MPR News Update

As Minneapolis city leaders urge more public money to renovate Target Center, they've been throwing around an astonishing claim: Target Center is the nation's No. 3 concert venue. If that seems hard to believe, it's because it isn't true.
Good morning! Sunny and mild today, with a high of around 61. The fallout over Indiana's Religious Freedom Restoration Act continues -- now Wilco has canceled a May 7 performance in Indianapolis in protest. Meanwhile, Republican leaders in Indiana say they will work to ensure the RFRA does not allow discrimination against gays and lesbians. | Forecast
This is one Minnesota laundromat you simply must see to believe. Luckily, we have this video by Nikki Tundel.
As evidence surfaces about the Germanwings co-pilot's medical condition, NewsCut offers a perspective on the FAA's medical certificate system. In short: Want to be a pilot? Be a good liar.
Hang on for a few more days: It'll get warmer come Sunday. In the meantime, curl up with The Thread and follow our books coverage on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
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We did it, Minnesota. We survived another winter and made it to spring. Don't forget about ice outs — the true sign of the season.