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Stories from July 2, 2024

Walz will meet with Biden; new federal legislation to prevent drug trafficking

Gov. Tim Walz is due to meet with President Joe Biden and other Democratic governors tomorrow. And new federal legislation co-sponsored by Democratic U.S. Rep. Angie Craig aims to stop drug trafficking on social media.
by Emily Reese

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Disaster emergency preparedness could be harder for caregivers, here’s some tips

Disaster emergency preparedness could be harder for caregivers, here’s some tips

With flooding and storms across the state these past few weeks, emergency preparedness is top of mind for Minnesotans. But for some, they’re preparing for two. Caregivers for disabled, ill and elderly people don’t just have themselves to think about in an emergency — they also have the person they’re caring for.
by Cathy Wurzer and CJ Younger

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Craig, Klobuchar seek support for legislation to crack down on fentanyl trafficking on social media

Craig, Klobuchar seek support for legislation to crack down on fentanyl trafficking on social media

U.S. Rep. Angie Craig and Sen. Amy Klobuchar are promoting a bill that would stop drug dealing to kids on social media sites like Snapchat, Facebook and Instagram. 
by Clay Masters

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New state law seeks to increase wages, competition for workers

New state law seeks to increase wages, competition for workers

On Monday, a new Minnesota law took effect that bans agreements between companies prohibiting one from hiring the other’s workers. They are known as “shadow noncompete clauses,” and advocates say the new law will help workers find jobs with competitive wages.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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A new federal rule could offer protection from extreme heat to millions of workers

A new federal rule could offer protection from extreme heat to millions of workers

A proposed rule from the the Occupational Safety and Health Administration would for the first time set in place regulations to better protect workers from extreme heat.
by Alana Wise

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Can you fix it? Yes, you can. Minnesota’s Right to Repair bill is now in effect.

Can you fix it? Yes, you can. Minnesota’s Right to Repair bill is now in effect.

The new law requires manufacturers of consumer electronics and other goods to provide replacement parts, tools and instructions so items can be repaired in order to reduce waste and costs.

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‘Compassion is everything’: A transgender lawyer and advocate looks back at her career

‘Compassion is everything’: A transgender lawyer and advocate looks back at her career

Ellie Krug was a civil trial lawyer for almost 30 years in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. She said coming into her transgender identity and moving to Minneapolis bolstered a new career in advocacy.
by Cathy Wurzer, Chris Farrell and Ellen Finn

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Shelter closures make homelessness in greater Minnesota more precarious

Shelter closures make homelessness in greater Minnesota more precarious

People experiencing homelessness in greater Minnesota are more likely to be in what’s called “precarious shelter” and are also more likely to have higher rates of serious health issues.
by Tom Crann and Ngoc Bui

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Vital Signs: From the Surgeon General’s office to the box office, addressing teen mental health

Vital Signs: From the Surgeon General’s office to the box office, addressing teen mental health

Dr. Jon Hallberg joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to talk about a proposal to add warning labels to social media and a new Disney movie that gives life to difficult emotions.
by Cathy Wurzer and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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Judge delays Trump’s hush money sentencing until at least September after high court immunity ruling

Judge delays Trump’s hush money sentencing until at least September after high court immunity ruling

Trump had been scheduled to face sentencing July 11 on his New York conviction on felony charges of falsifying business records. He denies any wrongdoing.
by The Associated Press

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Beautiful Wednesday ahead; more rain likely on July 4

Beautiful Wednesday ahead; more rain likely on July 4

After the wettest April-June period on record, you would hope we’d catch a break with some sunny dry weather for the Fourth of July holiday. But another wave of rain and thunderstorms looks likely for much of Minnesota Thursday.
by Paul Huttner

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Biden’s candidacy remains a discussion point for Walz, other Democratic governors

Biden’s candidacy remains a discussion point for Walz, other Democratic governors

Gov. Tim Walz led a call with other Democratic governors in which the status of President Joe Biden was among the discussion topics. Biden plans to meet with them Wednesday in an attempt to solidify support after last week’s shaky debate performance.
by Clay Masters and The Associated Press

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How will Minneapolis respond to homelessness after SCOTUS says sleeping outside can be a crime?

How will Minneapolis respond to homelessness after SCOTUS says sleeping outside can be a crime?

In Minnesota’s largest city, public camping is illegal — but it doesn’t come with criminal consequences. Enrique Velázquez, Minneapolis director of regulatory services who oversees the city’s response to homeless encampments, says that is not likely to change.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Coping with more rain and storms in a warming climate

Coping with more rain and storms in a warming climate

With climate warming, when it rains it really pours. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with the Minnesota commerce commissioner and the state climate director about why we’re seeing an increase in intense rain and violent storms and how we can prepare for and prevent damage from floods, wind and hail.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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The U.S. will pay Moderna $176 million to develop an mRNA pandemic flu vaccine

The U.S. will pay Moderna $176 million to develop an mRNA pandemic flu vaccine

The funds are targeted for release through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and will pay for continued development of a vaccine that uses the same mRNA technology that allowed rapid development and rollout of vaccines to protect against COVID-19.
by Associated Press

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Lingering showers Tuesday, a dry break Wednesday with more storms Thursday

Lingering showers Tuesday, a dry break Wednesday with more storms Thursday

Lingering showers will track east Tuesday morning. More thundershowers are possible late Tuesday. Wednesday looks dry and sunny but more storms develop Thursday that could dampen the Fourth of July holiday.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Gov. Walz visits Rapidan Dam site. E-bike rebate reopens after first attempt shorts out

Gov. Walz is in southern Minnesota on Tuesday to visit the Rapidan Dam and provide an update on flood conditions across the state. And Minnesota's e-bike rebate application program open again today at 11 a.m.
by Phil Picardi

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Struggling with falling demand for farm equipment, Deere & Co. announces nearly 600 layoffs

Struggling with falling demand for farm equipment, Deere & Co. announces nearly 600 layoffs

Deere is laying off nearly 600 workers as the farm equipment manufacturer deals with declining demand. Deere said the production positions being cut are concentrated at two factories in Iowa and one at its home base in Moline, Illinois, where 280 employees will be laid off effective Aug. 30.
by The Associated Press

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Biden administration proposes rule for workplaces to address excessive heat

Biden administration proposes rule for workplaces to address excessive heat

The Biden administration is proposing a rule aimed at addressing excessive heat in the workplace, as tens of millions of people in the U.S. are under heat advisories due to blistering temperatures.
by The Associated Press

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'Love is Blind' is mired in lawsuits. What does that mean for reality TV?

'Love is Blind' is mired in lawsuits. What does that mean for reality TV?

New Yorker writer Emily Nussbaum discusses the lawsuits brought forth by the “Love is Blind” cast members, and reflects on how reality TV has impacted our culture. Her new book is “Cue the Sun!”
by Terry Gross

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In Ely, an experiment to improve political conversations has come with ups and downs

In Ely, an experiment to improve political conversations has come with ups and downs

The community of Ely has lots of issues dividing people there. So late last year, residents embarked on an experiment to have more productive conversations about contentious issues. Today, two participants say they’ve started doing things differently in their own lives to reduce polarization.
by Catharine Richert

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The U.S. is eliminated from Copa America, increasing the pressure to fire its coach

The U.S. is eliminated from Copa America, increasing the pressure to fire its coach

The United States was eliminated from the Copa America with a 1-0 loss to Uruguay, a defeat sure to increase pressure to replace coach Gregg Berhalter before the 2026 World Cup.
by The Associated Press

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After Supreme Court immunity ruling, Biden draws sharp contrast with Trump on obeying rule of law

After Supreme Court immunity ruling, Biden draws sharp contrast with Trump on obeying rule of law

President Joe Biden warns that a Supreme Court ruling granting presidents broad immunity from prosecution would make an unchecked Republican Donald Trump “more emboldened to do whatever he wants” if he regains the White House in November’s election.
by The Associated Press

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Twin Cities celebrity chef Justin Sutherland charged with threatening to shoot girlfriend

Twin Cities celebrity chef Justin Sutherland charged with threatening to shoot girlfriend

Prosecutors allege Sutherland choked his girlfriend and smashed her phone before pointing a gun at her. Sutherland’s attorney said the criminal complaint against his client is “riddled with false truths.”
by MPR News Staff

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