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September 9, 2019 4:00 AM

Latino parents group teaches cultural skills to thrive in Minnesota schools

The Latino Youth Development Collaborative is trying to help first-generation Latino families navigate the complexities of Minnesota schools.

by Elizabeth Shockman

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September 9, 2019 4:00 AM

Grim economics wallop ethanol and corn producers

The recent shut down of one of Minnesota’s oldest ethanol plants is a symptom of economic stress in that industry and the corn producers who supply the main ingredient for the biofuel.

by Catharine Richert

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September 6, 2019 11:13 AM

Can hail come before rain?

One MPR News listener wanted to know. The short answer? Yes, it can.

by Cathy Wurzer

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September 6, 2019 11:06 AM

Audio postcard: Searching for Great Plains ladies’-tresses orchid

The wildflower season in Minnesota is drawing to a close, but flower spotters Kelly Povo and Phyllis Root report there are still blooms to be found.

by Cathy Wurzer

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September 6, 2019 11:02 AM

The Who performs at the Xcel Energy Center on Friday night

The two surviving members of the original Who lineup, Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey, will be backed by an orchestra.

by Cathy Wurzer

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September 6, 2019 4:00 AM

At Walker, a black artist's complex look at beauty, stereotypes, racism

Chicago-based artist Theaster Gates uses his huge collections of objects to create reflection spaces that are sometimes disquieting. That’s clear at his new show in Minneapolis.

by Euan Kerr

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September 6, 2019 4:00 AM

Iowa bets, Minnesota holds on sports gambling

The start of another NFL season has many fans in Minnesota wondering when the state might legalize sports betting. An attempt failed earlier this year, but supporters say they’ll try again next year.

by Tim Pugmire

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September 5, 2019 10:51 AM

Ezra Furman brings new music to the Turf Club on Thursday night

“This is our punk record,” Furman says on his website of the new music.

by Cathy Wurzer

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September 5, 2019 4:00 AM

Art Hounds: See Mexico through eyes of one of its greatest photographers

Plus, Art Hounds recommend a celebration of artist George Morrison in Minneapolis and Med City Arts Fest in Rochester.

by Marianne Combs

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September 4, 2019 3:52 PM

St. Paul police chief asks for more officers, citing concerns over response times

St. Paul Police Chief Todd Axtell said his officers have trouble responding to the increasing number of 911 calls in recent years.

by Nina Moini

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