MPR News Update AM Edition for September 1, 2017

As floodwaters recede, Houston officials look to recovery

Houston officials are turning their attention to finding temporary housing for those in shelters and getting enough gasoline for people to fill up cars -- but also to the city's long-term recovery, which will take years. | At least 100,000 homes were affected by Harvey. Moving back in won't be easy

This tiny device could change how cops deal with mental diseases and disorders

St. Paul is piloting a new technology that allows officers to know how best to enter a situation involving someone with autism, mental illness and other unseen conditions. | APM Reports: Not trained to not kill

Bear hunting season opens as DNR aims to rebuild population

The DNR has cut the number of permits offered to hunters by 500, to 3,350. Last year hunters killed about 2,600 bears in Minnesota, the most since 2010.

Judge backs Hodges in suit over delayed Mpls. budget

A Hennepin County judge ruled Mayor Betsy Hodges satisfied her official duty to provide a recommended budget by Aug. 15, but she also chided the mayor for providing the "bare minimum" and promising details later.

Hagedorn, sole Republican running, sees path to a seat in Congress

Jim Hagedorn is the only Republican running for Congress in southern Minnesota's 1st District. After nearly winning last year, he thinks his time has come.

Hmong dance team mentor accuses Lynx of using 'exploitative' sales tactics

A school's Hmong dance team called off a performance at Friday's Lynx game after realizing it was, in his words, a "pay to play" deal rather than a genuine performance invitation. The Lynx issued a statement apologizing for "any miscommunication surrounding the performance."

U.S. employers struggle to match workers with open jobs

Many employers complain about not being able to find workers with the right skills, but experts says some of these employers aren't trying very hard.

Photos: The miracle of birth isn't always pretty

Curiosity, awe, disgust -- a gamut of emotions run across people's faces at the Miracle of Birth barn at the State Fair. | The Minnesota State Fair

So long, Sparky: Como Zoo sea lion show heads for hiatus

The St. Paul zoo's beloved sea lion show, a rite of childhood for generations of Minnesotans, will shut down on Monday for two years while the pinniped exhibit and amphitheater get a $18.5 million makeover.