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Stories from February 6, 2024

NTSB says key bolts were missing from the door plug that blew off a Boeing 737 Max 9

NTSB says key bolts were missing from the door plug that blew off a Boeing 737 Max 9

According to preliminary investigation findings released by NTSB investigators on Tuesday, four key bolts were "missing" when a door plug blew off an Alaska Airlines 737 Max 9 in midair last month.
by Joel Rose and Russell Lewis

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Ex-NFL quarterback Favre must finish repaying misspent welfare money, Mississippi auditor says

Ex-NFL quarterback Favre must finish repaying misspent welfare money, Mississippi auditor says

Auditor Shad White’s demand of nearly $730,000 from Brett Favre is the latest twist in a long-running legal battle over money that was supposed to help some of the poorest people in one of the poorest states in the nation.

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Minnesota woman accused of trying to get twin sister to take fall for fatal Amish buggy crash

Thirty-five-year-old Samantha Jo Petersen, of Kellogg, was charged Monday with 21 counts including criminal vehicular homicide and driving under the influence of drugs. The Sept. 25 crash killed Wilma Miller, 7, and Irma Miller, 11, while their two siblings were seriously injured.
by The Associated Press

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Lutsen Resort will rebuild after fire; St. Paul teachers will vote on strike

The manager of the historic north shore lodge destroyed in a fire early this morning says it will be rebuilt. And union teachers with the St. Paul Public Schools will vote next week on whether to authorize a strike.
by Emily Reese

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A Floridian transplant expected the worst of Minnesota's winter. She documented her disappointment on TikTok

A Floridian transplant expected the worst of Minnesota's winter. She documented her disappointment on TikTok

For some life-long Minnesotans, this wimpy winter might be considered a nice break. But we were curious what is it like for a Minnesota transplant who was expecting the worst of winter. Aubrey Regner moved from Minnesota to Florida this past summer and chronicled that move on TikTok.
by Nina Moini and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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‘It’s like losing a family member’: Former Lutsen Lodge owners of 30 years reflect on loss, legacy

‘It’s like losing a family member’: Former Lutsen Lodge owners of 30 years reflect on loss, legacy

The lodge has been a Minnesota landmark on the North Shore since 1885, making it the oldest resort in the state. Scott Harrison and Nancy Burns purchased the lodge in 1988 from the family who originally built it.
by Nina Moini, CJ Younger and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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Diablo Cody's new goth rom-com 'Lisa Frankenstein' is a Midwestern 'coming of rage'

Diablo Cody's new goth rom-com 'Lisa Frankenstein' is a Midwestern 'coming of rage'

Diablo Cody is known for the Oscar-winning movie Juno, which she wrote while living in Minnesota. More recently, she won a Tony for her Broadway adaptation of the Alanis Morissette album, Jagged Little Pill. Diablo Cody is the pen name of Brook Maurio. She’s originally from Chicago, but her time in Minnesota shows up in her work again and again.
by Nina Moini and Alanna Elder

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Revolutionary sickle cell therapy treatments are available. But at over $1 million, confusion over access persists

Revolutionary sickle cell therapy treatments are available. But at over $1 million, confusion over access persists

The FDA approved two new gene therapies for sickle cell two months ago. The treatment could be a cure for more than 1,500 Minnesotans with sickle cell disease.
by Nina Moini and Alanna Elder

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Michigan city ramps up security after 'WSJ' op-ed calls it 'America's jihad capital'

Michigan city ramps up security after 'WSJ' op-ed calls it 'America's jihad capital'

The fallout from a Wall Street Journal op-ed has led the Mayor of Dearborn, Mich., to increase police presence. Since the Israel-Hamas war broke out, there's been an uptick in hate crimes.
by Diba Mohtasham

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St. Paul teachers union set to vote on whether to strike

St. Paul teachers union set to vote on whether to strike

The St. Paul Federation of Educators said Tuesday that its leaders voted unanimously late Monday to authorize a Feb. 15 strike vote for all three bargaining groups, teachers, educational assistants and school and community service professionals.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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Policing and Black men: Is building trust possible? One Minneapolis group’s effort

Policing and Black men: Is building trust possible? One Minneapolis group’s effort

Policing in America is polarizing. Minneapolis police officers and Black community members are working on repairing their relationship — by learning the history and legacy of slavery.
by Angela Davis and Gretchen Brown

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Historic North Shore lodge destroyed in overnight fire, owner plans to rebuild

Historic North Shore lodge destroyed in overnight fire, owner plans to rebuild

The fire at the lodge along the Lake Superior shore was reported just after midnight, with staff members reporting smoke coming from the floor in the lobby area. Crews from eight fire departments battled the fire. The State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating.
by Dan Kraker and Andrew Krueger

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Another state lawmaker decides not to run again. No-snow blues for resorts

Season snowfall deficits continue to increase across Minnesota. This winter's snowfall is now about 2 feet below normal in the Twin Cities and more than 3 feet below normal in Duluth. And another DFL state lawmaker, Rep. Hodan Hassan, has announced she will not seek reelection this fall.
by Emily Bright

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Country music star Toby Keith dies at 62

Country music star Toby Keith dies at 62

Keith announced on social media in 2022 that he had been having chemotherapy and radiation treatments for stomach cancer. He is behind such hits as "Red Solo Cup" and "Beer For My Horses."
by Ayana Archie

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On Babe Ruth's birthday, watch these videos of the 'first sports celebrity'

On Babe Ruth's birthday, watch these videos of the 'first sports celebrity'

Babe Ruth would have been 129 this week. Baseball has changed over the years, but one thing that has endured is fans' fascination with one of the greatest sluggers ever to set foot on the diamond.
by Joe Hernandez

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On the cusp of a contentious election year, Ely finds new ways to talk about divisive issues

On the cusp of a contentious election year, Ely finds new ways to talk about divisive issues

The northern Minnesota town has long been the epicenter of the state’s conflict around mining and the environment. Now, though, there’s a renewed effort in Ely to restart a civil discussion around long-standing divisions.
by Catharine Richert

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In Nevada primary, Joe Biden wins, Nikki Haley trounced by 'none of these candidates' option

In Nevada primary, Joe Biden wins, Nikki Haley trounced by 'none of these candidates' option

Donald Trump didn’t compete in the primary, which doesn’t award any delegates needed to win the GOP nomination. The former president is instead focused on caucuses that will be held Thursday and will help him move closer to becoming the Republican standard-bearer. 
by The Associated Press, NPR Staff and MPR News Staff

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Feeding our Future case expands, 10 more charged, at least 70 took part in conspiracy

Feeding our Future case expands, 10 more charged, at least 70 took part in conspiracy

Prosecutors have charged another 10 people allegedly connected to the Twin Cities nonprofit Feeding our Future. The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Minneapolis now says 70 people took part in a conspiracy to steal at least $250 million from government nutrition programs meant for children in need.
by Matt Sepic

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