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Stories from July 5, 2020

New book teaches kids 'How to Solve a Problem' like a rock climber would

New book teaches kids 'How to Solve a Problem' like a rock climber would

Ashima Shiraishi may be one of the most talented rock climbers in the world, but lofty titles aside, she wants kids to know that most of climbing — and life — is "just falling."
by Samantha Balaban

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Thousands take part in Black 4th march through downtown Minneapolis

Thousands of people marched through downtown Minneapolis on Saturday. The largely silent march dubbed "Black Fourth" aimed to highlight the disconnect between the Declaration of Independence and slavery. MPR News update for July 5, 2020. Hosted by Emily Bright. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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Flash flood warning for parts of east metro until 6 p.m.

Slow moving thunderstorms are causing flooding in the parts of the Twin Cities metro area. Flash flood warnings continue in east-central Ramsey County and west-central Washington County until 6 p.m.
by Ron Trenda

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Theater student gets supersized attention after superhero video goes viral

Theater student gets supersized attention after superhero video goes viral

College theater student Julian Bass got big affirmation for his video where he morphs into his favorite superheroes. He talks with NPR's Scott Detrow about his sudden fame — and his love for Spider-Man.
by Christianna Silva

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How race shaped America's roadways and cities

How race shaped America's roadways and cities

An expert in urban planning and environmental policy explains how race has played a central role in how cities across America developed — often in ways that hurt minority communities.
by Ashish Valentine

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Very warm and humid; thunder chances highest to the north

It’ll definitely feel summery today. We have details on the heat and humidity, plus a look at thunderstorm chances. We also take a look at the week ahead and beyond; will cool air arrive at some point?
by Ron Trenda

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1 of 2 protesters hit by car on closed Seattle freeway dies

1 of 2 protesters hit by car on closed Seattle freeway dies

A car drove onto a closed freeway early Saturday and struck two people in a crowd protesting against police brutality, killing one and critically injuring the other, authorities said.
by The Associated Press

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Photos: Thousands take part in Black 4th march through downtown Minneapolis

Photos: Thousands take part in Black 4th march through downtown Minneapolis

Thousands of people marched through downtown Minneapolis on Saturday night, the Fourth of July, to speak out against racial injustice. "We're really bringing attention to the hypocrisy of the holiday and how many of us were not independent,” one organizer said.
by Christine T. Nguyen

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My gym has reopened. Is it safe to work out there?

My gym has reopened. Is it safe to work out there?

Exercise is good for physical and mental health, but with coronavirus cases surging across the country, exercising indoors with other people could increase your chance of infection. So, as some gyms reopen, here are some things to consider before heading for your workout.
by Patti Neighmond

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Warm and humid again; thunder chance in some areas

There aren’t any big changes in today’s forecast. It’ll be humid, and temperatures will top 90 in many locations. Details on that, plus a look at thunderstorm chances.
by Ron Trenda

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In Fourth of July remarks, Trump takes aim at 'radical left'

In Fourth of July remarks, Trump takes aim at 'radical left'

During the second annual "Salute To America" event held on the South Lawn, the president drew a comparison between historic American wartime victories and stopping what he called the "radical left."
by Emma Bowman

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