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Stories from December 13, 2023

After Marvin Haynes release, Hennepin County lays out reforms to address wrongful convictions

After Marvin Haynes release, Hennepin County lays out reforms to address wrongful convictions

People convicted of crimes in Hennepin County will soon have more recourse to get wrongful convictions or lengthy sentences overturned. Some of the changes could be seen in other jurisdictions, too.
by Tom Crann and Megan Burks

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Minnesota Supreme Court issues ruling on racial imbalances in schools

The Minnesota Supreme Court today released a decision in a case with the potential to remake the racial and socioeconomic structure of schools statewide. The court found that racial imbalances in schools alone don’t violate the state constitution.  That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Kirsti Marohn. Music by Gary Meister.
by Kirsti Marohn

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People have been searching for this song from 'The X-Files' for 25 years. Until now

People have been searching for this song from 'The X-Files' for 25 years. Until now

A song playing in the background of one episode has fascinated and eluded fans for more than two decades as they sought to track it, and the musicians, down. Now that mystery has finally been solved.
by Erika Ryan

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Judge pauses Trump’s 2020 election interference case while he appeals his immunity claim

Judge pauses Trump’s 2020 election interference case while he appeals his immunity claim

Donald Trump’s election interference case in Washington will be put on hold while the former president further pursues his claims that he is immune from prosecution, a judge ruled Wednesday.
by The Associated Press

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Minnesotans remember Twin Cities artist and activist Tou Ger Xiong

Minnesotans remember Twin Cities artist and activist Tou Ger Xiong

Colombian authorities on Wednesday were investigating the alleged kidnapping and killing of Minnesotan Tou Ger Xiong. He’s being remembered as a multifaceted community activist, motivational speaker, storyteller, comedian and rap artist.
by Cathy Wurzer, Gracie Stockton and Peter Cox

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MN Supreme Court: Racial imbalances in schools alone don’t violate state constitution

MN Supreme Court: Racial imbalances in schools alone don’t violate state constitution

Parents with students in the Minneapolis and St. Paul school districts claimed racial and socioeconomic segregation has led to separate but unequal education. Despite Wednesday’s decision, the issues may not be settled.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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Minneapolis, Department of Human Rights name finalists to monitor police court settlement

Minneapolis, Department of Human Rights name finalists to monitor police court settlement

The city of Minneapolis and the Minnesota Department of Human Rights have identified three finalists in the search for an independent evaluator who will monitor the city’s compliance with the court settlement reached earlier this year.
by MPR News Staff

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Icier Minnesota winters mean more slips, slides and falls

Icier Minnesota winters mean more slips, slides and falls

Have you ever fallen on the ice? MPR News host Angela Davis talks about why climate warming is making Minnesota winters icier and what we can do to prevent those falls and broken bones.  
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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Most Americans with mental health needs don't get treatment, report finds

Most Americans with mental health needs don't get treatment, report finds

Many Americans are diagnosed with mental health conditions, but most don't get professional help, even if they're insured. Obstacles include difficulties finding providers their plan covers.
by Rhitu Chatterjee

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James Patterson awards $500 bonuses to 600 employees at independent bookstores

James Patterson awards $500 bonuses to 600 employees at independent bookstores

Hundreds of employees at independent bookstores, from Chapter One in Victoria, Minn., to The Cloak & Dagger in Princeton, N.J., will be receiving $500 holiday bonuses from author James Patterson.
by The Associated Press

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Attacks on health care are on track to hit a record high in 2023. Can it be stopped?

Attacks on health care are on track to hit a record high in 2023. Can it be stopped?

The targeting of hospitals and medical workers is a fact of modern warfare — in Sudan, Syria, Ukraine, Gaza and Israel. International law say such attacks are unacceptable. Are there any consequences?
by Ari Daniel

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Tesla recalls nearly all vehicles sold in U.S. to fix system that monitors drivers using Autopilot

Tesla recalls nearly all vehicles sold in U.S. to fix system that monitors drivers using Autopilot

Tesla is recalling more than 2 million vehicles across its model lineup to fix a defective system that’s supposed to ensure drivers are paying attention when they use Autopilot.
by The Associated Press

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Climate talks end on a first-ever call for the world to move away from fossil fuels

Climate talks end on a first-ever call for the world to move away from fossil fuels

Leaders from nearly 200 countries agreed on the need to transition away from fossil fuels. But representatives of nations most vulnerable to climate impacts were not happy with the final deal.
by Nathan Rott, Rebecca Hersher and Jeff Brady

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Poll: Where Republican candidates align with most Americans — and where they don't

Poll: Where Republican candidates align with most Americans — and where they don't

A new NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll tested policy positions on some of the most hot-button political issues facing the country — from abortion rights and gender identity, to immigration and spending.
by Domenico Montanaro

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Fatal shooting at south Minneapolis unsheltered encampment set to be cleared by city in coming days

Fatal shooting at south Minneapolis unsheltered encampment set to be cleared by city in coming days

The city said it would move back a planned eviction of the camp from Dec. 15 to Dec. 19, but it’s unclear whether the fatal shooting could lead Minneapolis officials to change that plan.
by Melissa Olson

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