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A day in the life of a wild Minnesota wolf

Scientists studying wolves in and around Voyageurs National Park have released what they believe is a first-ever video showing an entire day in the life of a wild wolf, shot from the wolf’s perspective. Spoiler: it shows the wolf walking (a lot), sleeping, and, preying on a deer fawn. This is an MPR News morning update for Thursday, April 7, 2022. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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No charges in no-knock Minneapolis police raid that left an armed man dead

No charges in no-knock Minneapolis police raid that left an armed man dead, and a Roseville police officer was shot in the face during a gunman’s frightening shooting spree through a quiet neighborhood. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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Republican-led public safety bill heads to Senate vote

The Finance Committee advanced the $200 million bill on a divided voice vote. Senate Republicans designed the legislation to meet their get-tough approach to rising crime. It includes money for police recruitment, courts, prisons and more.

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Tax debate at Capitol heats up, as Walz administration says GOP plan favors rich Minnesotans

Tax debate at Capitol heats up, as Walz administration says GOP plan favors rich Minnesotans. Also, Minnesota farmers had another good year in 2021. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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Former Pioneer Press reporter on what it's like to be in Ukraine during a war

MPR reporter Tim Nelson got in touch with his longtime friend and colleague Brian Bonner, a former journalist for the St. Paul Pioneer Press and the former editor of the Kyiv Post, Ukraine’s premiere English language newspaper. Brian shared what his adopted home country looks like during a war.
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Avian flu continues to spread to more Minnesota poultry flocks

The Minnesota Board of Animal Health on Monday reported the latest outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza in the state is now affecting a total of 13 poultry flocks — up from seven last Friday. This is an MPR News morning update for Tuesday, April 5, 2022. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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Big tax cuts are in the table for Minnesotans as Legislature moves toward session endgame

Big tax cuts are in the table for Minnesotans as Legislature moves toward session endgame, and one of the state’s most outspoken prosecutors died of cancer Sunday, just months before his planned retirement. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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Andy Luger begins his second term as Minnesota's US Attorney

This is Andy Luger's first full week on the job as US Attorney for Minnesota, but it's a position he's familiar with. This is the second time Lugar has been the top-ranking federal law enforcement official for Minnesota. He served under former President Barack Obama. A US Attorney, Lugar is responsible for prosecuting federal crimes in the district. He oversaw a number of high profile and controversial cases in his first tenure. His work led to the conviction of nine young East African men for attempting to join ISIS. He made the decision to not to file charges against the Minneapolis police officers who killed Jamar Clark. And he lead the prosecution of the man who killed Jacob Wetterling. U.S. Attorney Andrew Luger joined host Cathy Wurzer for a conversation about his new role.
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Washington County Attorney Pete Orput dies at 66

Orput’s office issued a statement Sunday saying he died at home, surrounded by family. Additional information is set to be released Monday. Orput had served as the east metro county's top prosecutor since 2011. He announced in January that he would not seek re-election this year. This is an MPR News morning update for Monday, April 4, 2022. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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