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Stories from April 19, 2024

Wolves playoff preview: ‘They’re fully concentrated and locked in’

Wolves playoff preview: ‘They’re fully concentrated and locked in’

The Minnesota Timberwolves are set to begin their postseason campaign in the NBA playoffs this weekend. The Wolves have home court advantage in the first round of the playoffs for the first time since 2004. 
by Tom Crann and Josh Cobb

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State tax filing for free? Minnesota House approves proposal

Minnesotans would have access to a free electronic tax filing system under a bill that cleared a House committee Friday. Also, For the first time in two decades, the city of Saint Cloud will have new leadership. Dave Kleis, the city's longest-serving mayor, announced his retirement. This is the MPR News evening update, hosted by Jacob Aloi. Theme music by Gary Meister.
by Jacob Aloi

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Cannabis, sneezes and a welcome decline in respiratory diseases

Cannabis, sneezes and a welcome decline in respiratory diseases

Pre-legalization cannabis use in Minnesota was on par with the national average according to a study from the University of Minnesota School of Public Health. Hospitalizations from infectious respiratory diseases continue to wane in Minnesota.
by Alyson Clary and Craig Helmstetter

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Person rushed away on stretcher after fire extinguished outside Trump hush money trial

Emergency crews rushed away a person on a stretcher after fire was extinguished outside the Manhattan courthouse where jury selection was taking place Friday in Donald Trump’s hush money criminal case. No other details were immediately available from police.
by The Associated Press

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Col. Christina Bogojevic to lead Minnesota State Patrol, prioritizes traffic safety and diversity

Col. Christina Bogojevic to lead Minnesota State Patrol, prioritizes traffic safety and diversity

Col. Christina Bogojevic is the second woman to be chief of the Minnesota State Patrol in its history. Bogojevic joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to talk about her new role.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Paralysis and prejudice: Minnesota paralympian swimmer, husband document journey to parenthood

Paralysis and prejudice: Minnesota paralympian swimmer, husband document journey to parenthood

At the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival, Minneapolis native and three-time Paralympian swimmer Mallory Weggemann and her husband Jay Snyder are premiering their documentary, “Watershed.”
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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From crisis to care: How animal hoarding is straining Minnesota shelters and spotlighting mental health

From crisis to care: How animal hoarding is straining Minnesota shelters and spotlighting mental health

As animal hoarding cases surge in Minnesota, rescue shelters and volunteers rally to provide care, sparking conversations on mental health challenges.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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EPA designates 2 forever chemicals as hazardous substances, eligible for Superfund cleanup

EPA designates 2 forever chemicals as hazardous substances, eligible for Superfund cleanup

The Environmental Protection Agency has designated two forever chemicals used in cookware, carpets and firefighting foams as hazardous substances. Friday’s action is intended to ensure quicker cleanup of the toxic compounds and require those responsible for contamination to pay for its removal.
by The Associated Press

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Taylor Swift drops 15 new songs on double album, ‘The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology’

Taylor Swift drops 15 new songs on double album, ‘The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology’

Could there be a Taylor Swift new album rollout without a few additional surprises? No. On Friday, the pop star released her 11th album, “The Tortured Poets Department."
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Jill Biden in Minnesota. Senate passes ‘Voting Rights Act’

First lady Jill Biden will be in the Twin Cities Friday evening for an education speech and a campaign event. The Minnesota Senate has approved an elections policy bill that would guarantee Minnesotans the right to sue if they face discrimination in voting. And Highway 169 between Interstates 94 and 394 will be closed from Friday to Monday morning as crews work on a bridge replacement project, MnDOT says.
by Phil Picardi

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Kraken outlast Wild 4-3 in final regular-season game for non-playoff teams

Kraken outlast Wild 4-3 in final regular-season game for non-playoff teams

Tye Kartye tipped in a slap shot by Oliver Bjorkstrand for the tiebreaking goal with 2:40 remaining, and the Seattle Kraken beat the Minnesota Wild 4-3 to wrap up the regular season for two teams that missed the playoffs.
by The Associated Press

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Israel launches missile strikes into Iran, U.S. military official says

Israel launches missile strikes into Iran, U.S. military official says

A senior U.S. military official confirmed to NPR that the Israeli military had conducted missile strikes against Iran. But little else is known about the extent of the strikes and any potential damage, as both Israel and Iran appeared to downplay the attack on Friday morning.
by Tom Bowman, Rob Schmitz and Peter Kenyon

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Fake Botox has sickened patients nationwide. Here’s what to know — and what to avoid

Fake Botox has sickened patients nationwide. Here’s what to know — and what to avoid

Public health authorities are investigating reports of counterfeit injections sickening 19 people across nine states. Experts say getting bona fide Botox starts with finding a trustworthy provider.
by Rachel Treisman

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