Social Issues

November 25, 2008 2:55 AM

Bemidji clinic hopes to ease dental access crisis

Finding dental care is tough in rural Minnesota, especially if you're on medical assistance. But there's a new facility in Bemidji that will help.

by Tom Robertson

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November 21, 2008 2:02 PM

Higher education in the Obama administration

The cost of higher education is giving 2-year colleges new attention for those looking for affordable education. But a recent report suggests that community colleges should be more selective and challenge their students more.

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November 19, 2008 6:00 PM

Artists' advice on living with a tight budget

Thousands of Minnesotans have already learned to live creatively on very little, and have done so for years quite successfully. They're artists and they have some advice to share with the rest of us.

by Marianne Combs, Chris Roberts and Euan Kerr

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November 18, 2008 1:54 PM

Infidelity on the rise

A handful of new studies indicate that infidelity is on the rise, particularly among older men and younger women. Some say the nature of infidelity is changing, with the emphasis being less on sex and more on intimacy.

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November 18, 2008 7:31 AM

UN human rights expert to hear local Hmong testimony

A United Nations human rights expert has agreed to listen to testimony from Hmong families in the Twin Cities about the desecration of the graves of loved ones back in Thailand.

by Toni Randolph

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November 17, 2008 4:30 PM

Making education a priority for homeless students in Minneapolis

When a family's focus is on finding food and shelter, getting the kids to class isn't always a top priority.

by Nikki Tundel

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November 17, 2008 11:40 AM

Reward offered for tips on animal fighting in Minn.

Various Minnesota law enforcement agencies are teaming up with the Humane Society of the United States to fight dogfighting and cockfighting.

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November 17, 2008 8:22 AM

Economy may force Duluth crisis center to close

Duluth's crisis center for homeless teens could be shutting down.

by Minnesota News Network

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November 17, 2008 8:02 AM

Minnesota food shelves see record need

Minnesota foodshelves continue to see record numbers of families needing assistance.

by Minnesota News Network

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November 14, 2008 4:06 PM

Regents discuss beer sales at new stadium

The University of Minnesota Board of Regents today discussed a plan to sell alcohol in some venues on campus, but took no action.

by Tim Post

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