2025 13:56
One hundred days into President Trump’s second term, DOGE hasn’t delivered on its promised savings, efficiency or transparency in meaningful ways. But it has amassed unprecedented power over data.
Trump’s first 100 days: Steamrolling government, strong-arming allies and igniting trade wars
Published: April 28, 2025 13:36
In his first 100 days, President Donald Trump has exerted his power on a scale with no easy historical comparison. His actions have targeted programs from the New Deal and the Great Society, and go beyond.
Supreme Court to hear school disability discrimination case stemming from Osseo lawsuit
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/28/npr-supreme-court-osseo-minnesota-disability-discrimination
Published: April 28, 2025 11:47
At issue is a case testing the reach of federal laws that promise special help for children with disabilities in public schools. Specifically: What do parents have to prove in order to get that specialized help?
Minnesotans are feeling a lot of economic uncertainty 100 days into Trump’s presidency
Published: April 28, 2025 11:47
Around Minnesota, voters are reporting belt-tightening and concern about a possible recession. Many supporters of President Donald Trump are hopeful he can turn things around, but his critics are fearful of what’s to come.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class of 2025 includes OutKast, Soundgarden and Cyndi Lauper
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/28/npr-2025-rock-roll-hall-of-fame-inductees
Published: April 28, 2025 10:16
The seven acts voted into the Rock Hall this year include Southern rap and Midwest garage rock duos, pillars of the grunge and English blues rock eras and the ‘80s most unusual pop star.
A divided Legislature looks for compromises as Minnesota session turns toward finish
Published: April 28, 2025 09:00
Republicans and Democrats must find compromises as they craft a new state budget, with long debates and a bundle of votes awaiting.
In NW Minnesota, she rescues dogs, then trains them to rescue veterans
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/28/minnesotan-rescues-dogs-trains-them-to-rescue-veterans
Published: April 28, 2025 09:00
Linda Wiedewitsch trains dogs to help military veterans deal with the psychological effects of war. Most of the dogs she trains come from pounds around Detroit Lakes. It’s a cycle of grace that’s helping rescue dogs and veterans.
U of M accused of mishandling plagiarism allegations against influential professor
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/28/university-minnesota-rachel-hardeman-plagiarism-allegations
Published: April 28, 2025 09:00
University of Minnesota officials are facing accusations they mishandled claims of plagiarism against a prominent professor who delivered millions of dollars in grant money to the university.
Heintzeman, Slipy face off Tuesday in special election for state Senate seat
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/28/voters-to-pick-new-state-senator-in-special-election
Published: April 28, 2025 09:00
The winner will fill the District 6 seat left vacant by Justin Eichorn, who resigned last month. The two candidates who hope to replace him include a staunch conservative and a relative political newcomer.
Timberwolves push Lakers to edge of elimination with 116-113 comeback win behind Edwards’ 43 points
Published: April 27, 2025 23:58
Jaden McDaniels converted a three-point play with 39.5 seconds left for the lead and stole the ensuing inbounds pass from LeBron James, leading a rally by the Minnesota Timberwolves for a 116-113 win over the Los Angeles Lakers that put them up 3-1 in the…
Sebastian Berhalter, Pedro Vite spark second-half surge as Whitecaps top Minnesota United 3-1
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/27/vancouver-whitecaps-top-minnesota-united-3-1
Published: April 27, 2025 23:24
Sebastian Berhalter started the scoring 10 minutes into the second half and Pedro Vite added two goals four minutes apart to propel the Vancouver Whitecaps to a 3-1 victory over Minnesota United.
Joe Ryan strikes out season-best 11 as Twins top Angels 5-0 for 3-game series sweep
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/27/minnesota-twins-top-los-angeles-angels-50
Published: April 27, 2025 21:15
Joe Ryan struck out a season-high 11 in seven shutout innings and the Minnesota Twins beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-0 for their first three-game win streak since August. Ryan allowed four hits and a walk.
Trump says Columbus Day will now just be Columbus Day
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/27/trump-says-columbus-day-will-now-just-be-columbus-day
Published: April 27, 2025 20:15
President Donald Trump says he is bringing back Columbus Day. The holiday was first designated by Franklin Delano Roosevelt in 1934 and is celebrated the second Monday in October.
Suspect arrested in Homeland Security Secretary Noem’s purse theft
Published: April 27, 2025 19:57
Officials say a suspect has been arrested in connection with last week's theft of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s purse as she ate at a Washington, D.C., restaurant. Noem’s purse was nabbed on Easter Sunday and reportedly contained about $3,000…
Amid water safety issues for infants, Northfield rejects proposed water treatment facility
Published: April 27, 2025 18:38
The city is telling its residents to use bottled water or under the sink filters because of high levels of manganese in Northfield’s drinking water.
Israeli jets strike Beirut's southern suburbs for the third time since a ceasefire began
Published: April 27, 2025 17:03
Israeli jets have struck Beirut’s southern suburbs in the third such attack since a ceasefire began in late November. Israeli strikes have continued in southern and eastern Lebanon despite the ceasefire in late November.
Meet the man who made six figures selling anti-Elon Musk Tesla stickers
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/25/npr-anti-elon-musk-bumper-sticker-tesla
Published: April 27, 2025 15:46
Matthew Hiller started making anti-Elon Musk stickers for Teslas after Musk's X takeover. He's made six figures selling them.
Protesters chant after arrest of judge accused of helping man evade immigration authorities
Published: April 27, 2025 14:50
Protesters are chanting and marching outside the FBI on Saturday after agents arrested a Milwaukee judge accused of helping a man evade immigration authorities.
Russia launches nearly 150 drones against Ukraine as Trump doubts Putin's desire for peace
Published: April 27, 2025 14:22
Russia has launched a sweeping drone assault and airstrikes across Ukraine overnight, killing at least four people. The attacks came after U.S. President Donald Trump cast doubt over Russian President Vladimir Putin’s willingness to end the war.
Alexis Herman, the first Black secretary of labor in U.S. history, dies at age 77
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/26/npr-alexis-herman-first-black-secretary-of-labor-dies
Published: April 27, 2025 13:32
Civil rights groups, labor organizations and politicians praised Alexis Herman as a "trailblazer" who fought for the rights of women, Black people and American workers over the course of decades.
Why judges blocked the Trump admin's school DEI crackdown
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/26/npr-trump-dei-schools-education-courts
Published: April 27, 2025 13:29
On Thursday, three federal judges in Maryland, New Hampshire and Washington, D.C., said Trump's anti-DEI efforts were on shaky legal ground.
Police say 9 people were killed when car plowed into Vancouver street festival crowd
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/27/npr-vancouver-street-festival-deaths
Published: April 27, 2025 13:29
A man was arrested after his vehicle ran into a crowd at an event celebrating Filipino culture, Vancouver police posted to social media. Police said they are confident this was "not an act of terrorism."
Federal work shaped a Black middle class. Now it's destabilized by Trump's job cuts
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/27/npr-black-federal-employees-trump-cuts
Published: April 27, 2025 13:26
For generations of Black workers, federal government jobs have provided a path into the middle class. The Trump administration's workforce cuts are now throwing that sense of stability up in the air.
New tribal national park in North Dakota aims to preserve rugged and scenic landscape
Published: April 27, 2025 12:00
A new tribal national park in North Dakota is opening a little-seen area of the rugged Badlands to hikers and other outdoors enthusiasts.
Barbashev scores in OT, Golden Knights beat Wild 4-3 in Game 4 to even first-round series
Published: April 27, 2025 00:00
Ivan Barbashev scored at 17:26 of overtime and the Vegas Golden Knights beat the Minnesota Wild 4-3 in Game 4 to even their first-round playoff series.
ICE deports immigrant mother of an infant and 3 children who are US citizens, lawyers say
Published: April 26, 2025 23:42
Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers have in recent days deported a Cuban-born mother of a 1-year-old girl, separating them indefinitely. In two other cases, three children ages 2, 4 and 7 who are U.S. citizens along with their Honduran-born…
Twins match season high with 13 hits in 5-1 win over Angels
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/26/twins-match-season-high-with-13-hits-5-1-win-over-angels
Published: April 26, 2025 23:39
Ty France doubled, singled and drove in a run as the Minnesota Twins matched their season high with 13 hits and beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-1 for their fourth win in five games.
Employee cuts at Social Security are leaving remaining workers struggling to keep up
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/26/npr-social-security-workforce-cuts
Published: April 26, 2025 20:06
Social Security employees are feeling "overwhelmed" and wait times for phone services are up as workforce cuts from the Trump administration are being felt throughout the agency.
Vikings acquire QB Sam Howell from Seahawks in trade involving 5th-round pick swap
Published: April 26, 2025 19:35
The Minnesota Vikings acquired quarterback Sam Howell in a trade with Seattle during the NFL draft. They swapped fifth-round picks with the Seahawks for a young backup for J.J. McCarthy who has starting experience.
U.S. judge says 2-year-old apparently deported to Honduras 'with no meaningful process'
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/26/npr-honduras-deported-girl-citizen
Published: April 26, 2025 18:32
The toddler, a U.S. citizen, was apparently sent to Honduras with her mother and 11-year-old sister, even as a federal judge tried to contact an attorney representing the government.
Iran says 5 people are dead and more than 700 injured in a massive port explosion
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/26/npr-iran-port-explosion-deaths
Published: April 26, 2025 17:32
A massive explosion and fire rocked a port in southern Iran possibly linked to a shipment of a chemical ingredient used to make missile propellant.
Trump meets Zelenskyy during visit to Pope Francis' funeral
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/26/npr-trump-zelenskyy-pope-francis-funeral
Published: April 26, 2025 16:08
It was their first face-to-face meeting since they argued in front of cameras in the Oval Office in February — and comes as efforts intensify to end Russia's war in Ukraine.
Israeli airstrike kills 10 people, half of them children, as mediators try to restart a ceasefire
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/26/israeli-airstrike-kills-10-people
Published: April 26, 2025 15:38
An Israeli airstrike has flattened a three-story home in Gaza City and killed 10 people. A hospital says half of the victims were children.
Virginia Giuffre, who accused Prince Andrew in Epstein sex trafficking scandal, has died
Published: April 26, 2025 14:05
Virginia Giuffre, who accused Britain’s Prince Andrew and other influential men of sexually exploiting her as a teenager trafficked by financier Jeffrey Epstein, has died.
Canada is gearing up for federal election. Here's what's at stake
Published: April 26, 2025 13:40
Canadians will vote for a new government in an election that has been upended by U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war and threats to make Canada the 51st state.
Mighty and meek say goodbye to Pope Francis
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/26/mighty-and-meek-say-goodbye-to-pope-francis
Published: April 26, 2025 13:26
World leaders and Catholic faithful have said farewell to Pope Francis in a funeral that highlighted his concern for people on the “most peripheral of the peripheries” and reflected his wishes to be remembered as a simple pastor.
Iran and the US hold expert talks in Oman over Tehran's rapidly advancing nuclear program
Published: April 26, 2025 13:12
Iran and the United States have started in-depth negotiations in Oman over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program, talks that likely will hinge on the Islamic Republic’s enrichment of uranium.
The Funeral of Pope Francis
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Published: April 26, 2025 08:00
The funeral service for Pope Francis will be held in St. Peter’s Square, in front of the 16th century basilica in Vatican City. Watch it live here.
Wolves top Lakers 116-104 in Game 3 to take series lead behind both-ways standout Jaden McDaniels
Published: April 26, 2025 05:03
Jaden McDaniels scored a career playoff-high 30 points and spearheaded Minnesota’s stifling defense on an ailing Luka Doncic while sparking the Timberwolves in a 116-104 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers for a 2-1 lead in their first-round series.
Larnach, Buxton homer as Twins beat Angels 11-4
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/25/larnach-buxton-homer-twins-beat-angels-11-4
Published: April 26, 2025 04:54
Trevor Larnach homered, doubled and drove in four runs as the Minnesota Twins defeated the Los Angeles Angels 11-4. Byron Buxton had a home run and a triple with three RBIs and Mickey Gasper was 2 for 2 with a double and two RBIs for the Twins, who have…
Twins rookie Keaschall suffers broken forearm
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/25/twins-rookie-keaschall-suffers-broken-forearm
Published: April 26, 2025 04:39
Minnesota Twins rookie infielder Luke Keaschall is headed to the injured list due to a broken forearm after being hit by a pitch Friday in an 11-4 victory over the Los Angeles Angels.
Minnesota sues Trump administration over threat to withhold funding from schools
Published: April 25, 2025 23:25
Minnesota joined a 19-state coalition on Friday to sue the Trump administration for threatening to withhold federal funding from K-12 schools over DEI.
Ukrainian workers at landmark Minneapolis restaurant seek answers after Trump halts work permit renewals
Published: April 25, 2025 22:37
Thousands of Ukrainians who’ve settled temporarily in Minnesota fear that they may soon have to return home, even as Russia’s assault on their country continues. The concern is especially high at Kramarczuk’s deli and restaurant in northeast Minneapolis, a…
University of Minnesota dance team wins 1st and 2nd place at international cheerleading championship
Published: April 25, 2025 22:15
Representing Team USA, the Gophers won gold in the cheer pom division and silver in performance cheer jazz.
‘A mansion of a nest’: Mallard mama takes up residence in unused eagle nest
Published: April 25, 2025 21:00
A mallard duck has made her and her handful of eggs at home in an unoccupied bald eagle’s nest. The DNR expects the eggs to hatch around May 15.
Ask A Bookseller: ‘The Antidote’ by Karen Russell
https://www.mprnews.org/episode/2025/04/25/ask-a-bookseller-the-antidote-by-karen-russell
Published: April 25, 2025 20:44
Victoria Ford of Comma, a bookshop in Minneapolis, recommends Karen Russell’s “The Antidote.”
New senior staff announced as White House looks to 'right the ship' at the Pentagon
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/25/npr-hegseth-defense-department
Published: April 25, 2025 20:16
The defense department has announced new senior level positions after recent firings and resignations. But with Pentagon head Pete Hegseth under fire for missteps, the way ahead is still unclear.
State regulators give St. Paul foundry deadline to submit pollution control information
Published: April 25, 2025 18:10
State regulators are giving a St. Paul iron foundry until May 8 to submit an updated information on its pollution control operations, or lose its air quality permit.
ICE is reversing termination of legal status for international students around US, lawyer says
Published: April 25, 2025 17:54
A government lawyer said the federal government is reversing the termination of legal status for international students after many filed court challenges around the U.S.
Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to federal murder charge in killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO
Published: April 25, 2025 17:36
Luigi Mangione has pleaded not guilty to a federal murder charge in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, as prosecutors formally declared their intent to seek the death penalty against him.
Former Hennepin County judge reprimanded for sexual harassment, inappropriate contact with clerk
Published: April 25, 2025 17:08
Former Hennepin County Judge Jay Quam has been reprimanded by the Minnesota Board on Judicial Standards after it said an investigation concluded he engaged in sexual harassment — including inappropriate sexual contact with a law clerk.
Trump says 'Crimea will stay with Russia' as he seeks end to war in Ukraine
Published: April 25, 2025 16:45
U.S. President Donald Trump says “Crimea will stay with Russia.” It's a definitive statement about the need for Ukraine to cede territory to end the war
Ex-US Rep. George Santos sentenced to over 7 years in prison for fraud and identity theft
Published: April 25, 2025 16:23
Disgraced former U.S. Rep. George Santos has been sentenced to over seven years in prison. He sobbed Friday as he heard his 87-month sentence.
Former Vikings star running back Adrian Peterson arrested for suspected DWI
Published: April 25, 2025 15:34
Former Minnesota Vikings star Adrian Peterson was arrested on suspicion of drunk driving early Friday morning.
FBI director says a judge accused of helping someone evade immigration agents has been arrested
Published: April 25, 2025 15:22
FBI Director Kash Patel says a Wisconsin county judge accused of helping a man avoid immigration enforcement has been arrested.
In a reversal, the Trump administration restores funding for women’s health study
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/25/npr-hhs-restores-funding-for-womens-health-initiative
Published: April 25, 2025 14:07
The unexpected elimination of funding for the decades-long research project focused on women’s health shocked scientists. They were heartened by the quick restoration of support.
How to watch Pope Francis’s funeral, and what to expect
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/25/npr-pope-francis-funeral-how-to-watch
Published: April 25, 2025 13:52
Pope Francis’s funeral begins in Vatican City at 4 a.m. ET on Saturday and will end with his burial in Rome. Here’s what to know about the day's events — and how Francis is breaking with tradition.
A moose trek across Sweden pulls in millions of viewers looking for ‘Slow TV’
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/04/25/npr-great-moose-migration-stream-sweden
Published: April 25, 2025 13:48
Last year, more than 9 million people watched across the world, and executive producer Johan Erhag said he expects viewership will be even higher this year.
Pope Francis’ doctor says pontiff died ‘without suffering, at home’
Published: April 25, 2025 13:40
Pope Francis’ doctor has recounted the pope’s last moments in Italian newspaper interviews. Dr. Sergio Alfieri said the pope “died without suffering, at home.” The doctor found the pontiff with his eyes open and breathing normally, but unresponsive when he…
Twins third baseman Royce Lewis to start injury rehab assignment on Friday
Published: April 25, 2025 13:11
Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis will begin an injury rehab assignment on Friday at Triple-A St. Paul. Lewis hasn’t played since he picked up a moderate hamstring strain while running out a ground ball in a spring training game on March 16.
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