July 29, 2019
CBD products have really grown in popularity, here in Minnesota and nationwide. But there’s actually very little science to back up claims that CBD is a miracle drug free from side effects, and there’s almost no regulation of these products by the FDA. What do we know about CBD products, and how are Minnesotans using them? That was the topic we tackled on today’s show with the help of two expert guests. Listen to our conversation here. ~ Angela Davis, MPR News host | Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts

Drive right: Law directs slower motorists to move over

Along with a new ban on holding a cellphone while driving, Minnesota has an updated ‘slowpoke’ law. But don’t expect a crackdown on slower drivers.
Starting Thursday: Hands-free phones for drivers tops Minnesota new laws list
New laws that went into effect July 1: Marital rape, wage theft, opiates
5 ways: To follow Minnesota’s new hands-free cellphone driving law

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Minnesota lawmakers say there's agreement on emergency insulin aid

Legislators working for months on a way to help Minnesotans struggling with runaway insulin prices say they’ve agreed on a plan to get emergency supplies to those who need it. But there’s no deal yet on how to pay for it.
In June: Walz open to session on insulin but says lawmakers need to agree first
Despite solid votes for insulin help: It falls out of final budget deal

Accused of racism, Trump blasts black congressman as racist

In the latest rhetorical shot at lawmakers of color, Trump said his weekend comments referring to Rep. Elijah Cummings' majority-black Baltimore district as a "disgusting, rat and rodent infested mess" where "no human being would want to live" were not racist.

23 and who? Your DNA test results and the law

Companies that sell DNA tests have hired lobbyists as Minnesota legislators eye regulating who has access to the results.

Key senators so far silent on John Ratcliffe, Trump's pick for new top spy

Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats is a former member of Congress and remained popular on Capitol Hill. John Ratcliffe, the president's new pick, is a comparative newcomer.

Congrats mama llama! Minnesota Zoo welcomes new addition

The mother, Calypso, was waiting for the right moment to give birth so the new baby was almost a month overdue — because llamas can delay delivery! Here are some more fun llama facts and a video of the newest member of the Llama Trek exhibit.

Watch Lizzo's Tiny Desk concert

Backed by a band assembled just for this occasion, the breakthrough pop icon performs three joyfully showy songs from “Cuz I Love You.”

Looking for stories along the Mississippi, she's found love

The Relay of Voices project aims to connect river towns with each other, but those aren’t the only connections it has made.

Nice Ride launches small fleet of 'e-bikes' that assist in pedaling

The bike-share organization — operated by car-share company Lyft — is putting 50 e-bikes on the streets.

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