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Stories from March 6, 2025

Budget forecast shows drop in funds for Minnesota

The Department of Management and Budget says lawmakers have just $456 million available for setting the next two-year budget — about 25 percent worse than before. And U.S. Sens. Tina Smith and Amy Klobuchar are pressing federal agencies for answers regarding the potential termination of the Bemidji Area Indian Health Service’s lease.
by Emily Reese

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‘Peoples’ livelihoods are on the line’ due to tariffs, Thunder Bay business leader says

‘Peoples’ livelihoods are on the line’ due to tariffs, Thunder Bay business leader says

Thunder Bay, Ontario, sits about 40 miles north of the eastern Minnesota border, and businesses there are grappling with how to respond to the tariffs and brace for the economic fallout.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Politics Friday: Moves in Washington hover over state budget outlook

Politics Friday: Moves in Washington hover over state budget outlook

MPR News senior politics editor Brian Bakst talked to Sen. Mark Johnson about the state’s budget situation. Plus, a conversation with the dean of Minnesota’s congressional delegation, U.S. Rep. Betty McCollum.
by Brian Bakst and Matthew Alvarez

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‘SNL’ photographer reflects on iconic celebrity portraits in new book

‘SNL’ photographer reflects on iconic celebrity portraits in new book

Mary Ellen Matthews has been “SNL’s” photographer for 25 years. In a new book, “The Art of the SNL Portrait,” she shares her most iconic celebrity photos, like Pete Davidson eating pasta.
by Ari Shapiro, Mia Venkat and Tinbete Ermyas

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A new collection of Harper Lee’s writing is coming later this year

A new collection of Harper Lee’s writing is coming later this year

The beloved author of “To Kill a Mockingbird” famously only released two novels in her lifetime. Now, the world will get to read more of Lee’s work with an upcoming release of short stories and essays.
by Manuela López Restrepo

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Pope Francis records audio greeting from hospital to thank people for their prayers

Pope Francis records audio greeting from hospital to thank people for their prayers

Pope Francis has recorded an audio greeting from the hospital to thank people for their prayers as he continues his recovery from double pneumonia. The audio was recorded for the evening Rosary prayer in St. Peter’s Square.
by The Associated Press

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State grant gives Minnesota students the chops for meat processing

State grant gives Minnesota students the chops for meat processing

Applications are now open for the Meat Education and Training (MEAT) grant. In the first round of grants, the West Central Area School District was able to start up a program. Agriculture teacher Eric Sawatzke says he added a class due to high interest from students.
by Nina Moini and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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Minnesota radio station owner among three skiers buried in Alaska avalanche

Minnesota radio station owner among three skiers buried in Alaska avalanche

Authorities said they believe that David Linder, 39, and the two other skiers, identified as Charles Eppard, 39, of Montana, and Jeremy Leif, 38, of Minnesota, are buried under more than 30 feet of snow. It happened after a helicopter delivered the skiers to a backcountry peak in the Chugach Mountains.
by MPR News Staff and The Associated Press

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Despite Wednesday's storm, drought conditions persist heading into spring

Despite Wednesday's storm, drought conditions persist heading into spring

Just days into meteorological spring, our focus shifts to the looming spring drought. After a record warm autumn in 2024 and a significant drought deficit, we’re relying on winter to provide the needed moisture as we head into spring.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Angry Birds, Frogger and others are finalists for the World Video Game Hall of Fame

Angry Birds, Frogger and others are finalists for the World Video Game Hall of Fame

The World Video Game Hall of Fame has revealed its 12 finalists for 2025. The finalists are: Age of Empires, Angry Birds, Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, Defender, Frogger, Golden Eye, Golden Tee, Harvest Moon, Mattel Football, Quake, NBA 2K and Tamagotchi.
by The Associated Press

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Trudeau expects a trade war between Canada and the U.S. for the 'foreseeable future'

Trudeau expects a trade war between Canada and the U.S. for the 'foreseeable future'

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he he expects Canada and the U.S. to be in a trade war for the foreseeable future after having what he called a colorful but constructive call with U.S. President Donald Trump this week.
by The Associated Press

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Trump changes course and delays some tariffs on Mexico and Canada

Trump changes course and delays some tariffs on Mexico and Canada

President Donald Trump on Thursday postponed 25 percent tariffs on many imports from Mexico and some imports from Canada for a month amid widespread fears of the economic fallout from a broader trade war.
by The Associated Press

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The blame game around Minnesota’s dimmer budget forecast

The blame game around Minnesota’s dimmer budget forecast

Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth, R-Cold Spring, joined Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer ahead of the budget forecast release to talk about how President Trump’s actions are affecting Minnesota and about state GOP plans to reduce fraud and waste.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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House votes to censure Texas Democrat Al Green for protest during Trump address

House votes to censure Texas Democrat Al Green for protest during Trump address

Texas Rep. Al Green, a Democrat, was officially censured Thursday in a vote in the House following his protest on Tuesday during President Trump’s address to a joint session of Congress.
by Barbara Sprunt

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Trump plans to revoke legal status of Ukrainians who fled to U.S., sources say

Trump plans to revoke legal status of Ukrainians who fled to U.S., sources say

President Donald Trump's administration is planning to revoke temporary legal status for some 240,000 Ukrainians who fled the conflict with Russia, a senior Trump official and three sources familiar with the matter said, potentially putting them on a fast-track to deportation.
by Reuters

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A second federal judge has ruled to block the Trump administration’s spending freeze

A second federal judge has ruled to block the Trump administration’s spending freeze

U.S. District Judge John McConnell Jr. said the attempt to pause trillions in federal spending “fundamentally undermines the distinct constitutional roles of each branch of our government.” The order marks a victory for Democratic attorneys general from 22 states — including Minnesota — and the District of Columbia, who filed suit against the Trump administration.
by Elena Moore

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DOGE wants to cut $1 trillion this year. But it’s not looking at big spending drivers

DOGE wants to cut $1 trillion this year. But it’s not looking at big spending drivers

Even if you take DOGE’s savings claims so far at face value, its moves to cancel contracts, end leases and push federal agencies to reduce head count barely dent the government’s balance sheet.
by Stephen Fowler

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Edwards and McDaniels each score 29 points as Wolves send Hornets to eighth straight loss

Edwards and McDaniels each score 29 points as Wolves send Hornets to eighth straight loss

Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels scored 29 points apiece and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Charlotte Hornets 125-110 on Wednesday night. Julius Randle finished with 25 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists for the Timberwolves, who won their third straight.
by The Associated Press

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Minnesota’s first ‘Ag for All’ conference provides resources for LGBTQ+ farmers

Minnesota’s first ‘Ag for All’ conference provides resources for LGBTQ+ farmers

The theme of the conference in St. Cloud is “Transforming Barriers into Breakthroughs” and will provide an opportunity for the LGBTQ+ agriculture community to network and learn from each other.
by Nina Moini and Ellen Finn

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What to know about Lesotho, the country Trump said ‘nobody has ever heard of’

What to know about Lesotho, the country Trump said ‘nobody has ever heard of’

President Trump defended his humanitarian aid cuts to countries around the globe, including one nation he joked “nobody has ever heard of.” Here are some facts about the African nation of Lesotho.
by Kate Bartlett

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Sun Country flight from Twin Cities to Mexico diverted due to threatening handwritten note

Sun Country flight from Twin Cities to Mexico diverted due to threatening handwritten note

A Sun Country Airlines flight from the Twin Cities to Mazatlán, Mexico, was diverted to El Paso, Texas, on Wednesday afternoon “out of an abundance of caution in response to a security concern.”
by MPR News Staff

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Sunny, quiet and dry weather ahead

Sunny, quiet and dry weather ahead

Temperatures are colder Thursday morning and we’ll remain cooler but near normal the next couple of days. Temperatures warm up heading into the weekend and early next week. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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Minnesota economic officials to issue new forecast. ACLU sues Carver County Sheriff

State economic officials issue a new economic forecast today. The full economic report comes out around noon. The ACLU of Minnesota is suing the Carver County Sheriff for holding a non-citizen in jail at the request of federal law enforcement officials.
by Emily Bright

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Klobuchar, Smith call for answers about potential Indian Health Service office lease termination

Klobuchar, Smith call for answers about potential Indian Health Service office lease termination

U.S. Senators Tina Smith and Amy Klobuchar are pressing for answers regarding the potential termination of the Bemidji Area Indian Health Service’s lease, underlining treaty obligations and concerns for disruptions in health care services.
by Melissa Olson

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Drone surveys help scientists understand impact of Rapidan Dam ‘avulsive failure’

Drone surveys help scientists understand impact of Rapidan Dam ‘avulsive failure’

Documenting and researching this type of dam failure is a way for researchers to help get data out to public officials and respond in case something like this were to happen again in another place.
by Hannah Yang

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Art Hounds: ‘Opera Underground,’ ‘Strange Paradises’ and an indie rock musical

Art Hounds: ‘Opera Underground,’ ‘Strange Paradises’ and an indie rock musical

Mankato residents collaborate on an exhibit of sculpture and painting. A rock musical in Minneapolis shows how to make the most of very little time left and an opera company creates venue mystery.
by Emily Bright

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Minnesota’s budget situation worsens in the near and long term with possible deficit growing

Minnesota’s budget situation worsens in the near and long term with possible deficit growing

Minnesota finance officials reported worsening in the state’s budget picture in the near term and down the road, saying a small fiscal cushion had shrunk and a future potential deficit has grown.
by Dana Ferguson

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Trump issues ‘last warning’ to Hamas to release all remaining hostages held in Gaza

Trump issues ‘last warning’ to Hamas to release all remaining hostages held in Gaza

President Donald Trump on Wednesday issued what he called a “last warning” to Hamas to release all remaining hostages held in Gaza, directing a sharply worded message after the White House confirmed that he had recently dispatched an envoy for unprecedented direct talks with the militant group.
by The Associated Press

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Appetites: St. Paul chef re-opens restaurant after fire — and adds surprises to the menu

Appetites: St. Paul chef re-opens restaurant after fire — and adds surprises to the menu

Eric Pham’s restaurant was destroyed in a fire last year, but that didn’t stop the up-and-coming chef. MPR News guest host Emily Reese spoke with Pham about Khue’s Kitchen and his new menu.
by Emily Reese and Matthew Alvarez

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Longtime family-owned Cragun’s Resort in Brainerd sold to local investment group

Longtime family-owned Cragun’s Resort in Brainerd sold to local investment group

One of the state’s most prominent resorts, featuring more than 200 rooms, 55 cabins and three golf courses on Gull Lake, is now under contract with Baxter, Minn.-based Leisure Hotels and Resorts.
by Dan Kraker

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