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Sammy McDowell remembered as ‘pillar’ of his north Minneapolis community

Sammy McDowell remembered as ‘pillar’ of his north Minneapolis community

Hundreds of people celebrated the life of Sammy McDowell on Tuesday night in north Minneapolis. They remembered McDowell as a community champion who made a point to look out for others.
by Regina Medina

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United Methodists will again debate LGBTQ+ clergy and same-sex weddings

United Methodists will again debate LGBTQ+ clergy and same-sex weddings

The United Methodist Church is holding its first General Conference since the pandemic and will consider whether to change policies on several LGBTQ+ issues.
by Jason DeRose

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At antisemitism hearing, Columbia official tells lawmakers, 'We have a moral crisis'

At antisemitism hearing, Columbia official tells lawmakers, 'We have a moral crisis'

Columbia University officials answered lawmaker questions about antisemitism on campus. But Wednesday's hearing played out very differently from the 2023 hearing that grabbed so many headlines.
by Elissa Nadworny and Janet W. Lee

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Photos: Deaf community celebrates Ramadan with iftar meal

Photos: Deaf community celebrates Ramadan with iftar meal

At a celebration during the holy month of Ramadan, community members gathered Saturday for an iftar to connect with the Deaf community and learn about culturally and linguistically appropriate services, all while enjoying good food and company.
by MPR News Staff

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