MPR News AM Update: Does Minnesota really need a new oil pipeline?; Art, farming join forces in new Hmong CSA

That's the big question facing state regulators as a new round of public hearings begins Tuesday on whether to allow Enbridge Energy to replace its Line 3 pipeline. The state Commerce Department argues it isn't needed, but Enbridge says the need is so critical it's willing to spend over $7 billion to build it.

To resuscitate their push, Republicans would need to change opposing senators' minds, which they've tried unsuccessfully to do for months.

Under the president's new order, Minnesota Somalis won't be able to sponsor their relatives overseas for green cards.

The U.S. ramped up its response Monday to the humanitarian crisis in Puerto Rico, even as President Trump brought up the island's struggles before Hurricane Maria struck.

After the president said those who kneel during the anthem should be fired, protests rippled throughout the NFL this week. Teams mostly stood by their players. | Vikings and Lynx teams lock arms during nat'l anthem; Lynx lose in final seconds

Military analysts say North Korea doesn't have either the capability or the intent to attack U.S. bombers and fighter jets, despite the country's top diplomat saying it has every right do so.