Minnesota Now May 15 2023

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The Minnesota House is voting Monday on a public safety bill. It includes allowing law enforcement to take guns from people believed to be a risk to themselves or others. How effective are these so called red flag law? MPR News host Cathy Wurzer spoke with an expert.

The City of Brooklyn Park is trying a new approach to mental health crises that result in a 911 call. They are sending paramedics and social workers to respond. Listen for what they’ve learned so far.

Minnesota is a mushroom hunter's paradise. A forager will told MPR News host Cathy Wurzer about her passion for wild mushrooms and how to get started as a newbie.

Diane Miller from the Current has five local artists you don't want to miss.

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