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Sen Smith: SUPCO decision on Roe v Wade “a betrayal;” MCCL calls it “victory for unborn children”

The Supreme Court is overturning Roe v. Wade–the landmark 1973 ruling that led to the legalization of abortion in the U-S. The ruling leaves abortion rights up to individual states. U-S Senator Tina Smith says it’s a decision from a “radical” Supreme Court. Smith says “to think that this radical Supreme Court has is rolling back constitutional rights and are saying that governments, not women should make the decision about whether to continue a pregnancy going against 50 years of precedent is…is stunning and I’m so angry.” The group Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life is applauding the Court’s decision and says it’s a “monumental victory for unborn children and their mothers and a big step for inclusion and equality under the law.” Today’s ruling doesn’t have an immediate impact on Minnesota’s abortion protections. Here’s more with Senator Smith:

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Fired Mpls officers’ trial moved up to late October

A Hennepin County judge has granted prosecutors’ request to move up the trial of fired Minneapolis officers Tou Thao and J. Alexander Kueng to October 24th. About two weeks ago, Judge Peter Cahill pushed the trial back from this month to January 5th of next year citing pretrial publicity, but the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office asked for an earlier date on behalf of George Floyd’s family. They wanted an August trial, while co-defendant Kueng’s (KINGS) attorney asked the judge to reconsider the date because of a personal commitment in January. The Star Tribune reports Judge Cahill, in agreeing to an October trial, said he was still weighing the need for publicity to die down, from the officers’ federal trial and from ex-officer Thomas Lane’s guilty plea in May to aiding and abetting manslaughter. Thao and Kueng are both charged with aiding and abetting Floyd’s murder.

 

 

Walz touts record-low unemployment rate

Governor Tim Walz is touting Minnesota breaking another record for low unemployment — two percent in May, down two-tenths of a point from a record-low jobless rate in April. The governor says, “Minnesota’s economy is strong, and Minnesotans are working hard. I am proud to break another record with these historically low unemployment rates.” Walz adds the state is in a stable and secure position during a time of global uncertainty and high inflation. He says, “We’ll continue working to provide financial relief for Minnesotans and ensure our economy remains strong.”

Republican challenger Scott Jensen wasn’t immediately available to comment.

MN getting first scorcher of season

As forecast it’s turning into the first real scorcher of the season for the southern two-thirds of the state, with (noon) temperatures well into the 80s and some 90s through most of central and southern Minnesota. An excessive heat warning is in effect for the Twin Cities metro through 8pm tonight (Tues), and a heat advisory through then for south-central, east-central and southeast Minnesota. The Weather Service says it will be lot cooler tomorrow with highs in the 70s and 80s — but climbing back to the 100-degree mark in west-central Minnesota by the weekend. At last check, the cool spot in Minnesota was Grand Marais on the North Shore at 55 degrees.

 

Measles cases confirmed in Hennepin County siblings

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is confirming two cases of measles in children who are siblings in Hennepin County. The two children developed symptoms shortly after returning from a visit to a country where measles is common. The preschool-aged children were not vaccinated and one was hospitalized due to measles complications. MDH is working to notify people who may have been exposed. The risk to the general public from these cases is low. Health officials say if additional measles cases develop as a result of these cases, they will likely occur between now and July 1st. Initial symptoms of measles include a high fever, cough, runny nose, and watery eyes followed by a rash that typically spreads from the head to the rest of the body. 

“Small first step” says anti-gun-violence group about U-S Senate deal

“Small first step,” says the leader of anti-gun-violence group Protect Minnesota about the bipartisan gun safety deal announced in the U-S Senate over the weekend. Rashmi Seneviratne applauds the mental health initiatives, but says proposed gun regulations react only to the Texas shooting:  “What about the next school shooting?… Are we just gonna let school shootings keep happening and mass shootings keep happening, and we react to that one situation and not the kind of comprehensive problem?”

The Senate proposal would tighten background checks on potential gun buyers between age 18 and 21 — but Seneviratne asks, what about older people who commit mass shootings?

Duluth firefighter guilty of assaulting woman on trail in 2020

A judge in bench trial has found Duluth firefighter guilty of felony third-degree assault for injuring a woman on a western Duluth trail in July 2020. 50-year-old Conrad Sunde the Fourth was on his bicycle with three off-leash dogs when 65-year-old Mary Modec called him out for violating the city’s leash law. Modec reached for her phone to take a photo, and Sunde testified he saw a pepper spray canister around Modec’s neck, “instantly reacted… and knocked her down. I was in fear of my safety,” he testified. Sunde said he lost his balance and fell, but Modec testified “he was on top of me.” Modec’s nose was broken, and she said her eye is permanently bruised and she must have surgery if she wants to again breathe normally.

 

MN gun owners’ group leery of U-S Senate gun safety deal

The framework of a gun safety agreement U-S Senate leaders announced over the weekend is getting mixed reviews from the Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus. Spokesman Rob Doar says they’re glad for finally a focus on areas everyone can agree on, such as school security and mental health resources — but questions any “red flag” orders that treat the firearm as the issue instead of helping the individual.  “Any type of red flag orders that just go in and take firearms without addressing the individual that’s in crisis we would likely oppose,” Doar says.

The Senate proposal also includes more time for authorities to do background checks on prospective gun buyers under age 21.  Doar says his group is worried that “lawful gun owners could get caught up in the middle of it.”

 

Twins offering big ticket discounts to fans who vote for All Star Team

June 8, 2022 By Minnesota News Network

In conjunction with the official launch of the 2022 Chevrolet MLB All-Star Ballot, the Minnesota Twins today announced “Vote Early, Vote Often, Vote Twins” ticket deals. Beginning now through the duration of Phase One All-Star Balloting, which ends at 1:00 p.m. CT on Thursday, June 30, the following three ticket discounts are available for any […]

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Duluth Police Chief Mike Tusken retiring

June 8, 2022 By Bill Werner

Duluth Police Chief Mike Tusken is retiring and will make his official announcement this afternoon (3pm). Tusken was appointed chief by Mayor Emily Larson in 2016. He’s been with D-P-D since 1992 and moved up the ranks before his appointment to lead the department. Tusken was born and raised in Duluth and said he’s honored […]

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Closures continue in Voyageurs Natl Park, water levels expected to drop in southern sections

June 7, 2022 By Bill Werner

The Voyageurs National Park boat launch and all its campsites on Rainy Lake remain closed due to high water levels, as well as all back-country campsites in the entire park. Park spokeswoman Tawnya Schoewe says, “With the floating debris out there… you don’t even know what’s floating sometimes…. You can get to the site, but… […]

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MN Senate Dems demand special session for anti-gun-violence measures

June 7, 2022 By Bill Werner

A group of Democratic senators wants lawmakers back in Saint Paul for a special session to pass an unfinished public safety bill, and include anti-gun-violence measures in it. Saint Louis Park Senator Ron Latz says Senate Republicans have repeatedly blocked even compromise measures for a “red flag” law and closing the background-check loophole on gun […]

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Gopher “Coaches Caravan” Stops In Stillwater (AUDIO)

June 7, 2022 By Minnesota News Network

(Stillwater, MN) — The final stop of the 2022 Golden Gopher “Coaches Caravan” was last night in Stillwater. Men’s basketball coach Ben Johnson, women’s basketball coach Lindsay Whalen, women’s’ gymnastics coach Jenny Hansen and wrestling coach Brandon Eggum all spoke to a crowd of Gopher fans. Whalen says it was good to get back out […]

Filed Under: Gophers, Sports

Twins make rosters moves ahead of series with Yanks

June 7, 2022 By Minnesota News Network

The Minnesota Twins announced today that they have reinstated outfielder Max Kepler, right-handed pitchers Trevor Megill and Emilio Pagán, and left-handed pitcher Caleb Thielbar from the Restricted List. Kepler has hit .253 (39-for-154) with seven doubles, one triple, six home runs, 25 RBI, 23 runs scored and a .786 OPS in 47 games for the […]

Filed Under: Sports, Twins

State and federal teams start 3rd week of flood, storm damage assessments

June 7, 2022 By Bill Werner

Teams from the state and FEMA begin week three of assessing damage from flooding and severe storms that hit Minnesota since the third week of April. This week they’ll visit the Grand Portage Band Of Chippewa, and Aitkin, Cass, Cook, Lake, Lake of the Woods and Saint Louis counties — plus Koochiching County, still the […]

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Twins have “Prince” night tomorrow

June 6, 2022 By Minnesota News Network

The Minnesota Twins today announced details for Tuesday’s “Prince Night” at Target Field. Co-branded Prince/Twins items, a collection of Purple One artifacts and a celebration of Prince’s philanthropic legacy highlight the club’s fifth tribute to the late Minneapolis icon. Tomorrow night’s clash of division leaders begins at 6:40 p.m., as the American League Central-leading Twins […]

Filed Under: Sports, Twins

State trial for 2 officers charged in George Floyd’s death delayed until 2023

June 6, 2022 By Scott Peterson

The state trial for two former Minneapolis police officers charged with George Floyd’s death has been moved to January 2023. Attorneys for former officers Tou Thao and J. Alexander Kueng requested last week that their trial be delayed and moved to a new location. The request to change the venue was denied. Jury selection is […]

Filed Under: News

Lynx beat Liberty

June 6, 2022 By Minnesota News Network

Lynx 84, NY Liberty 77 (final-SUNDAY)   Lynx Notes • Returning to the starting lineup after coming off the bench for the previous two games, Aerial Powers led Minnesota in scoring with a career-tying 27 points (second 20+ point game this season) on 11-of-22 shooting, tying her season-high of three made baskets from beyond the […]

Filed Under: Sports, T-Wolves / Lynx

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Vikings announce training camp schedule, guidelines

The 62nd training camp in Minnesota Vikings history and the fifth hosted at Twin Cities Orthopedics Performance Center will feature 14 open practices, beginning with Back Together Saturday on July 30. To celebrate the start of camp, fans will have the opportunity to watch both the Saturday walk-thru and the afternoon practice followed by player […]

Twins activate Jorge Polanco

The Minnesota Twins announced today that they have reinstated infielder Jorge Polanco from the 10-day Injured List. Polanco, who missed the Twins’ last 14 games with low back tightness, has hit .245 (53-for-216) with 10 doubles, seven home runs, 33 RBI, 32 walks, 28 runs scored and a .729 OPS in 58 games for the […]

Wild announce new hockey program helping those with hearing loss

Minnesota Hockey, in partnership with the Minnesota Wild, announced today it will be launching a new diversified hockey program for players in Minnesota with hearing loss. The Minnesota Wild Deaf/Hard of Hearing (“HOH”) Hockey program will kick off its inaugural season with a special event on Saturday, September 24 at the St. Louis Park Rec […]

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