Minnesota Today

Protesters gathered near the site where George Floyd was killed in May, and spread into other areas of the city. The protests were sparked by the release of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin on bail. Chauvin is one of four former officers charged in Floyd’s killing. This is an MPR News morning update for October 8, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer.

Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

All of the officers involved in George Floyd's death are now out of jail, prompting Gov. Tim Walz to activate the Minnesota National Guard. This is an evening news update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

The party has nominated Paula Overby to run in the 2nd Congressional District, after candidate Adam Weeks died unexpectedly last month. The timing of that election is the subject of a federal court hearing on Wednesday.  This is an MPR News morning update for October 7, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer.

Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

A historic hospital may be a big help for the homeless this winter, as Ramsey County says it may be a turn-key shelter near the Capitol in St. Paul. This is an evening news update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

As of Monday, Minnesota health officials had not traced any COVID-19 cases to President Trump’s recent rallies and fundraiser in the state. The president announced he had the virus shortly after his latest trip. This is an MPR News morning update for October 6, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer.

Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

Fairview is closing two St. Paul hospitals, closing 16 clinics and eliminating 900 jobs as the COVID toll grows among health providers. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

Sunday was the fourth day in a row that Minnesota saw an increase of more than 1,000 cases. This is an MPR News morning update for October 5, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer.

Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

Trump held a private fundraiser at a home in Shorewood and a rally at the Duluth airport on Wednesday, raising concerns about those with whom he had contact. The state health department is urging anyone  who attended Trump events to get tested for COVID-19, even if they aren’t showing symptoms.

This is an MPR News evening update for October 2, 2020 with Nina Moini. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

The president tweeted early Friday morning that he and First Lady Melania Trump have both tested positive for the virus. His adviser Hope Hicks has also tested positive.

The president’s announcement comes more than a day after he made a campaign stop in Minnesota. This is an MPR News morning update for October 2, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

Minnesota State High School League gives a green light to a limited winter sports schedule. Rep. Ilhan Omar responds to Trump attacks. Intimate partner homicides increase in Minnesota.

This is an MPR News evening update for Thursday, October 1, 2020. Hosted by Matt Sepic. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.