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All Things Considered

Tom Crann
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All Things Considered, with Tom Crann in St. Paul and NPR hosts in Washington, is your comprehensive source for afternoon news and information. Listen from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. every weekday.

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Minnesota law bans harassment, intimidation of election workers

Minnesota law bans harassment, intimidation of election workers

With concerns about election-related violence on the rise, poll workers and election officials in Minnesota have some new legal protections. While there have been only sporadic problems in Minnesota, the measure was prompted by harassment elsewhere.
by Matt Sepic

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Job Interview: Grief counselor helps kids and families heal after loss

Job Interview: Grief counselor helps kids and families heal after loss

In our “Job Interview” series, where we talk to everyday Minnesotans about the rewards and challenges of their work. Cara Mearns-Thompson is the clinical director and co-founder of The Grief Club of Minnesota.
by Lukas Levin

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Should Minnesota continue to put lottery dollars toward the environment?

Should Minnesota continue to put lottery dollars toward the environment?

Currently 40 percent of proceeds from the state lottery go into a fund aimed at protecting the state’s environment. Voters will decide next week whether to renew the fund for another 25 years, but a proposed addition is getting some pushback.
by Dan Kraker

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Southern Minnesota House District 18A’s history of flip-flopping attracts lots of outside funding 

Southern Minnesota House District 18A’s history of flip-flopping attracts lots of outside funding 

With a recent history of voting Republican during presidential elections and Democrat in the midterms, District 18A is attracting a lot of attention in the 2024 election. GOP hopeful Erica Schwartz is looking to unseat incumbent DFL Rep. Jeff Brand. He has won the seat twice with a loss in between.
by Hannah Yang

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At Bebe Zito, they put the scream in ice cream for Halloween

At Bebe Zito, they put the scream in ice cream for Halloween

On Halloween, we think of candy, of course. But that’s not the only sweet treat for the holiday. Ben Spangler and Gabriella Grant want you to scream for ice cream on Halloween. The owners of Bebe Zito are the masterminds behind the inventive ice cream flavors and otherworldly creations available at the shop’s four Twin Cities locations.
by Tom Crann and Heidi Raschke

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With assurance and support, Native people with felony records head out to vote

With assurance and support, Native people with felony records head out to vote

A law allowing people with a felony on their record to vote offers people once disenfranchised from the process a chance to engage once more. In Minnesota, this is especially true for Native American voters.
by Allison Herrera

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Art Hounds: ‘Network: A River Connected’ takes a stroll down the Mississippi

Art Hounds: ‘Network: A River Connected’ takes a stroll down the Mississippi

This week’s Art Hounds look at an art exhibit about a walk along the Mississippi, Gilbert and Sullivan relocated to Scotland and a blend of concert band and technology.
by Emily Bright

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After 38 years of consistency, Winona-area House district to gain new lawmaker after intense race

After 38 years of consistency, Winona-area House district to gain new lawmaker after intense race

In politically-split Winona, two candidates are seeking to replace a longtime legislator. The outcome of the race could determine party control of the Minnesota House.
by Catharine Richert

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