Inflation in Twin Cities soared in May, faster than the U.S. overall

If you're having trouble viewing this email, you may [see it online](. [Star Tribune]( Talkers TOP STORIES - Inflation in Twin Cities soared 8.7% in May, a step faster than in the U.S. overall: One of the biggest over-the-year price spikes was for gas, [which has been soaring amid higher demand and constrained supply]( amid the war in Ukraine. Gas prices in the Twin Cities rose 46.2% in May, lower than the U.S. as a whole where they rose 48.7%. - U.S. lifts COVID-19 test requirement for international travel: A senior administration official said the mandate expires Sunday at 12:01 a.m. EDT, saying the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has determined that it's no longer necessary. The official, speaking Friday on the condition of anonymity to preview the formal announcement, said that the agency would [reevaluate the need for the testing requirement every 90 days.]( - Lake Minnetonka wakesurfing stirs controversy and debate over proposed restrictions: Wakesurfing boats are causing new controversy on Lake Minnetonka and now some residents are pressing for special [new restrictions for the specialized watercraft.]( As the sport has grown in popularity, so have complaints from lake users and homeowners. - Capitol riot panel blames Trump for 1/6 'attempted coup': The House panel investigating the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol has laid the blame firmly on Donald Trump, [saying the assault was not spontaneous]( but an "attempted coup" and a direct result of the defeated president's effort to overturn the 2020 election. - GOP governor candidate Scott Jensen makes pitch for crime response: Jensen, who won the GOP endorsement in May, [seized on an issue that dominated the 2022 Legislatur](e and has hovered over the race for governor since he declared his candidacy. His plan mirrors much of what Republican state senators had proposed during the recently completed session, which ended without passage of a public safety spending package. - White supremacists are riling up thousands on social media: The social media posts are of a distinct type. They hint darkly that the CIA or the FBI are behind mass shootings. [They traffic in racist, sexist and homophobic tropes.]( They revel in the prospect of a "white boy summer." - Is Minnesota's recycled waste really being reused?: The goal of recycling is to convert waste into new products. So what is made from all the cans, bottles, papers and other recyclables that Minnesotans toss in their blue bins? [This week's Curious Minnesota has the answer.]( - Morning news anchor Gia Vang leaving KARE: Vang, co-anchor of "KARE 11 News Sunrise," [made the announcement at the end of Friday's broadcast.]( In a separate interview, Vang said she wasn't quite ready to reveal her next move and promised more details on June 17, her last day on at the station. - Ramsey County rejects Arden Hills' plan for TCAAP development: Ramsey County leaders rejected the city of Arden Hills' latest proposal for the former Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant, [throwing the future of the 427-acre site into limbo once again]( as officials remain at odds over redevelopment plans. - Transgender prisoner sues state officials, says she should be in women's prison, not locked up with men: A 56-year-old transgender woman is suing the Minnesota Department of Corrections and its leadership for [a transfer to a women's prison from a men's facility,]( where she alleges she has been sexually abused and endured numerous indignities because of her gender identity. WATCH THIS Jan. 6 committee shows new footage of Capitol attack: Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., presented new footage of the Capitol insurrection last night during the first day of public hearings for the House Jan. 6 committee. [The committee obtained the footage as part of its investigation.]( Talk to us! Send feedback on this newsletter, questions, story tips, ideas or anything else to [talkers@startribune.com](. TRENDING - Minneapolis meteorologist keeps winning on 'Jeopardy': The forecast looks bright for Eric Ahasic. The Minneapolis meteorologist is on a [four-day winning streak on "Jeopardy,"]( collecting more than $105,000 in the process. His week got off to an impressive start when he defeated Ryan Long, who had won 16 times in a row, earning nearly $300,000. - Headed to Duluth? Here are seven new restaurants you'll want to try: With a burst of new restaurant openings since the pandemic hit, there has never been a better time to visit — especially the city's Lincoln Park Craft District, which is bubbling with life and creativity. Whether you're heading up for Grandma's Marathon or just looking for respite closer to home, [here are new and exciting places to take in Duluth right now.]( - 5 steps to make your kitchen eco-friendly: If you're feeling overwhelmed by the news about the climate, you aren't alone. While so many of the forces behind climate change are beyond our control, many of us are interested in [making changes in our day-to-day lives](that help minimize our footprint. SPORTS ROUNDUP - Jack Del Rio, once an excellent Vikings linebacker, should watch his career bite the dust: "How does the NFL, which claims to be sensitive to the plight of Black Americans, continue to employ Jack Del Rio? [How can anyone take him seriously again?"]( asks columnist Jim Souhan. - Girls' baseball participation growing, but hopes for St. Paul tournament fall short: Between being regularly diverted into playing softball or continuing to be blocked by coaches, [baseball-loving girls still face obstacles to playing the game,]( said Justine Siegal, founder of Baseball For All. - On Lake Minnetonka, a walleye on the hook and a 52-inch muskie to boot make for a stunning catch: A husband-wife team of [weekend anglers from Minneapolis]( caught a walleye, and also snagged a big-toothed surprise last Saturday on Lake Minnetonka that left them stunned. Did someone forward this newsletter to you? You can [sign up for Talkers here](. WORTH A CLICK Uvalde schools police chief breaks silence, defends delay in confronting gunman: Criticized by law enforcement experts for slowness in taking out the shooter, Pete Arredondo described an agonizing wait for a key that would work.[In an interview with The Texas Tribune,]( he said he hadn't spoken out sooner because he didn't want to compound his hometown's grief or point blame. TALKERS TRIVIA Want to win a $15 gift card of your choice? It's Friday, so that means it's time for another trivia question. The correct answer to this question can be found in a story that appeared in Talkers this week. We can't prevent you from simply Googling the answer, so Googling is encouraged! E-mail your answer to talkers@startribune.com by Sunday at 11:59 p.m. A winner will be selected at random from the correct responses. That lucky reader will receive a $15 card of their choice from one of several retailers — Best Buy, Target, Holiday or Menards — as well as a shout-out in Monday's newsletter. Here is this week's question: What is the term to describe companies reducing the size of packages and products during inflation? Good luck! FROM THE ARCHIVES June 10, 2020: Activists pulled down the statue of Christopher Columbus in front of the Minnesota State Capitol. (Photo: Leila Navidi/Star Tribune) Connect with Star Tribune [facebook]([twitter]([pinterest]([instagram]( [Manage email preferences]( • [Subscribe to Star Tribune]( • [Privacy Policy]( • [Unsubscribe]( This email was sent by: StarTribune, 650 3rd Ave S, Suite #1300, Minneapolis, MN, 55488 © 2022 StarTribune. All rights reserved. We value your opinion! [Give us your feedback.](