MPR News Update

An appeal for gun control; a preview of the Twins home opener; an encroaching metro area

Today on the MPR News Update we hear from a shooting victim urging Rep. Eric Paulsen to support background checks on gun purchases, we get a taste of the foodie fare at Target Field, sneak an advance peek at the statewide robotics competition this weekend, and more.

MN shooting victim: More background checks Can your robot throw a Frisbee? Minn. high schoolers compete to find out Photos: Minnesota Regional FIRST Robotics Competition Twins fans should brace for cold seats, hot treats Ballpark fare: This season's new food offerings at Target Field Photos: Target Field's new food offerings Pothole season: Repair crews keeping up so far Fixing potholes in St. Paul Minn. farmers to plant more corn in response to rising prices Twin Cities 'metro' creeping further into countryside Retired officer and U of M alum recalls his role in repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell Brian Miller and Randy Gosa perform lumberjack songs at MPR studios How to plan a genealogical travel adventure Lawmakers rush to catch up on same-sex marriage