AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoTraffic Safety: Minnesota is seeing a sharp rise in motorcycle deaths, with 30 fatalities so far this year versus 13 at the same point last year, prompting renewed calls for driver attention. WNBA: Olivia Miles poured in 24 first-half points and finished with 31 as the Minnesota Lynx beat the Los Angeles Sparks 99-83, setting a rookie mark and keeping Minnesota rolling. Weather: Twin Cities residents get a cooler Thursday with breezy northwest winds and temps near 70, then a warmer weekend with mostly dry conditions. Road Work: MnDOT starts bridge work on Hwy 18 west of Malmo July 6 (detour begins) and begins Hwy 194 (Mesaba Ave) bridge repairs June 22 with westbound closures and detours. Local Government & Housing: A Met Council report says Blue Line extension costs have ballooned to $3.6 billion, and some officials are questioning whether to proceed. Health & Policy: Medicaid funding for addiction treatment is in limbo, putting women, kids, and a Minnesota town’s recovery services at risk. Sports/Community: The Twin Cities Jazz Festival expands across 18 venues, with many shows free.
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