The Minnesota Senate is back to a 34-33 split after a Democrat was sworn into office Monday. 

Some Minnesota businesses — including restaurants — were closed Monday in support of a nationwide movement aimed at demonstrating the importance of immigration.  Organizers called it A Day Without Immigrants.

And a newly reopened child care in Crystal, Minn., is trying to help families in child care deserts as more parents head back into the office.

This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.