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Tom Weber, a reporter and host at MPR News for a decade, resigned effective June 22, 2018. You can find his work covering the people and places of Minnesota here.
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March 24, 2015 11:15 AM

Secretary of State Simon on MN voting issues

Steve Simon, Minnesota's new Secretary of State, wants an earlier primary in Minnesota and a law that would allow 16- and 17-year-olds to preregister to vote.

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March 23, 2015 11:20 AM

Your wildlife questions, answered

Springtime means a lot of critters running around, including newborns. What should you do if you happen across one?

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March 23, 2015 11:06 AM

A look at the proposed BWCA land swap

The Forest Service is holding open houses this month so the public can review and comment on the possible land exchange.

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March 20, 2015 3:00 PM

DIY beer: Two home brewers on how to get started

We gave some love to the basement barley out there with two guests who discuss what's on the horizon in Minnesota's home-brewing scene and offer tips and suggestions for rookies.

by Emily Kaiser

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March 20, 2015 11:06 AM

St. Paul moves forward with bike infrastructure overhaul

Nearly 200 miles of bike lanes and paths would be added with emphasis on off-street paths and separated lanes.

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March 19, 2015 11:06 AM

The challenges facing Minnesota nursing homes

Nursing home owners and workers have told Minnesota legislators that they aren't getting enough money from the state to stay open and to keep the best staff in their facilities for years.

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March 18, 2015 11:50 AM

Sophomore brings student perspective to Minneapolis School Board

Noah Branch, a sophomore at Minneapolis Patrick Henry High School, was sworn in on Feb. 10 as the first-ever student representative on the city's school board.

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March 18, 2015 11:06 AM

American Refugee Committee director on the future of refugees

From its base in Minnesota, the American Refugee Committee provides humanitarian assistance and training for refugees in 11 countries.

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March 17, 2015 11:20 AM

The state of Minnesota child care facilities

A federal audit of Minnesota child care facilities found stronger state and county inspections are still needed after random visits to 23 facilities exposed persistent health and safety hazards.

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March 16, 2015 11:45 AM

Duluth mayor on clean up of U.S. Steel Superfund site

Mayor Don Ness discusses the latest on the clean up of the 600-acre U.S. Steel Superfund site near the confluence of Lake Superior and the St. Louis River.

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