Minnesota Public Radio Stories

• "Hot Dish Heaven"
  Cathy Wurzer speaks with Ann Burckhardt, author of "Hot Dish Heaven," about this culinary tradition.6:50 a.m.
• Transportation amendment won't pay for it all
  Despite Tuesday's vote approving the transportation amendment, some lawmakers are predicting a sharp drop in road construction over the next two years unless the gas tax and tab fees are increased.7:20 a.m.
• Oberstar takes charge
  Minnesota 8th District Congressman Jim Oberstar is about to become really important in the transportation world. As the ranking Democrat, Oberstar is expected to become chair of the powerful House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee in January.7:25 a.m.
• New culture of compromise?
  Cathy Wurzer spoke with former Governor Carlson about the challenges ahead for Governor Pawlenty.7:50 a.m.
• History in art
  From screen to stage, art is using history as its muse.8:25 a.m.
• The Independence Party: Hutchinson looks ahead
  Cathy Wurzer spoke with Peter Hutchinson about the future of the Independence Party.8:55 a.m.

National Public Radio Stories

• Donald Rumsfeld's Imposing Pentagon Legacy
  Donald Rumsfeld has probably set more records than any defense secretary in American history. He was the youngest secretary of defense under President Ford. Now, at 74, he is the oldest. And he's the only Pentagon chief to oversee two wars simultaneously.
• Iraq Policy May Change, But to What End?
  Changes in Washington give the impression that the United States may be ready to change direction on Iraq policy. But the alternatives to current policy are few, and there are doubts that any of them will change the outcome of the war.
• Immigration Logjam May Break with New Congress
  The Democrats' new power in Congress could help the president on immigration. A divided Republican party has held back the president's initiatives on immigration, and the Democrats may be more in line with his thinking.
• Iraqis Offer Mixed Reactions to Rumsfeld Departure
  Donald Rumsfeld's resignation caused nervousness in Iraq, where U.S. troops continue to battle insurgents and militias. Some Iraqis have long called for a U.S. withdrawal, but many are fearful that the country could descend into chaos without them.
• Democrats Focused on Iraq, Gates Nomination
  Democrats, set to become the majority in the House, are focused on U.S. policy on Iraq. The greeted the nomination of Robert Gates to run the military as a sign that the White House may be ready to work out a bipartisan approach to U.S. involvement in the country.
• Consultants Help Elderly Downsize at Home
  Many elderly people eventually decide to leave their homes, looking for a smaller place, a retirement community or a nursing home. Moving can be exhausting. But there are now moving consultants who help the elderly organize and downsize their lives.
• President Changes Tune After Democratic Gains
  President Bush spent his first day in a new political landscape, insisting he can work with a new, and hostile, Congress to get things done during his two remaining years in office. His first order of business was to announce the resignation of Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld.
• Gates' Government Experience Runs Deep
  Robert Gates, a former director of the Central Intelligence Agency, is the man President Bush has nominated to replace Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld. Gates' career in intelligence stretches back four decades. He has served under six previous presidents.
• Dow Moves Hits All-Time High After Elections
  The election results didn't rattle Wall Street. The Dow closed Wednesday at an all-time high. Although certain drug, energy and defense stocks were down amid uncertainty about possible action by Democrats.
• Europe Reacts with Relief, Optimism to U.S. Changes
  Europe's reaction to the resignation of Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld was one mostly of relief. And the continent's reaction to Democratic gains on Capitol Hill has been one of cautious optimism.
• Civilian Deaths from Shelling Anger Palestinians
  Palestinians in Gaza mourn 18 civilians killed Wednesday by an Israeli shell in the northern town of Beit Hanoun. Israeli officials have expressed regret for the killings. Palestinian militant groups are threatening revenge.
• U.S. Waits for Virginia to Declare a Senate Winner
  Some news agencies have called the U.S. Senate race in Virginia for Democrat Jim Webb. But as Republican incumbent George Allen's campaign points out, the results aren't final. The state has started to go through the legal procedures required to certify a vote many see as still too close to call.
• Suicide Attack at Army Base in Pakistan Kills 40
  Pro-Taliban militants are thought to be responsible for a suicide attack at a major army base in Pakistan that left more than 40 soldiers dead.
• Moon's Surface Shows Signs of a Gas Burp
  Scientists have new evidence that the moon burped a large cloud of gas within the last few million years, a time period considered to be "recent" in geological terms. The evidence is a dent in the surface that was originally spotted by one of the Apollo moon missions.
• Chinese Doctor Nominated to Run the WHO
  Members of the World Health Organization vote on Dr. Margaret Chan's nomination to be the body's new director general. She would be the first Chinese national to head a major United Nations body, possibly a sign that China hopes to play a larger role in the U.N.

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