Social Issues

August 3, 2009 8:32 AM

Same-sex couples in Wis. sign up as domestic partners

The first same-sex couple has signed up for Wisconsin's new domestic partnership registry.

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July 31, 2009 6:00 AM

Technology shouldn't give Big Brother a head start

An Internet security expert argues against building surveillance tools into computers.

by Bruce Schneier

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July 30, 2009 12:00 AM

Cell phones and the hazards of driving while chatting

Despite study after study indicating talking and texting on cell phones while driving causes crashes, few state governments seem willing to outlaw it. Two scientists who study distraction talk about how your brain really isn't that suited to multi-tasking, and what the cost can be when one of those tasks is driving.

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July 29, 2009 9:52 AM

Wis. woman accused of scamming fellow Hmong

A Wisconsin woman is accused of stealing from fellow Hmong families by inventing fake aid programs that required enrollment payments.

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July 29, 2009 7:07 AM

Minn. veterans home in Fergus Falls to expand

Construction begins Wednesday on a unique addition to the Minnesota Veterans Home in Fergus Falls.

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July 28, 2009 2:39 PM

U.S. extends protected status for Somali nationals

Somali nationals living in the U.S. under temporary protected status are eligible to remain in the country for an additional 18 months.

by Laura Yuen

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July 28, 2009 6:00 AM

Gates arrest is a teaching moment, if we'll listen

A college professor sees a chance for white Americans to learn something about the black experience.

by Warren Goldstein

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July 27, 2009 6:49 AM

Last day for public comment on Central Corridor LRT

Today is the final day for public comment on the Central Corridor light rail project.

by Dan Olson

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July 27, 2009 6:15 AM

Faribault County mulls issue of roadside memorials

Officials with the Faribault County Commission have formed a committee to deal with a dicey issue - how to respect mourners who leave roadside memorials up, even after the memorials deteriorate or become maintenance issues.

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July 25, 2009 4:25 PM

Recently returned soldiers attend reintegration programs

More than 720 Minnesota National Guard soldiers attended programs Saturday at the Minneapolis Convention Center intended to help them reintegrate into American society.

by Jessica Mador

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