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R&B legends Tony! Toni! Toné! on why their hits are still popular
R&B icons Tony! Toni! Toné! will perform Friday and Saturday nights at the Minnesota State Fair. But first, they stopped by the stage at Dan Patch Park to talk with Angela Davis and 1A host Joshua Johnson about some of their hits.
A conversation with the mayors of Minneapolis and St. Paul
St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey are both young and full of energy, and they both have ambitious hopes for their respective cities. They joined Angela Davis on stage at the Minnesota State Fair for a conversation about their work, their friendship and the issues they face.
Racism is a health risk for black mothers and babies
African-American women are more likely than white women to die in childbirth or from pregnancy-related complications, and their babies face worse outcomes than their white counterparts. A growing body of research suggests racism plays a role.
Twin Cities coworking spaces that cater to women offer safe place for work, community
A business concept that came out of New York City in 2016 is quickly spreading across the country and into Minnesota: coworking spaces that cater specifically to women, nonbinary and trans folks. The attraction? Users cite a need for a safer space, a community that inspires and sparks creativity, and a network that boosts business.
Two beaches on Lake Nokomis in Minneapolis are closed for the rest of the summer. MPR News host Angela Davis checks in with Trisha Robinson from the Minnesota Department of Health about why MDH decided to close the beaches and whether the number of E. coli bacteria-related sicknesses is unusual.