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Stories from October 8, 2024

Shortage of IV bags requires Minnesota hospitals to postpone non-urgent surgeries

The portrayal by Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota's new paid family and medical leave program is getting pushback from state business leaders. And some Minnesota hospitals are postponing non-urgent surgeries and procedures due a shortage of IV bags.
by Emily Reese

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Trump secretly sent Putin COVID-19 tests during pandemic shortage, a new book reports

Trump secretly sent Putin COVID-19 tests during pandemic shortage, a new book reports

Vice President Harris is criticizing Trump over the reported shipment, which is detailed in a new book by the journalist Bob Woodward. The president's campaign has denied the reporting.
by Jason Breslow

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Dry October start means increased fire risk in Minnesota

Dry October start means increased fire risk in Minnesota

In the first week of October, most of Minnesota saw absolutely no rainfall. Meteorologist and climatologist Mark Seeley talked to Cathy Wurzer about the exceedingly dry conditions we saw in September extending into another month.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lukas Levin

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Minneapolis think tank uncovers ‘novel’ ideas to address homelessness

Minneapolis think tank uncovers ‘novel’ ideas to address homelessness

After Minneapolis’ housing was spotlighted at the recent vice presidential debate, questions about how well the city is combatting homelessness has been raised. Minneapolis City Council member Andrea Jenkins talked with MPR News host Cathy Wurzer ahead of a community meeting regarding the issue.
by Cathy Wurzer, Lukas Levin and Gracie Stockton

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TikTok is designed to be addictive to kids and causes them harm, U.S. states' lawsuits say

TikTok is designed to be addictive to kids and causes them harm, U.S. states' lawsuits say

More than a dozen states and the District of Columbia have filed lawsuits against TikTok. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and a bipartisan coalition of 21 other attorneys general also urged a Tennessee court Tuesday to enforce its orders that require TikTok to comply with an ongoing multistate consumer protection investigation and to preserve and produce relevant evidence.
by The Associated Press and MPR News Staff

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Harris, Walz appeared on ABC's 'The View' and 'Jimmy Kimmel Live'

Harris, Walz appeared on ABC's 'The View' and 'Jimmy Kimmel Live'

The Democratic presidential ticket is on a media blitz in New York. Vice President Kamala Harris appeared Tuesday on ABC's “The View," and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz appeared on ABC's “Jimmy Kimmel Live” on Monday night.
by The Associated Press

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Duluth Palestinian restauranteur reflects on year marked by violence in Gaza

Duluth Palestinian restauranteur reflects on year marked by violence in Gaza

Minnesota is home to hundreds of Palestinian families, including Lyla Abukhodair and her family. She lives in Duluth and in 2023 she opened a Palestinian restaurant called Falastin, which translates to “Palestine” in Arabic.
by Cathy Wurzer and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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Vital Signs: Drug deaths down, AI continuously creates breakthroughs in medical field

Vital Signs: Drug deaths down, AI continuously creates breakthroughs in medical field

Dr. Jon Hallberg from the University of Minnesota Medical School discussed good news in the medical field: a declining rate of drug overdose deaths and an increase in notetaking and research features for doctors using AI.
by Cathy Wurzer and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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‘We’re grateful’: Rapidan Dam Store reopens in new temporary location

‘We’re grateful’: Rapidan Dam Store reopens in new temporary location

The Rapidan Dam Store reopened in a new location in Mankato Monday. The original building was demolished before it fell into the Blue Earth River during severe flooding which swept around the dam in June.
by Hannah Yang

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Minnesota hospitals scramble to conserve IV fluid during nationwide shortage

Minnesota hospitals scramble to conserve IV fluid during nationwide shortage

M Health Fairview, Allina and Hennepin Healthcare are rescheduling their patients as a result of an IV fluid shortage. The shortage is one of the many ripple effects of Hurricane Helene.
by Cathy Wurzer, Aleesa Kuznetsov and Erica Zurek

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Minnesotans in Florida brace for arrival of Hurricane Milton; Minnesota National Guard ready to provide help

Minnesotans in Florida brace for arrival of Hurricane Milton; Minnesota National Guard ready to provide help

Gov. Tim Walz authorized the Minnesota National Guard to provide emergency assistance in Florida as the state braces for Hurricane Milton, which is likely to make landfall within the week.
by Anika Besst, Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Wild sign top goalie prospect Jesper Wallstedt to 2-year, $4.4 million extension

Wild sign top goalie prospect Jesper Wallstedt to 2-year, $4.4 million extension

The Minnesota Wild signed goaltender Jesper Wallstedt to a two-year, $4.4 million contract extension. The deal gives their prized prospect some security while waiting in the wings behind veterans Marc-Andre Fleury and Filip Gustavsson.
by The Associated Press

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Rapidan Dam Store reopens at temporary location. Voyageurs park ranger who died ID'd

The Rapidan Dam Store reopened at its new, temporary location in Mankato Monday after the original building collapsed during flooding earlier this summer. And the National Park Service ranger who died responding to a call at Voyageurs National Park on Sunday has been identified.
by Phil Picardi

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Your guide to voting in Minnesota: Registration, absentee ballots and general election details

Your guide to voting in Minnesota: Registration, absentee ballots and general election details

Election Day is approaching quickly. Here are answers to some frequently asked questions MPR News readers submitted about the upcoming election.
by Anika Besst, Nicole Johnson and Calli Hadler

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Poll: In the midst of a tight presidential race, Trump draws support from voters disillusioned with democracy

Poll: In the midst of a tight presidential race, Trump draws support from voters disillusioned with democracy

New polling shows this year’s Harris v. Trump presidential race is too close to call, with Trump drawing support from voters who are disillusioned with democracy. Results from the McCourtney Institute for Democracy’s Sept. 23-27, 2024 Mood of the Nation Poll.
by Eric Plutzer and Craig Helmstetter

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Harris is pressed for more specifics in a wide-ranging interview with '60 Minutes'

Harris is pressed for more specifics in a wide-ranging interview with '60 Minutes'

The interview followed criticism from former President Donald Trump that Kamala Harris has been unwilling to sit for hard interviews. She was pressed on everything from her economic proposals to immigration.
by NPR Washington Desk

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