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Minnesota trees in turmoil due to drastic seasonal changes
Minnesota’s trees are having a tough time. There was barely any snow last winter, leaving roots unprotected. Then the soil became downright swampy after an extremely soggy spring and early summer. Now, conditions have flipped to widespread drought in a matter of weeks.
Should moderators fact-check? Veteran broadcast debate host, journalism professor weigh in
MPR News host emeritus Gary Eichten and University of Minnesota associate professor and director of the Minnesota Journalism Center Benjamin Toff joined Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer to talk about the positives and perils of live political debates.
Lebanon's government urges international community for support amid Israel’s invasion
Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati said his country was facing “one of the most dangerous phases of its history” amid Israel’s ground incursion into southern Lebanon, which began late Monday.
Horror and mystery are center stage with two Twin Cities productions
MPR News arts reporter Jacob Aloi reviews two Twin Cities shows for Halloween, with “Scotland, PA” offering a comedic, fast-food-themed take on “Macbeth,” and “The Reunion” providing a clever, meta whodunnit.