Good morning, Minneapolis-Saint Paul. I'm Morgan Riley, and this is your local news update.Word on the streets of Minneapolis-Saint Paul is that we're heading into what could be an intense stretch of severe weather. June has arrived, and meteorologists are warning that 2025's severe weather season may start fast, with storms potentially ripping through Minnesota as early as today. WCCO Meteorologist Lisa Meadows indicates today will likely be the hottest day of the season so far, challenging daily record highs, with the next rainmaker expected to return Monday night into Tuesday.Adding to our weather concerns, all of Minnesota is currently under an air quality alert through this evening. The National Weather Service attributes this to smoke drifting down from wildfires in Canada, with the heaviest haze expected to set in by evening.In state news, thousands of Minnesota state workers will be receiving layoff notices in the coming days as the legislature has failed to reach a budget agreement. This development comes at a critical time for many families already facing economic pressures.On a brighter note, Pride month kicked off yesterday with a 5K Run/Walk from Utepils Brewing in Minneapolis. The event, organized by Twin Cities In Motion Ambassadors, donates a portion of proceeds to Twin Cities Pride's year-round programming.In local business highlights, Twin Cities veteran Michael Kollar is making waves in the coffee scene, serving up fresh, meticulously roasted coffee at several Dunn Brothers shops he owns across the metro.In public safety news, Golden Valley police report that a man is dead and multiple suspects are in custody following what was initially reported as a road rage shooting late Friday night near Highway 100. Meanwhile, Minneapolis Park Police say a man assaulted officers, kicking one in the face, during a confrontation Saturday night at Cedar Lake.For those looking to get outdoors after last week's storms, many parks are now drying out with trails and lakes open. The Mississippi and Chain of Lakes are offering prime conditions for paddling enthusiasts, though be mindful of debris.If you're looking for community events, Grand Old Day has returned to St. Paul featuring an all-local music lineup along Grand Avenue, complete with food trucks and street performers.This has been Morgan Riley, your neighbor in the news. Make sure to subscribe so you never miss a Minneapolis-Saint Paul news update. For more information, or to share your own story, email me at [email protected] or check out our website at Quiet Please dot AI.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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