MPR News with Tom Weber

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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October 26, 2017 12:00 AM

The future of Minnesota's only national park

The park's latest superintendent has been around for a year and he shared this thoughts.

by Tom Weber

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October 26, 2017 12:00 AM

What's the future of flood diversion in Fargo-Moorhead?

A major construction project in the Fargo-Moorhead area has been placed on hold by a federal judge.

by Julie Siple and Tom Weber

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October 26, 2017 12:00 AM

This former Catholic is trying to clear up misconceptions about Islam

John Emery spoke about his efforts to bridge the divide between Islam and people who have preconceived ideas about the religion.

by Tom Weber and Jo Erickson

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October 25, 2017 12:00 AM

What do Sun Country baggage changes mean for passengers?

The Minnesota-based airline added fees for carry-ons this week, as well as fees for pre-assigned seats.

by Tom Weber

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October 25, 2017 12:00 AM

Michele Norris on race and cultural identity

Michele Norris, Minnesota native and former NPR host on race and cultural identity since the election of President Trump, discusses "The Race Card Project."

by Tom Weber and Jo Erickson

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October 23, 2017 4:33 PM

Is sharing caring? What parents should consider about children's online privacy

Whether you're tech savvy or a digital novice, make sure you've considered these issues of privacy and access before you posts photos of your kids.

by Tom Weber and Manda Lillie

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October 20, 2017 4:00 AM

What does it mean to live a good life, the Ojibwe way?

The spur for Linda LeGarde Grover's new essay collection was the birth of her seventh grandchild. She wanted to write about the important Ojibwe connection between the generations, and with the land.

by Euan Kerr

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October 19, 2017 11:03 AM

Minnesota's Gretchen Carlson on how to confront, report and end sexual harassment

Anoka native Gretchen Carlson found fame as Miss America 1989. Her name filled headlines again last summer when she sued Fox for sexual harassment. Her new book, "Be Fierce," offers practical advice for women dealing with workplace harassment.

by Tom Weber, MPR News Staff and Tracy Mumford

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October 19, 2017 12:00 AM

Minnesota Somali community working to help Mogadishu bombing victims

A truck bombing in Mogadishu, Somalia's capital, this past weekend killed more than 300 people and wounded hundreds more.

by Julie Siple, Tom Weber and Jo Erickson

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October 16, 2017 1:21 PM

Flood of 'Me Too' brings attention to sexual harassment and assault

Two words are probably showing up on your social media feed: "Me too." It started Sunday after actress Alyssa Milano asked people on Twitter to reply "me too" if they've been sexually harassed or assaulted.

by Julie Siple and Tom Weber

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