Social Issues

January 8, 2010 4:30 PM

An intimate show spread over thousands of miles

This weekend the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis begins presenting a very intimate theatrical experience with just one performer, and one audience member.

by Euan Kerr

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January 7, 2010 10:49 PM

Somali community shaken by violent tragedy

The family of two cousins killed in a triple homicide this week in Minneapolis plan to bury the men on Friday and members of the community say they must work with police to prevent further violence.

by Laura Yuen

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January 7, 2010 8:06 PM

Officials: Anti-Muslim images are protected speech

Two Minnesota prosecutors have decided not to file charges against a man who they say admitted posting anti-Muslim images near a mosque and a Somali-owned store, saying the cartoons are protected under the First Amendment.

by Patrick Condon, Associated Press

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January 7, 2010 4:43 PM

Same-sex couples want bill to protect end-of-life decisions in Minn.

Advocates for same-sex couples say Minnesota needs a law that protects the rights of surviving members of domestic partnerships to make those decisions.

by Rupa Shenoy

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January 6, 2010 10:49 AM

Use of restraint on disabled man questioned

A Brooklyn Park mother wants answers after her mentally disabled son ended up in a coma.

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January 6, 2010 9:55 AM

Bridge to Somewhere: Lessons from the New Deal

As we work our way out of a recession, an American RadioWorks documentary explores the lessons we can learn from Franklin Delano Roosevelt's New Deal.

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January 5, 2010 4:33 PM

'Beyond the Yellow Ribbon' participants honored at ceremony

Minnesota National Guard officials are honoring several participants in its Beyond the Yellow Ribbon program.

by Tim Pugmire

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January 5, 2010 11:31 AM

State to track often-abused prescription drugs

Starting this week, Minnesota residents who fill prescriptions for addictive drugs like Vicodin and OxyContin are going into a new state database. The aim is to stop drug abusers from shopping around for prescriptions.

by Martiga Lohn

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January 4, 2010 4:17 PM

Group raises money for charity while reviving old pianos

Brand new pianos demand hefty prices, and used ones, though cheaper, can be an expensive hassle to move. But a St. Paul group is addressing both issues while also raising money for children.

by Chris Roberts

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January 2, 2010 12:00 AM

For young homeless, many challenges, few resources

Every night in the Twin Cities, an estimated 1,500 people between 16 and 21 are homeless, while fewer than 50 shelter beds are set aside to serve that population.

by Patrick Condon, Associated Press

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