It only gets cooler from here
Tuesday brings what will likely be the hottest day for the rest of the year across most of Minnesota. Highs will soar well into the 80s again across much of the state. Get the latest weather news on Updraft.
š§ Coming up on Morning Edition: Another state government building project is causing political blowback. This time, itās an in-progress renovation of the Minnesota governorās residence and anticipated project costs have grown substantially.
š§ Coming up at 9 a.m.: For the first time in its history, a woman is leading the Urban League Twin Cities. MPR News host Angela Davis talks to Marquita Stephens, president and CEO of this historic civil rights organization, about her life, her passion for community engagement and how the league has worked to uplift and educate African Americans and build generational wealth.
And we want to hear from you, too. How would you like to see your community come together for a more equitable future? Do you have any questions for Stephens on how to make positive changes in your community? Call 651-227-6000 or 800-242-2828 during the 9 a.m. hour of the show. | |
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| | 'Power to the people': Efforts to ensure equitable clean energy transition |
For the past decade, Jamez Staples has worked to bring the benefits of solar energy to north Minneapolis, the tight-knit community where he grew up. He says for too long itās been a community overlooked.
He started a company called Renewable Energy Partners installing solar arrays around the city, including more than 900 panels on the roof of North Community High School scheduled to be connected to the electric grid later this fall. | |
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