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Stories from May 13, 2024

Biden's National Monument expansion applauded by allies, but big obstacles loom

Biden's National Monument expansion applauded by allies, but big obstacles loom

President Biden dramatically expanded two national monuments in California. But there are growing concerns that federal land managers are struggling to manage existing monuments designated since 2016.
by Kirk Siegler

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Trapped in Rafah, U.S. medical volunteers say they can’t save lives and can’t evacuate

Trapped in Rafah, U.S. medical volunteers say they can’t save lives and can’t evacuate

At the European Hospital in Rafah, there are shortages of pain medication, antibiotics, even bandages, American volunteers say they are unable to save lives — and unable to evacuate to safety.
by Jane Arraf

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Appeals court lifts injunction on Minneapolis’ 2040 plan

Appeals court lifts injunction on Minneapolis’ 2040 plan

The city of Minneapolis can resume work under its 2040 Comprehensive Plan following an appeals court ruling Monday. That’s the plan that gained national attention when it made Minneapolis the first U.S. city to end single-family-only zoning.
by Megan Burks

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‘The best season yet’: Timberwolves fan and author on finding hope in the recent losses

‘The best season yet’: Timberwolves fan and author on finding hope in the recent losses

The last two Timberwolves games brought back an all too familiar feeling for Minnesota sports fans. Author and fan Hanif Abdurraqib talked with MPR News host Cathy Wurzer about why he thinks the Timberwolves may still have a shot.
by Cathy Wurzer and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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Why protesters in Georgia are opposed to a 'foreign agents' law and why it matters

Why protesters in Georgia are opposed to a 'foreign agents' law and why it matters

More than 50,000 people took to the streets of the capital city Tbilisi over the weekend to protest against proposed legislation that critics say is modeled on a Russian law used to crush dissent.
by Rebecca Rosman and Charles Maynes

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Michael Cohen, Trump’s former fixer, testifies against him in the hush money trial

Michael Cohen, Trump’s former fixer, testifies against him in the hush money trial

He is expected to bolster the prosecutors case that Trump falsified business records to pay off Stormy Daniels, the adult film star, with whom he is alleged to have had an affair.
by Ximena Bustillo and NPR Washington Desk

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As the FDA evaluates ecstasy treatment for PTSD, questions mount about the evidence

As the FDA evaluates ecstasy treatment for PTSD, questions mount about the evidence

Clinical trials of MDMA have been promising, but concerns have emerged about the quality of the research. A June hearing scheduled by the Food and Drug Administration is likely to address them.
by Will Stone

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Minnesota semiconductor manufacturer awarded nearly $200 million in state, federal funding for expansion

Minnesota semiconductor manufacturer awarded nearly $200 million in state, federal funding for expansion

Bloomington's Polar Semiconductor is beginning a $525 million expansion that it says will double its output and create 160 new jobs. It’s slated to receive nearly $200 million in state and federal funding for the project.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Town prepares for possible 'last stand' as wildfires rage across Western Canada

Town prepares for possible 'last stand' as wildfires rage across Western Canada

A fire expert is warning that an intense wildfire could hit a town in western Canada, based on forecasts of strong winds that have been fueling the out-of-control blaze, which has already forced the evacuation of thousands.
by The Associated Press

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Air quality alert across Minnesota. Just 1 week left for Legislature

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has issued an air quality alert for all of Minnesota through the early part of Monday. And it's the final stretch for state lawmakers and the 2024 legislative session.
by Phil Picardi

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Charter flights for WNBA road games was an early Mother's Day gift for players with children

Charter flights for WNBA road games was an early Mother's Day gift for players with children

Katie Lou Samuelson says her life as first-time mom got a littler easier with the WNBA's announcement that players will fly on charter flights for road games. The Indiana Fever wing gave birth to her daughter, Aliya Renea Cannady, on Aug. 4. and is one of about a dozen players across the league with children.
by The Associated Press

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The origin story of Steve from 'Blue's Clues' is even more wholesome than you think

The origin story of Steve from 'Blue's Clues' is even more wholesome than you think

The heartfelt enthusiasm from a toddler in a dress with yellow flowers landed Steve Burns the iconic hosting gig, bringing joy to generations of tots. Earlier this spring, they met for the first time.
by Alina Hartounian

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Counterfeit fentanyl pills are becoming a lot more common in law enforcement seizures

Counterfeit fentanyl pills are becoming a lot more common in law enforcement seizures

Almost half of the illicit fentanyl seized by law enforcement last year was pills made to look like prescription opioids, a new study says. The trend suggests a growing supply of illicit fentanyl.
by Emma Bowman

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Rochester Public Schools move to formalize procedure for helping transgender kids

Rochester Public Schools move to formalize procedure for helping transgender kids

Around the state, school districts have or are in the process of developing guidelines aimed at helping transgender and gender-nonconforming kids navigate school. One such district is Rochester, where new guidance issued last fall has led to contentious school board meetings.
by Catharine Richert

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Psychosis care model gives new hope to young patients

Psychosis care model gives new hope to young patients

Psychosis comes with a slew of treatment challenges. In the last decade, a new program model has seen success with treating patients as soon as they start showing symptoms. One Minnesota patient says this care is the reason he’s back on his feet and planning his future.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Nuggets tie series with Timberwolves at 2-2 with 115-107 win behind Jokic, Gordon

Nuggets tie series with Timberwolves at 2-2 with 115-107 win behind Jokic, Gordon

Nikola Jokic scored 16 of his 35 points in the fourth quarter, and Aaron Gordon had 27 points on 11-for-12 shooting to propel the Denver Nuggets to a series-tying 115-107 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday night in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals.
by The Associated Press and Kerem Yücel

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The first person to receive a genetically modified pig kidney transplant has died

The first person to receive a genetically modified pig kidney transplant has died

Richard Slayman died almost two months after the historic procedure, the Boston hospital where he had the transplant said Saturday. At 62, he had the transplant to treat his end-stage kidney disease.
by Emma Bowman

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