MPR News Update

Minneapolis stadium politics; Bachmann's accuser; light rail's amended costs

Today on the MPR News Update we get our first look at DFL candidates for Minneapolis mayor, we speak with a former Bachmann presidential campaign staffer accusing her of ethics violations, and we hear about revised cost figures for a new light rail line planned for the southwest Twin Cities suburbs.

Vikings stadium takes spotlight in first Minneapolis mayoral debate Peter Waldron: The man behind ethics allegations against Bachmann Cost of Southwest light rail could rise I-94 resurfacing, new Lafayette Bridge among planned Minn. road projects Mayo adds Shriners hospital to its network Minneapolis Fed chief more upbeat about US economy Appetites: Crave Brothers make a mean, green cheese Women in military struggle with family balance, sex assault At Bridging, Fran Heitzman connects the needy with furnishings others discard Minnesota seeks selection as a drone test site Rail line re-opens following crude oil spill Family loses business after death of teen Vandals spray-paint Minneapolis synagogue