MPR News Update

"Scattered storms will rumble in as heat and humidity build Wednesday and Thursday," writes Paul Huttner on Updraft... Why do we celebrate spuds and berries? Watch our video to find out why Minnesotans throw produce parties...While you're at it, look at some great photos of Minnesota's summer festivals as you prepare to say goodbye to the season
It's your last chance to Get Together with your fellow Minnesotans. The State Fair ends Monday ... If you go: Expect rain. Pack accordingly ... Driving this weekend? Check out one of MPR's newest podcasts, covering everything from cycling to pop culture to health
A Minneapolis city panel has agreed to support the Southwest light rail project, despite some doubts ... Meet Flamenco, Mike Moszer's Peruvian horse, at the State Fair ... Tonight: DNR to discuss walleye decline (New Brighton, 6:30 p.m.)
The Farmers' Almanac predicts a wicked winter in our future ... Hankering for some new ear candy this school year? Explore Infinite Guest, a new podcast network from APM: Where the conversation doesn't end. In a good way. ... Have you heard? Bob Dylan's coming home.
Thrill Day at the State Fair: Fire, crashes and utter mayhem, in photos ... 'Fargo' took home two Emmys last night, don'tchaknow ... This week in weather: Look forward to cool temps with a smattering of rain
Planning to watch the Emmys? Follow along on our live blog ... What did you do over YOUR Minnesota weekend? Barnesville celebrated the humble potato (see photos) ... Dispatches from the State Fair: Meet Frannie, the easy-going chicken
Whether you're a State Fair fan or not so much, there's something for everyone in this week's Your Minnesota Weekend ... MPR News meteorologist Paul Huttner says we ought to prepare for a steamy, thundery weekend ... See photos, stories, coverage and all things State Fair
Miami with corn dogs: Warm and steamy for Day Two of the Minnesota State Fair ... Speaking of the fair, browse photos of opening day ... Capitol View: GOP Supreme Court candidate losing support
MPR News meteorologist Paul Huttner makes an appearance in London's The Guardian ... Guess who took the Ice Bucket Challenge at the State Fair today? ... The Daily Circuit's op-ed pick: We don't need any more millennial trend pieces ... NewsCut: The uproar in Ferguson is about inequality, too
Video: What it's like to be a wild mushroom forager ... Peanut, almond butters recalled for salmonella risk ... Introducing Pedal Hub, a new weekly podcast exploring Minnesota's bike culture