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Stories from July 28, 2021

We answered extremely random questions people had about the Olympics

We answered extremely random questions people had about the Olympics

As you cheer on sports you didn't think you cared about during the Summer Olympics, we're here to answer all those random questions that keep popping up in your brain.
by Saeed Ahmed

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Minn. front-line workers appeal for share of pandemic pay

Minn. front-line workers appeal for share of pandemic pay

As a legislative panel began considering how to divide $250 million in premium pay for those who had to work in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, some suggested the pot of money isn’t big enough.
by Brian Bakst

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Minnesota's COVID pandemic takes a concerning turn as officials recommend masks in schools

Minnesota's COVID pandemic takes a concerning turn as officials recommend masks in schools when classes resume. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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Iranian railway, ancient Chinese city among new UNESCO World Heritage sites

Iranian railway, ancient Chinese city among new UNESCO World Heritage sites

What do a railway in Iran, a mountainous national park in Thailand and a spa town in the Czech Republic have in common? They're all part of a newly announced group of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
by Neda Ulaby

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Set boundaries and find peace 

Set boundaries and find peace 

Host Angela Davis talks to therapist and New York Times best-selling author Nedra Glover Tawwab about her newest book “Set Boundaries, Find Peace.” 
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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Senate advances bipartisan infrastructure deal

Senate advances bipartisan infrastructure deal

Hours after bipartisan Senate negotiators reached a deal on an infrastructure package, the chamber voted to advance it, setting in motion a final vote on the bill in the coming days.
by Deirdre Walsh

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Do you need to wear a mask indoors where you live?

Do you need to wear a mask indoors where you live?

The CDC wants vaccinated people to wear masks indoors if the coronavirus is spreading widely where they live. Find out the level of virus transmission in your county.
by Selena Simmons-Duffin

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Suit accuses mall of negligence in 2019 assault of young boy

Suit accuses mall of negligence in 2019 assault of young boy

The family of the then five-year-old boy says the Mall of America should have done more to keep track of the assailant that day.
by Peter Cox

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COVID-19 in MN: State urges masks for all inside K-12 schools as cases climb

COVID-19 in MN: State urges masks for all inside K-12 schools as cases climb

Minnesota’s asking — not ordering — all students, staff and visitors to K-12 school buildings to wear masks indoors regardless of their vaccination status. Wednesday’s data makes it clear the disease has at least one more punch to deliver.
by MPR News Staff

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Chronicling Trump’s chaotic last year in office

Chronicling Trump’s chaotic last year in office

In their new book, “I Alone Can Fix It,” Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists Carol Leonnig and Philip Rucker detail the final days of the Trump White House.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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Court nixes new trial for 'Making a Murderer' subject Avery

Court nixes new trial for 'Making a Murderer' subject Avery

The Wisconsin Court of Appeal has rejected a request by "Making a Murderer" subject Steven Avery for a new trial. Avery is serving a life sentence for the 2005 killing of photographer Teresa Halbach.
by The Associated Press

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Rosemount woman's halal beauty products meet religious standards

Rosemount woman's halal beauty products meet religious standards

When Annie Qaiser discovered that too many lotions, creams and oils contain products Muslims are forbidden to ingest, she made her own, which follow religious guidelines.
by Riham Feshir

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Minnesota Olympians set for Day 5 competitions

Minnesota Olympians set for Day 5 competitions

Here are the details on which athletes are competing Wednesday, plus a summary of what happened for Minnesota athletes on Tuesday.
by Matt Mikus

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Severe storms likely across Minnesota on Wednesday

Severe storms likely across Minnesota on Wednesday

Wednesday’s weather brings several hazards across Minnesota, from excessive heat to severe storms that are expected to bring damaging winds, large hail and tornadoes.
by Nicole Mitchell

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Rochester Public Schools to require younger students wear masks this fall

Students between 2 and 12 years old will be required to wear masks inside all school facilities during the academic year. The board’s vote reflected increasing concern over spread of the delta variant in Minnesota. This is an MPR News morning update for Wednesday, July 28, 2021. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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Rochester Public Schools to require masking of younger students in the fall

Rochester Public Schools to require masking of younger students in the fall

Students between 2 and 12 years old will be required to wear masks inside all school facilities during the next academic year. The board’s vote reflected increasing concern over spread of the delta variant in Minnesota.
by Catharine Richert and Matt Sepic

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You might consider opting out of the child tax credit. Here's why

You might consider opting out of the child tax credit. Here's why

The first monthly enhanced child tax credit payment has landed, but some families are now opting out. Here's how to decide whether it makes sense for you.
by Andrea Hsu

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'OK not to be OK': Mental health takes top role at Olympics

'OK not to be OK': Mental health takes top role at Olympics

Simone Biles joins other high-profile names in the Olympic space who have been talking openly about a topic that had been taboo in sports for seemingly forever. The International Olympic Committee has taken a proactive approach to providing resources for its athletes and shifted its tone from sports performance and results to mental health and uplifting the athletes' voices.
by The Associated Press

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Olympic champ Biles withdraws from all-around competition

Olympic champ Biles withdraws from all-around competition

The American gymnastics superstar withdrew from Thursday's all-around competition to focus on her mental well-being. USA Gymnastics said Biles will be evaluated daily before deciding if she will participate in next week's individual events.
by The Associated Press

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4 takeaways from the emotional hearing on the Capitol attack

4 takeaways from the emotional hearing on the Capitol attack

The first House select committee hearing on the Jan. 6 insurrection featured raw and emotional testimony from four law enforcement officers. Here's what you need to know.
by Deirdre Walsh

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Biden is considering a vaccine or testing mandate for federal workers

Biden is considering a vaccine or testing mandate for federal workers

Under the policy, federal employees who are not confirmed as vaccinated would be required to wear masks at all times while at work and be tested regularly for the virus.
by Alana Wise

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Violent crime surges across Minnesota with record murders

Violent crime surges across Minnesota with record murders

Violent crime surged nearly 17 percent across Minnesota last year, including a record number of murders, according to data released Tuesday by the state Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.
by The Associated Press

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