Jury finds Rittenhouse not guilty in Kenosha shootings

He was charged with homicide, attempted homicide and reckless endangering for killing two men and wounding a third

View this email as a web page Nov. 19, 2021 Minnesota’s latest COVID-19 data shows a pandemic hitting new highs for 2021, putting more pressure on hospitals with no signs yet of retreat. Here are some key statistics:1,414 currently hospitalized, 340 in ICU: 2021 highs37,031 known, active cases74.7 percent of residents 12 and older with at least 1 vaccine shot While there are some signs new-case acceleration is slowing from the prior week, the numbers remain high heading toward a Thanksgiving holiday sure to bring people together indoors for celebrations, the kind of conditions that lead to more viral spread. Subscribe to our Minnesota Today podcast to get up-to-date Minnesota news twice daily. — MPR News Staff Jury finds Rittenhouse not guilty in Kenosha shootings Kyle Rittenhouse has been acquitted of all charges after pleading self-defense in the deadly Kenosha, Wis., shootings that became a flashpoint in the nation’s debate over guns, vigilantism and racial injustice. Republican AG candidate faces suspended law license Dennis Smith, who is running for Minnesota attorney general, has signed an agreement that could lead to a 30-day law license suspension and years of probation after that. The House passes a $2 trillion spending bill, but braces for changes in the Senate The measure was delayed by an all-night speech from GOP leader Kevin McCarthy. Centrist Democrats in the Senate have raised objections to some provisions that will likely alter the House-passed bill. U.S. advisers support expanding COVID boosters to all adults The U.S. is moving to open up COVID-19 booster shots to all adults, letting them choose another dose of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine. Regulators authorized broader use of the shots Friday, seeking to simplify what has been a confusing list of who's eligible. Biden to have routine colonoscopy, transfer power to Harris Press secretary Jen Psaki said President Joe Biden would be under anesthesia during the procedure and would transfer power to Kamala Harris. Harris, the first woman, person of color and person of South Asian descent to be vice president, will be making history during the short time she is serving as acting president. No criminal charges against officer in fatal police shooting in Olivia, Minn. In a letter dated Thursday, Blue Earth County Attorney Patrick McDermott said officer Aaron Clouse acted within the law when he shot and killed 32-year-old Ricardo Torres Jr. just after 2 a.m. on July 4. Minnesota COVID surge creates dangerous ER bottlenecks Hospital beds around Minnesota are at capacity due to an onslaught of COVID-19 patients, and the trend is creating an unprecedented crunch in emergency rooms. Doctors say patients are waiting dangerously long times for beds and higher levels of care. SPONSOR Weekend forecast: Nice Saturday; blustery winds, some flakes Sunday Temperatures will be a bit above average on Saturday, then plummet on Sunday. We have your weekend forecast, including winds and who could see a bit of snow on Sunday. The ER charged him $6,589.77 for 6 stitches, a cost that led his wife to avoid the ER With few options for health care in their rural community, a Tennessee couple's experience with one outrageous bill could have led to a deadly delay when they needed help the most. Eyes on the pies Who wants pie? Do you like pumpkin pie, sweet potato pie, apple or cranberry? Host Angela Davis spoke with pie bakers about how to get that flaky crust and why eating and making pies nourish family and cultural traditions. Remembering Dave Frishberg, songwriter of 'I'm Just a Bill' Songwriter Dave Frishberg reluctantly said “I’m Just a Bill,” the song from the TV show “Schoolhouse Rock,” was his most famous. Frishberg died Wednesday in Portland, Ore., where he’d been living since the 1980s. He was 88. The winners of the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards will brighten your day Among this year's winners are a trio of gossipy raccoons, a joyful bird reunion and an all-powerful prairie dog. Preference Center ❘ Unsubscribe This email was sent by: Minnesota Public Radio 480 Cedar Street Saint Paul, MN, 55101