Health officials still expect the spread of the disease to peak in Minnesota later in June or into July. "The peak is still a ways off — but there is a degree of uncertainty that comes in that prediction,” Gov. Tim Walz said. “And how we're acting ... that will have an impact on it." Minnesota's 'stay safe' order What you need to know
State health leaders are paying close attention to the daily intensive care counts, a key metric, as they work to manage the spread of the disease so it doesn’t overwhelm the state’s health care system. - Minnesota's 'stay safe' order What you need to know
Demonstrations over George Floyd’s death dissolved into looting Wednesday night in south Minneapolis as streams of people pulled goods from Target and other shops near the spot where the police had confronted Floyd. Here’s the latest from MPR News. - Tear gas, chaos, rain Protests rage after man dies in Mpls. police custody - In Los Angeles Protesters stop freeway traffic, smash patrol car windows
Firing the officers involved is “definitely not enough justice for me or my family. I feel like those guys need to be put in jail,” Bridgett Floyd told Good Morning America on Wednesday. - More Friends, family of George Floyd remember 'Big Floyd' - Related 4 cops fired after man dies in MPD custody; protesters, police clash - Photos Protesters rally to call for justice for George Floyd
Classical MPR is proud to spotlight our region’s top young classical performers and composers with the Minnesota Varsity program. Usually each season culminates with an exciting live showcase concert in the spring. We’re unable to gather to hear the musicians perform live this year, but we aren’t going to let that stop us from celebrating this incredible group of talented kids. This year Classical MPR has special on-air and online Minnesota Varsity Showcase event, tune in to Classical MPR at 3 p.m. central Sunday, May 31 to hear it on the air, or enjoy it via video stream online.
Protests turned violent Tuesday night as anger over the death of George Floyd, a black man who died Monday while in Minneapolis police custody, spilled out onto city streets. Four officers were fired earlier in the day. The FBI is investigating the incident. - Photos Protesters rally to call for justice for George Floyd
Register now for this Call to Mind + MPR News online event! On Wednesday, May 27th at 1pm CT, event attendees will hear Angela Davis and mental health experts talk about ways you can support your own well-being, so you can take care of your child and family. Share your questions and comments during registration, producers may contact you to include your suggestion in the event.
“We will get answers and seek justice,” Gov. Tim Walz said Tuesday after seeing video posted on Facebook, apparently shot by a bystander showing an officer kneeling on the man’s neck beside a police vehicle as the man says, “I cannot breathe. I cannot breathe.”
Across Minnesota, veterans’ groups and others remembered the sacrifices of those who served with pre-recorded elements common to such events, including speeches and rifle salutes by squads wearing protective face-coverings. - Memorial Day Trump honors fallen soldiers in back-to-back events - In Delaware Biden makes 1st in-person appearance in more than 2 months - More Memorial Day 'Honor Flights' canceled because of coronavirus crisis
With many arts organizations and concert halls closing their doors due to concerns from the coronavirus, there has been a surge in performances offered for free online during the closures. Here is Classical MPR’s list of great performances and concert libraries that you can enjoy from home today, Tuesday May 26. 5:00 p.m. central — From the Top's Daily Joy: Watch young musicians from around the country perform daily LIVE on From The Top's Facebook page. 6:30 p.m. central — 92nd Street Y: Roderick Williams, baritone; Julius Drake, piano; Adam Gopnik, narrator 8:00 p.m. central — Living Music with Nadia Sirota: Award-winning violist, broadcaster and curator Nadia Sirota hosts a music show on Facebook Live with guests from today's New Music scene.