Religion and Faith

February 2, 2016 12:59 PM

Minnesota Muslim group gets funding for harassment cases

The Council on American-Islamic Relations says it's received more than 30 reports of intimidation, threats, bullying and harassment of Muslims since mid-November.

by The Associated Press

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February 1, 2016 2:23 PM

Being Muslim in Minnesota: Events stoke tension, fear among the faithful

Terrorism fears and presidential politics have fueled a climate of uncertainty for many Muslims in communities around Minnesota, where members of the world's fastest-growing religion are a small but growing segment of the population.

by Doualy Xaykaothao

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February 1, 2016 11:10 AM

Castle Rock Township must allow Islamic cemetery, judge rules

A judge ruled that the Dakota County township's rejection of a proposed cemetery for Muslims was "arbitrary and capricious."

by Mukhtar M. Ibrahim

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February 1, 2016 6:00 AM

What is salat? Daily prayer in Islam

We answer your questions about ritual prayer in Islam.

by Nancy Yang

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February 1, 2016 4:00 AM

Being Muslim in Minnesota: Prayer -- and controversy -- at work

Most of the disputes between workers and employers arise from a lack of understanding, one expert says.

by Mukhtar M. Ibrahim

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January 29, 2016 4:14 PM

Friday Roundtable: Anger and kindness in America

How do anger and kindness shape a society? Three guests explore the roles that individual attitudes play in charting the course for our country.

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January 29, 2016 4:04 PM

Exhibits ponder faith, gender in Black Lives Matter era

A seminary and a gallery joined their efforts to offer a pair of art shows in reaction to current events.

by Marianne Combs

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January 28, 2016 3:44 PM

Legislator rebuked for speaking at event described as anti-Muslim

Sen. David Brown said he spoke about a bill to ensure that the Constitution supersedes Shariah law.

by Riham Feshir

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January 27, 2016 3:00 PM

Listen: What it's like to be Muslim in Minnesota

They are students, activists, welders and artists. They've lived in Egypt and Yemen and north Minneapolis. They are daughters and brothers and fathers. Here, they share their experiences of being Muslim in Minnesota.

by Mukhtar M. Ibrahim and Doualy Xaykaothao

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January 26, 2016 6:38 PM

United Properties offers $2.75M for bankrupt Twin Cities archdiocese's chancery

Minneapolis-based United Properties has offered $2.75 million for the nearly 4 acre site on Summit Avenue, but other parties could top that offer.

by Martin Moylan

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