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Stories from November 23, 2022

WHO, CDC: A record 40 million kids miss measles vaccine dose

WHO, CDC: A record 40 million kids miss measles vaccine dose

The World Health Organization and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say measles immunization has dropped significantly since the coronavirus pandemic began, resulting in a record high of nearly 40 million children missing a vaccine dose last year.
by The Associated Press

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Minnesotans head into Thanksgiving and a not-so-Black Friday

Minnesotans head into Thanksgiving and a not-so-Black Friday, and flu is going strong among Minnesotans as they gather for the holidays. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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Appetites: Minnesota chefs share their favorite Thanksgiving sides

Appetites: Minnesota chefs share their favorite Thanksgiving sides

Throw your guests some curveballs this Thanksgiving, with pickled berries instead of bacon on your brussels sprouts, a turkey stuffed with egg roll filling instead of bread stuffing, or by finally nailing the mashed potatoes.
by Tom Crann, Megan Burks and Heidi Raschke

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I-94 rest stop brings the 'funk,' may make Minnesota history 

I-94 rest stop brings the 'funk,' may make Minnesota history 

With its distinctive roof lines, the Burgen Lake rest area outside Alexandria is seen as a classic of modernist “funk/revival” style. It may make the National Register of Historic Places. Here’s why it’s not your average bathroom stop.
by Alex V. Cipolle

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Why hunger is rising in Minnesota and what can be done to help

Why hunger is rising in Minnesota and what can be done to help

Inflation and the end of pandemic relief programs are making it harder for many people to buy enough food for their families. Here’s what experts and callers told Angela Davis.
by Angela Davis, Maja Beckstrom and Nicole Johnson

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Former SPCO President and CEO Bruce Coppock dies at age 71

Former SPCO President and CEO Bruce Coppock dies at age 71

Coppock, who served as Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra CEO twice, is credited with reshaping the orchestra, its audiences and successfully spearheading the drive for a new concert hall.
by Euan Kerr

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Man shot, wounded by Goodhue County sheriff's deputy in Red Wing

Man shot, wounded by Goodhue County sheriff's deputy in Red Wing

A man was shot and wounded by a Goodhue County sheriff's deputy on Tuesday following a report of a single-vehicle crash in Red Wing. He is expected to recover.
by MPR News Staff

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Mild, bright Wednesday; fog, light precipitation possible Thursday

Mild, bright Wednesday; fog, light precipitation possible Thursday

Wednesday will be mild with sunshine. High temperatures will be above freezing statewide. Clouds increase Wednesday night with fog possible into Thursday morning and even some patchy freezing drizzle. Thanksgiving will be in the 30s with cloudy skies.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Law enforcement agencies stepping up DWI enforcement in MN

The extra scrutiny will last through New Year’s Eve, as DWI arrests trend ahead of last year’s pace. As of the end of October, nearly 100 people had died in alcohol-related crashes on Minnesota roads. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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Twin blasts shake Jerusalem, killing teen and wounding 18

Twin blasts shake Jerusalem, killing teen and wounding 18

Two blasts have gone off near bus stops in Jerusalem at the height of rush hour, killing a teenager and injuring at least 18, in what Israeli police said were suspected attacks by Palestinians.
by The Associated Press

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Mild with sunshine Wednesday; clouds with patchy precipitation Thursday

Patchy freezing fog early, partly cloudy skies with temperatures warming back into the 30s and even 40s in southwest Minnesota, above normal for the date. Overnight Wednesday night into Thursday clouds increase. Temperatures remain above normal into the weekend.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Strike on Ukrainian maternity hospital kills 2-day-old baby

Strike on Ukrainian maternity hospital kills 2-day-old baby

Ukrainian authorities say an overnight rocket attack has struck a hospital maternity ward in southern Ukraine, killing a 2-day-old baby. The baby's mother and a doctor were pulled alive Wednesday from the rubble. 
by The Associated Press

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Doctors who want to defy abortion laws say it's too risky

Doctors who want to defy abortion laws say it's too risky

In states with abortion bans, doctors may hesitate to provide abortion care in a medical emergency. Some ethicists argue doctors should practice civil disobedience and put patients' lives first.
by Selena Simmons-Duffin

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Skyway vacancy offers chance of a lifetime for clothing maker

Skyway vacancy offers chance of a lifetime for clothing maker

Rammy Mohamed used to make clothes in her basement. Now she’s opened a highly visible boutique in the St. Paul skyway.
by Sarah Thamer

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Site of Colorado gay bar shooting 'celebrated' LGBTQ people

Site of Colorado gay bar shooting 'celebrated' LGBTQ people

In the mostly conservative city of Colorado Springs, Club Q has long been a go-to spot for members of the LGBTQ community — a safe space where many felt they could just be themselves. But that was shattered this weekend when a gunman entered the club as people were drinking and dancing, killing five people and injuring 25 others.
by The Associated Press

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