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Stories from February 12, 2024

Legislative session begins; Students meet U of M presidential candidates

Lawmakers returned to the Minnesota Capitol Monday for the start of the 2024 legislative session. Reworking a state law regarding school resource officers is a top priority. Students at the University of Minnesota will get the chance to meet three candidates hoping to fill the role of president of the university system starting Monday.
by Emily Reese

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Molly Ringwald breaks free from 'mom purgatory' in 'Feud: Capote vs. The Swans'

Molly Ringwald breaks free from 'mom purgatory' in 'Feud: Capote vs. The Swans'

Ringwald represented teen angst in '80s films like “Sixteen Candles” and “The Breakfast Club.” She says early success led to her being typecast, but adds, “I’m really happy with where I’m at right now.”
by Tonya Mosley

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Yet another FAFSA problem: Non-citizens can't fill it out

Yet another FAFSA problem: Non-citizens can't fill it out

Parents who aren’t citizens aren’t able to complete the new version of the widely used financial-aid form, adding another barrier to families struggling with the college admissions process.
by Sequoia Carrillo and Janet W. Lee

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Carbon Sound's Julian Green and Sanni Brown on HEART BEATS and the Minnesota music scene

Carbon Sound's Julian Green and Sanni Brown on HEART BEATS and the Minnesota music scene

Content Director Julian Green and Host Sanni Brown joined MPR News with Angela Davis to talk about their newest work spotlighting DJ mixes and local musicians. 
by Angela Davis and Gretchen Brown

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New program aims to help immigrant-owned hair and nail salons switch to safer products

New program aims to help immigrant-owned hair and nail salons switch to safer products

Many hair and nail products contain toxic chemicals, but switching to safer products can be costly. A new outreach program aims to help salons take the first steps.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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Minnesota 2024 legislative session kicks off in St. Paul: Here's what to expect

Minnesota 2024 legislative session kicks off in St. Paul: Here's what to expect

The gavels struck at noon Monday in the Minnesota House and Senate chambers, beginning the legislative session in a year when lawmakers in the state House are up for reelection.
by Cathy Wurzer and CJ Younger

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Israel rescues 2 hostages, but Gaza officials say dozens were killed in the operation

Israel rescues 2 hostages, but Gaza officials say dozens were killed in the operation

Israeli military strikes in Rafah were part of an operation to rescue two Israeli hostages taken by Hamas on Oct. 7. There were initial reports that at least 50 Palestinians were killed in the raid.
by Hadeel Al-Shalchi and Anas Baba

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Meet the MPR News politics team

Meet the MPR News politics team

The political season is heating up. The Minnesota legislative session begins Monday and we’re heading into a big election year. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about covering politics with members of the MPR News politics team.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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Did a Minnesota company make Usher's Super Bowl halftime show roller skates? Yeah!

Did a Minnesota company make Usher's Super Bowl halftime show roller skates? Yeah!

A Minnesota company got some time in the spotlight before the global audience of Sunday night’s Super Bowl, when halftime performer Usher rolled onto the stage in a pair of Riedell roller skates.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Canada routs U.S. 6-1, sweeps final 4 games to claim 2nd straight Rivalry Series

Canada routs U.S. 6-1, sweeps final 4 games to claim 2nd straight Rivalry Series

Natalie Spooner and Emma Maltais each scored twice, Ann-Renée Desbiens made 24 saves and Canada routed the United States 6-1 on Sunday in the decisive seventh game of the Rivalry Series.
by The Associated Press

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The legislative session begins. Finalists for U of M president visit campuses this week

The 2024 state legislative session begins Monday in St. Paul. Democrats, who control both chambers, say the session will be more about tweaking existing legislation than approving new spending. And two of the three finalists to become the next University of Minnesota president will be in Morris and Crookston today — to kick off their public interviews.
by Phil Picardi

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Beyoncé releases two new songs during the Super Bowl, teasing more to come

Beyoncé releases two new songs during the Super Bowl, teasing more to come

Beyoncé teased, confirmed and dropped new music in the span of less than an hour during Sunday's Super Bowl. She released two songs, Texas Hold 'Em" and "16 carriages," promising more in March.
by Rachel Treisman

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Violent crime is dropping fast in the U.S. — even if Americans don't believe it

Violent crime is dropping fast in the U.S. — even if Americans don't believe it

In 2020, the United States experienced one of its most dangerous years in decades. But in 2023, crime in America looked very different. That change may have gone unnoticed.
by Karen Zamora, Ari Shapiro and Courtney Dorning

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In Minnesota, jail deaths spiked last year despite new protections

In Minnesota, jail deaths spiked last year despite new protections

Last year, 20 people died while in custody of Minnesota county jails. Justice advocates have called for more scrutiny of those deaths. A state official says mental health and addiction issues are key factors.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Trump slams Swift, prompting other politicians to come out as Swifties

Trump slams Swift, prompting other politicians to come out as Swifties

Donald Trump said on social media that copyright legislation he signed while president had made Swift "so much money," arguing it would be "disloyal" of her to endorse Biden as many are speculating.
by Rachel Treisman

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The Kansas City Chiefs win back-to-back Super Bowls

The Kansas City Chiefs win back-to-back Super Bowls

The Chiefs trailed the San Francisco 49ers at halftime but rallied to tie the game at the end of regulation. Patrick Mahomes’ 3-yard touchdown pass to Mecole Harman in overtime won it for Kansas City.
by NPR Staff

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