AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoSports (Vikings): J.J. McCarthy won’t play in Friday’s preseason finale at Denver after an ankle injury left him uncomfortable, even as the team hoped he’d get one more start before roster decisions. Sports (Twins): The Twins called up top prospect Walker Jenkins from Triple-A St. Paul, putting him in the lineup against the White Sox as he makes his MLB debut. Health Care (Hospitals): Minnesota’s attorney general approved the Sanford Health–North Memorial Health merger under a 10-year oversight deal, including a reported $600 million commitment for upgrades and expansions. Public Safety (ICE extradition fight): Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and Minnesota AG Keith Ellison traded sharp words as Ellison’s office pursued extradition of ICE officer Christian Castro after a Minnesota shooting case. Community & Justice: A man from Eagan was sentenced to 17 years for producing child pornography and exploiting children across multiple countries. State Fair (Arts & attendance): The Minnesota State Fair opened with a record crowd, and Park Point fiber artist Natalija Walbridge is featured in a “Studio: Here” residency giving visitors a behind-the-scenes look at her work. Environment (Trees): The state updated residents on efforts to slow emerald ash borer, warning the beetle will kill most ash trees.
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