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Stories from September 23, 2024

Minnesota-based company Yelloh, once better known as Schwan’s, announces November closure

Minnesota-based company Yelloh, once better known as Schwan’s, announces November closure

Once the operator of the largest fleet of freezer trucks in the U.S., Yelloh announced Monday it will wrap up operations in November. Until recently it was known as Schwan’s Home Delivery, famed for its iconic yellow trucks.
by Hannah Yang

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In 100 days, Minnesota plans to be free of ‘forever chemicals.’ Some businesses already are

In 100 days, Minnesota plans to be free of ‘forever chemicals.’ Some businesses already are

It’s the most restrictive ban on these harmful chemicals in the nation and state experts say local companies are already starting to get into compliance. The chemicals are used in a variety of products like cookware, cosmetics and carpets. 
by Kyra Miles

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A state senator has thwarted a GOP effort to lock down all of Nebraska’s electoral votes for Trump

A state senator has thwarted a GOP effort to lock down all of Nebraska’s electoral votes for Trump

A Republican effort to lock down all of Nebraska’s electoral votes for former President Donald Trump appeared doomed Monday when a state lawmaker denied backers his crucial support for the move.
by The Associated Press

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Solar farm construction; Shakopee plane crash

Minnesota Power plans to build two large solar farms in the next few years. And an initial report from the Federal Aviation Administration says a plane that crash-landed in a Shakopee park last Friday went down due to engine issues.
by Emily Reese

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Prosecutors say suspect in Trump shooting attempt wrote a letter detailing his plans

Prosecutors say suspect in Trump shooting attempt wrote a letter detailing his plans

The man accused in the apparent assassination attempt of Donald Trump at his golf course a week ago in Florida appeared in court for a pre-trial detention hearing. Ryan Routh was captured fleeing the scene.
by Greg Allen

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Trump says he wouldn’t run for president again in 2028 if he loses this time

Trump says he wouldn’t run for president again in 2028 if he loses this time

When asked whether he would run again in four years if his current presidential bid is unsuccessful, Trump said “I don’t see that at all.” He would be 82 in 2028 — a year older than Biden is now.
by Rachel Treisman

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Stylish Olympic shooter Kim Yeji got an acting gig. She plays an assassin, of course

Stylish Olympic shooter Kim Yeji got an acting gig. She plays an assassin, of course

Kim Yeji, whose cool style and demeanor made her a "main character" of the Summer Olympics, has landed an acting gig and work with fashion brands. She says her athletic career remains her priority.
by Rachel Treisman

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Minnesota Poll: Klobuchar with comfortable lead in U.S. Senate race

Minnesota Poll: Klobuchar with comfortable lead in U.S. Senate race

Incumbent Democrat Sen. Amy Klobuchar leads Republican challenger Royce White in Minnesota’s Senate race according to a new poll conducted last week for MPR News, KARE 11 and the Minnesota Star Tribune.
by Craig Helmstetter

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Lebanon says Israeli strikes kill 100 people. That would make it the deadliest day since October

Lebanon says Israeli strikes kill 100 people. That would make it the deadliest day since October

The Israeli military said it struck 300 targets in Lebanon in one of the most intense barrages of airstrikes in nearly a year of fighting against the Hezbollah militant group. 
by The Associated Press

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Presidential race is tight, Klobuchar has comfortable lead over White in new Minnesota poll

A new poll conducted for MPR News, KARE 11 and the Star Tribune shows the presidential race to be a tight one among likely Minnesota voters. And in the race for U.S. Senate, incumbent DFLer Amy Klobuchar leads Republican challenger Royce White by 11 percentage points in that poll.
by Phil Picardi

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Minnesota Poll: Harris up on Trump but not by much as Democratic enthusiasm spikes

Minnesota Poll: Harris up on Trump but not by much as Democratic enthusiasm spikes

MPR News/KARE 11/Star Tribune Minnesota Poll puts Democratic nominee Kamala Harris ahead of Republican nominee Donald Trump in a race that is still close. But Trump’s prior enthusiasm advantage has disappeared.
by Mark Zdechlik

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EVs are cleaner than gas cars, but a growing share of Americans don't believe it

EVs are cleaner than gas cars, but a growing share of Americans don't believe it

Electric vehicles are caught up in the culture wars. Data from Ipsos shows the percentage of Americans who believe EVs are better for the environment than gas cars has dropped 5 points since 2022.
by Camila Domonoske

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Napheesa Collier scores 38 as Lynx fend off Mercury 102-95 in playoff opener

Napheesa Collier scores 38 as Lynx fend off Mercury 102-95 in playoff opener

Minnesota won three of four games — all by double digits — against Phoenix during the regular season. The Mercury beat the visiting Lynx 81-80 for their lone victory. The Lynx will host Game 2 at the Target Center on Wednesday. Phoenix will host Game 3 on Thursday if necessary.
by The Associated Press

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