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July 28, 2023 5:33 AM

BCA testing on backlogged sexual assault kits finally completed

Nearly eight years after the state asked local law enforcement agencies to send over all untested sexual assault kits, the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension said Thursday those tests have been completed. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

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July 27, 2023 5:24 PM

Sandford - Fairview health care merger, fighting opposition and delayed, has been called off

Sandford - Fairview health care merger, fighting opposition and delayed, has been called off and dangerous heat may give way to a third night of destructive storms this week. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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July 27, 2023 5:46 AM

Jake Wallin, slain Fargo officer, remembered as a hero

A Fargo police officer killed by a gunman earlier this month was remembered at a memorial service for his character and competence. Law enforcement, the public and the Wallin family attended the service held at a Fargo arena. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

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July 26, 2023 4:56 PM

Two kids shot in latest of distressing gun incidents in Minneapolis

Two kids shot in latest of distressing gun incidents in Minneapolis and Minnesota is heading for what could be the hottest day of the year. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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July 26, 2023 6:00 AM

Department of Education will hire inspector general after alleged multibillion dollar theft

Five dozen people are facing federal charges for allegedly spending hunger relief funds on real estate, travel, and other personal expenses. The U.S. Department of Agriculture runs the programs, but the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) manages them on the state level. Lawmakers included the MDE inspector general position in this year's education bill. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

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July 25, 2023 5:33 PM

Air quality and heat alerts are popping up as Minnesota leans into peak summer in the days ahead

Air quality and heat alerts are popping up as Minnesota leans into peak summer in the days ahead, and educators say they’re starting to see signs of recovery from the pandemic in Minnesota student achievement. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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July 25, 2023 5:46 AM

Minnesota prepares as heat wave may bring 100-degree temperatures to the state

Temperatures are forecast to climb into the 90s — possibly even exceeding 100 degrees — across parts of the state in the coming days, accompanied by increased humidity. Officials are urging people to take steps to keep themselves safe in the heat. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

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July 24, 2023 5:01 PM

Minnesota braces for the impact of marijuana legalization, now just days away

Minnesota braces for the impact of marijuana legalization, now just days away, and the hottest days of the year are upon us. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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July 24, 2023 5:46 AM

Local communities and law enforcement agencies prep for marijuana legalization

Marijuana isn’t legal in Minnesota quite yet, but already around the state, communities are pumping the brakes on retail cannabis sales until details of state rules on the licensing process are hammered out. And officers are stressing that driving high could result in a DWI – and possibly endanger others on the road. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

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July 21, 2023 5:29 PM

Minneapolis joins growing movement to not investigate psychedelic plant use

The city of Minneapolis said other cities — including Denver, Detroit, San Francisco and Seattle — as well as the state of Oregon have already taken similar actions. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Regina Medina. Music by Gary Meister.

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