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January 16, 2023 3:17 PM

Future of Us: Creating a new roadmap for justice in the wake of George Floyd

Long-time activist and attorney Nekima Levy Armstrong reflects on how the murder of George Floyd, global protests, and a high-profile conviction have transformed the ways we understand and advocate for justice.

by Tom Crann and Ngoc Bui

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January 15, 2023 9:00 AM

We tried it: Non-alcoholic bottle shop Marigold opens in south Minneapolis

MPR News newscaster and host Emily Bright visits a new non-alcoholic bottle shop in south Minneapolis, called Marigold.

by Emily Bright and Amy Felegy

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January 13, 2023 4:00 AM

Publishers concerned as slow U.S. mail delays delivery of local newspapers

A growing number of local newspapers have switched from using carriers to the U.S. Postal Service for delivery, a cost-cutting move as print subscriptions decline. But getting those papers into the hands of readers while the news is still timely has been a challenge.

by Kirsti Marohn

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January 12, 2023 3:58 PM

Climate trends and news to keep an eye on in 2023

Last year was a banner year for clean energy with booms in solar and wind energy as well as the signing of the Inflation Reduction Act, the biggest climate legislation ever. So what might be in store for 2023?

by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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January 12, 2023 9:00 AM

U presses for control of campus teaching hospital ahead of Sanford-Fairview deal

The University of Minnesota is planning to ask the state to help it acquire health care facilities from Fairview Health Services. It comes as Fairview is planning to merge with Sanford Health, a move the state Attorney General’s office is investigating.

by Michelle Wiley

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January 11, 2023 5:23 PM

Hamline student, former instructor at center of debate over religion, academic freedom speak out

Two people at the center of the controversy at Hamline University over academic freedom that has gained international attention spoke Wednesday about how the incident has impacted their lives.

by Nina Moini

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January 10, 2023 6:20 PM

Red Lake man sentenced to 37 years for killing a tribal police officer

Imposing the sentence Chief U.S. District Judge John R. Tunheim said, "The sentence has to reflect the seriousness of this crime and it does."

by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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January 6, 2023 9:53 AM

Slurp: Chef Yia Vang and his pop up Hmong noodle restaurant

Chef Yia Vang has started a popup venue that serves hot noodles, and where he can host chefs who need a space and expertise before opening their own kitchens.

by Jacob Aloi

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January 5, 2023 6:16 PM

St. Paul resident reflects on his time covering Pope Benedict XVI for Catholic News Service

Many believe Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, who died Saturday, mishandled the clergy sexual abuse scandal. But John Thavis, who was the Rome bureau chief for Catholic News Service during Benedict’s papacy, says his record is more nuanced. And he says it was music that could stir the stubbornly straight-faced pontiff.

by Emily Bright and Megan Burks