July 26, 2019
Stay safe tonight! In northern Minnesota, severe thunderstorms have developed and are moving eastward and a few storms may develop as far south as the Twin Cities tonight. This weekend will bring the nice July weather back. If you are thinking of visiting a state park this summer, you may find this guide helpful to find Minnesota trails that are off the beaten path. ~ MPR News staff | Weather forecast

Surf's up on Minnesota's hottest lake sport, but not everyone's on board

Wakesurfing has been gaining popularity on Minnesota lakes — but it has plenty of detractors who say the boats used in the sport erode shorelines, affect water quality and disturb other lake users.

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Complaint: Corrections official lobbied for husband’s group on state time

Documents released by the Minnesota Corrections Department show Deputy Commissioner Sarah Walker was being investigated for lobbying on behalf of her husband’s nonprofit and for leaking confidential information.

Minn. health officials say 35 sickened by parasite; imported basil suspected

The Minnesota cases come from three June outbreaks at three different restaurants. There is no evidence of an ongoing threat, officials say.

Meet Minneapolis' man of steel — and other metals

City blacksmith Nick Bounds doesn't do horse shoes. He crafts the metal tools and parts that keep the city's water works working.

Trump signs agreement with Guatemala to limit asylum seekers

The agreement comes after Trump threatened to take "very severe" action against Guatemala, possibly including tariffs and a travel ban.

Spirit of Major Taylor lives on bringing African-American cyclists together

The bicycling group is bringing out riders in Minnesota of all ages and helping to keep riders healthy well into their years.

Dialysis firm cancels $524,600.17 medical bill after journalists investigate

This week, NPR profiled a Montana man who was billed nearly half a million dollars for 14 weeks of dialysis, after being caught in a dispute between insurer and the dialysis provider. Now he owes $0.
Earlier: First came kidney failure, then there was the $540,842 bill for dialysis

Sheriff investigating report of misconduct by St. John’s Boys’ Choir staffer

In a joint statement, the St. John's Boys’ Choir and the National Catholic Youth Choir said the report involves alleged communications and photographs of a sexual nature.

Birds are trying to adapt to climate change — but is it too little, too late?

By breeding and migrating earlier, some birds are adapting to climate change. But it's probably not happening fast enough for some species to survive, according to new research.

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