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Stories from March 14, 2024

Burnsville shooting indictment; VP Kamala Harris in Minnesota

A federal grand jury has indicted the girlfriend of Shannon Gooden, the man who shot and killed three Burnsville first responders last month. Prosecutors allege that Ashley Dyrdahl bought guns for Gooden, who was barred from purchasing firearms because of a felony conviction. And a symbolic setting figured prominently into an appearance by Vice President Kamala Harris in Minnesota Thursday. Harris toured a Planned Parenthood North Central States facility to make a point about the Biden administration’s commitment to preserving access to abortion and other reproductive care.
by Emily Reese

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Minneapolis police department and Hennepin County debate approach to juvenile car thefts

Minneapolis police department and Hennepin County debate approach to juvenile car thefts

The Minneapolis Police Department and the Hennepin County Attorney’s office are trying to crack down on juvenile car thefts. But they seem to be disagreeing on how to go about it.
by Cathy Wurzer and CJ Younger

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It’s not just ‘hang loose.’ Lawmakers look to make the friendly ‘shaka’ Hawaii’s official gesture

It’s not just ‘hang loose.’ Lawmakers look to make the friendly ‘shaka’ Hawaii’s official gesture

A pinky and thumb extended with the remaining fingers curled down: That’s the “shaka” in Hawaii. It's sometimes known outside the islands as the “hang loose” sign associated with surf culture. But in Hawaii, where it originated, it's a more common and nuanced gesture.
by The Associated Press

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South Dakota legislator calls for inquiry into Gov. Noem’s Texas dental trip and promo video

South Dakota legislator calls for inquiry into Gov. Noem’s Texas dental trip and promo video

A Democratic legislator is calling for an inquiry into South Dakota Republican Gov. Kristi Noem’s trip to Texas for dental work and a promotional video in which she praises the dental office.
by The Associated Press

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Woman indicted for buying guns used in fatal standoff that killed Burnsville first responders

Woman indicted for buying guns used in fatal standoff that killed Burnsville first responders

A federal grand jury has indicted a Twin Cities woman for allegedly buying five guns for Shannon Gooden, the man who fatally shot three first responders in Burnsville in February before killing himself.
by Cathy Wurzer and Matt Sepic

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Census: Pine County growing fastest, Dakota County gaining most

Census: Pine County growing fastest, Dakota County gaining most

The population of east-central Minnesota’s Pine County grew by two and one-quarter percent from 2022 to 2023, making it the state’s fastest growing county according to new estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau.
by Craig Helmstetter

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Minneapolis City Council overrides Frey’s veto on ordinance boosting rideshare driver pay

Minneapolis City Council overrides Frey’s veto on ordinance boosting rideshare driver pay

The ordinance, expected to go into effect on May 1, will boost rideshare driver pay. Uber and Lyft say that will make the services too expensive for many riders.
by Regina Medina, Jon Collins and Dana Ferguson

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Changing the colors: Minnesota Capitol complex counts flags and seals to replace

Changing the colors: Minnesota Capitol complex counts flags and seals to replace

The state has run an assessment of how many Minnesota flags and seals at Capitol-area buildings that will eventually make way for new emblems. The tally currently stands at 120 flags and 71 seals across the Capitol complex.
by Dana Ferguson

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Feds charge alleged gun buyer tied to killing of 3 Burnsville first responders

Feds charge alleged gun buyer tied to killing of 3 Burnsville first responders

Prosecutors say Ashley Anne Dyrdahl purchased five firearms as a straw buyer for her boyfriend, Shannon Gooden, and that Gooden used two of those weapons to kill the first responders. Dyrdahl on Thursday pleaded not guilty.
by Matt Sepic

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News deserts affect Minnesota suburbs the most. Here’s how Woodbury is fighting back

News deserts affect Minnesota suburbs the most. Here’s how Woodbury is fighting back

Suburbs around the country have seen some of the most dramatic losses of newspapers in recent years. Even when there’s at least one local outlet, a closure can leave a gaping hole in a community.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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Hennepin County Attorney says new youth crime prevention program working

Hennepin County Attorney says new youth crime prevention program working

The program connects at-risk youth, who are identified by the attorney’s office and by law enforcement, to social workers and county services. It’s meant to keep kids from committing crimes and ending up in the legal system. But Minneapolis police say they want to see changes. 
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Basilica Block Party announces lineup

Basilica Block Party announces lineup

The Basilica Block Party, returning after a five-year hiatus, has announced its lineup with the Goo Goo Dolls and Counting Crows headlining, alongside a mix of national and local acts.
by Max Sparber

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Drought deepens in Minnesota

Drought deepens in Minnesota

Drought continues to deepen in Minnesota due to lack of snow cover and precipitation since the first of the year, with 74 percent of the state now in at least moderate drought. There’s no significant change in that pattern in sight.
by Sven Sundgaard

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What’s Pi Day all about? Math, science, pies and more

What’s Pi Day all about? Math, science, pies and more

College students, rocket scientists and math enthusiasts around the world are celebrating Pi Day. The holiday is on Thursday, March 14 since 3/14 correlates to the first three digits of the infinite number.
by The Associated Press

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VP Harris visits Minnesota. Minneapolis City Council considers overriding Frey's rideshare veto

Vice President Kamala Harris campaigns in Minnesota Thursday. Harris will speak at a healthcare facility in St. Paul during her visit. And the Minneapolis City Council will decide whether to override a mayoral veto to enact pay raises for rideshare drivers.
by Phil Picardi

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The stories in ‘Green Frog’ are wildly entertaining and wonderfully diverse

The stories in ‘Green Frog’ are wildly entertaining and wonderfully diverse

Gina Chung’s collection is a fantastic medley of short stories that dance between literary fiction, fable, Korean folklore and science fiction — and one that’s full of emotional intelligence.
by Gabino Iglesias

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Harris visited a clinic that provides abortion, a first for any president or vice president

Harris visited a clinic that provides abortion, a first for any president or vice president

Vice President Kamala Harris toured a Minnesota clinic that provides abortion during a trip to the Twin Cities on Thursday. It’s believed to be a first for a vice president or president.
by MPR News Staff and Deepa Shivaram

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A simple blood test can detect colorectal cancer early, study finds

A simple blood test can detect colorectal cancer early, study finds

At a time when colorectal cancer is rising, researchers say a blood test can detect 83 percent of people with the disease. If the FDA approves it the test would be another screening tool for early detection.
by Allison Aubrey

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Why Ireland is one of the most pro-Palestinian nations in the world

Why Ireland is one of the most pro-Palestinian nations in the world

One of the most pro-Palestinian nations in the world is not an Arab or Muslim country. It's not even in the Middle East. Polls show Ireland has some of the highest support for the Palestinians.
by Lauren Frayer and Fatima Al-Kassab

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Class of COVID: For Minnesota high school seniors, pandemic taught lessons in struggle, perseverance

Class of COVID: For Minnesota high school seniors, pandemic taught lessons in struggle, perseverance

Friday marks four years since Gov. Tim Walz announced the state’s first COVID-19 school closings. Students who entered high school in 2020 saw their entire experience shaped by the pandemic. Those graduating this spring say their high school years are a tale of resilience in a harsh time.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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Ukrainian children thrive in Minnesota after losses in the Russian invasion two years ago

Ukrainian children thrive in Minnesota after losses in the Russian invasion two years ago

Special friendships have helped ease Artem Fedorenko’s transition to his new life, particularly a reunion with his best friend from Ukraine. In 2022, a bomb blast took the 10-year-old’s arm. He became one of the first Ukrainian children to receive a prosthetic in Minnesota.
by Lindsey Seavert

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