A new model developed by a U of M researcher that blends artificial intelligence with more traditional forecasting techniques could bring flood forecasts to many parts of the state that lack them.

A coalition of utilities, counties, clean energy groups and labor unions known as the Minnesota Nuclear Energy Alliance is pushing the Legislature to reconsider the state’s moratorium on new nuclear plants. Some legislators want to fund a study of the potential impacts.

Starting in April, the entire length of Highway 280 — between Interstate 94 in St. Paul and Highway 36/Interstate 35W in Roseville — will close for a major construction project.

Last week, the WNBA and its players reached a landmark labor deal. Coming up at 8 p.m. on Monday, MPR News host Catharine Richert and her guests talk about what it means for the athletes, the game and the future of the league.

The “Child Care is Community Infrastructure Road Tour” has paired lawmakers and child care leaders with community members to make the case that child care is as necessary as infrastructure like roads and bridges.

The Trump administration has carried out on a threat to sue the state of Minnesota and its school athletics governing body for allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls sports.