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Michigan has joined Minnesota in reporting cyberattacks on water systems but an official said all were operating “safely.” Earlier this week, authorities said cyberattacks targeted over 30 water systems in Minnesota.

FBI investigates as Michigan joins Minnesota in reporting cyberattacks on its water systemsMichigan has joined Minnesota in reporting cyberattacks on water systems but an official said all were operating “safely.” Earlier this week, authorities said cyberattacks targeted over 30 water syste...www.mprnews.org

The Forest Service said it will reopen all water access entry points on the Gunflint Ranger District and Tofte Ranger District for overnight use.

Forest Service will open some Boundary Waters entry points for overnight useThe U.S. Forest Service will reopen some Boundary Waters entry points for overnight permit use.www.mprnews.org

A federal proposal would set the rules for prediction markets nationwide. Two Minnesota bands say it sidesteps their authority to regulate gaming on their own land.

Tribal nations in Minnesota push back on federal proposal for prediction marketsA federal proposal would set the rules for prediction markets nationwide. Two Minnesota bands say it sidesteps their authority to regulate gaming on their own land.www.mprnews.org

When Congress allowed Affordable Care Act tax credits to lapse, healthcare premiums spiked for millions of Americans — especially self-employed farmers and ranchers. That added cost is multiplying the stress on their already stretched balance sheets.

Healthcare costs have more than doubled for many farmers this year, on top of soaring expensesWhen Congress allowed Affordable Care Act tax credits to lapse, healthcare premiums spiked for millions of Americans — especially self-employed farmers and ranchers. That added cost is multiplying the...www.mprnews.org

Russia has launched a barrage of ballistic missiles and drones into Kyiv, killing at least nine people and wounding 30.

Russia hits Ukrainian capital with ballistic missiles and drones, killing at least 9Russia has launched a barrage of ballistic missiles and drones into Kyiv, killing at least nine people and wounding 30. Twww.mprnews.org

Small business owners in northeastern Minnesota say the Boundary Waters wildfires have devastated the region's tourism industry. One canoe outfitter said he lost 98 percent of his July revenue to cancellations as local leaders call for state relief to help businesses recover.

Northeast Minnesota wildfires causing disastrous economic impacts to tourism industrySmall business owners in northeastern Minnesota told their state legislators Friday that the wildfires that have been burning in and around the Boundary Waters for almost a month have had a “disastrou...www.mprnews.org

The Minnesota Twins have acquired pitcher Dean Kremer from the Baltimore Orioles in a trade for minor league outfielder Jhomnardo Reyes.

Twins acquire right-hander Dean Kremer from Orioles for minor league outfielderThe Minnesota Twins have acquired pitcher Dean Kremer from the Baltimore Orioles in a trade for minor league outfielder Jhomnardo Reyes.www.mprnews.org

Gov. Tim Walz pushed back after President Donald Trump falsely claimed Minnesota was behind cyberattacks on municipal water systems. Officials say the attacks did not affect water quality.

Walz blasts unfounded Trump claim on cyberattacksMinnesota Governor Tim Walz on Friday responded sharply to unfounded allegations from President Donald Trump that Minnesota was behind recent cyberattacks on municipal water systems.www.mprnews.org

Grammy-winning singer and composer Chris Thile performs his new work “ATTENTION” with the Minnesota Orchestra at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday at Orchestra Hall. The performance will stream on YourClassical.

Chris Thile brings ‘Attention’ to Orchestra Hall (and you can listen in on YourClassical)Grammy-winning singer and composer Chris Thile is performing a new work called “ATTENTION!” with the Minnesota Orchestra, and you can stream it at yourclassical.org.www.mprnews.org

Federal prosecutors offered plea agreements to most defendants charged after an anti-ICE protest at Cities Church. The deals would reduce felony conspiracy charges to misdemeanors.

Federal prosecutors have offered plea agreements to most Cities Church defendantsAt the moment, it doesn’t appear that any of the 29 defendants offered plea agreements have accepted them. If accepted, defendants’ conspiracy charges would be reduced from felonies to misdemeanors.www.mprnews.org

A federal judge denied X.AI’s request to block Minnesota’s new law banning AI-generated nude images without consent. The company’s legal challenge will continue, with a hearing scheduled for next month.

Judge denies X.AI effort to halt ban on tech that depicts people nude without permissionElon Musk’s company X.AI sought an emergency injunction blocking the law that bans nudification technology, a tool that can use someone’s likeness to make a realistic photo or video of them that’s fak...www.mprnews.org

A cold front following the storms will bring in drier and cooler weather for the next few days, which authorities said should result in subdued fire activity.

Northern Minnesota July lightning fires nearly 60 percent contained, crews watch for new startsFire crews have reached about 60 percent containment on the wildfires burning in northeastern Minnesota and in Canada, though firefighters remain on alert for new lightning-caused ignitions.www.mprnews.org

District Court Judge Joy Bartscher said the case shows how online conversations can strip away humanity. She sentenced Caden Sluder to one year in jail, which will be stayed if he abides by his probation guidelines.

Illinois man who made violent threats to Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan sentenced to probationCaden Sluder of Illinois was sentenced to two years of probation Friday, with a stayed one year jail sentence, for making several violent online threats against Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan.www.mprnews.org

Council members Molly Coleman and Saura Jost said in separate social media posts on Thursday they’re awaiting the results of an ongoing investigation into Her. “The lack of transparency related to this matter to date is unacceptable,” Coleman said in the statement posted on Facebook.

St. Paul City Council members react to mayor allegationsSome council members said they are concerned about sexual harassment allegations against the mayor.www.mprnews.org

The foundry announced the closure Thursday, just over a week after appearing in court over a challenge to its permit. Regulators with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency were trying to revoke it, and said the foundry has a track record of noncompliance with the state’s air pollution laws.

Controversial St. Paul iron foundry announces shutdownNorthern Iron in St. Paul’s Payne-Phalen neighborhood is shutting down, after years of pressure from regulators and neighbors.www.mprnews.org

The longtime St. Paul factory behind Pearson’s Salted Nut Roll is set to close. Pearson’s Candy Company told Minnesota officials it will permanently shut down the West Seventh Street plant and lay off about 80 employees at the end of September.

Pearson’s Candy Company to shut down St. Paul plantPearson’s Candy Company told Minnesota officials it will permanently shut down the West Seventh Street plant and lay off about 80 employees at the end of September.www.mprnews.org

Small business owners can begin applying for the aid today, Friday, July 31, and all local organizations actively responding to the wildfires are eligible to request funding, too.

United Way fund available to help Ely-area small businesses impacted by wildfires recoverSmall business owners can begin applying for the aid today, Friday, July 31, and all local organizations actively responding to the wildfires are eligible to request funding, too.www.mprnews.org

This week's MN Shortlist recommendations includes a behind-the-scenes look at Jonathan Thunder's latest film, Korean choral music at the Ordway, fairy tales in a Warroad exhibition, music and comedy, and more.

MN Shortlist July 31-Aug. 6: Warroad fairytales, ‘In the Heights’ 🎶, and a Korean musical journeyA behind-the-scenes look at Jonathan Thunder's latest film, Korean choral music, fairy tales, music and comedy, and more.www.mprnews.org

“Endometriosis: The Musical” was by two Minnesota writers who were inspired by their own journey's with women’s health. Now, it is traveling to Europe to make it's debut at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in August.

Minnesota writers bring endometriosis musical to Edinburgh FringeA play by two Minnesota writers about women’s health will make its debut at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in August.www.mprnews.org

Last winter, Immigration and Customs Enforcement showed up in force in the central Minnesota city of Willmar. Immigrants, regardless of their legal status, feared arrest, and many hid in their homes. Now, the community is trying to find a new normal.

Willmar finds a ‘new normal’ after ICE surgeLast winter, Immigration and Customs Enforcement showed up in force in the central Minnesota city of Willmar. Immigrants, regardless of their legal status, feared arrest, and many hid in their homes. ...www.mprnews.org