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Mpls. man seeks reparations from the church that enslaved his ancestors
Elton Wright-Trusclair’s ancestors were among the more than 1,000 people enslaved by the Society of Jesus, many of whom toiled at Georgetown University. The church has pledged $100 million towards scholarships and other charitable causes designed to benefit descendants of the enslaved and Black communities. However, Wright-Trusclair and others say they want direct reparations.
Doctors press Minnesota health systems for more access to abortion medication
As Minnesota abortion care providers ramp up to serve an expected influx of patients from across the Midwest, some doctors are pushing their health care organizations to do more now, including improving access to a drug that’s also used for medication abortions.
Fifth bishop of Diocese of New Ulm announced
Pope Francis named Bishop Chad W. Zielinski, 57, the fifth bishop of the Diocese of New Ulm on Tuesday. He said “spiritual apathy” and declining numbers of parish membership are challenges faces the church.
Ep. 8 Role of enclaves in building communities
Enclaves like Little Mekong are more than just areas with great places to taste cuisines from around the world.  Places of worship, culturally specific service providers and other businesses are also central to the vibrancy of enclaves. Guests discuss how Mexican American immigrants and refugees from Somalia have benefitted from these institutions. 
Sundae sammies, pickle pizza: New Minnesota State Fair foods are here
The Minnesota State Fair unveiled its new foods Tuesday, the annual preview of the dizzying array of new eating and drinking options at the 12-day gathering and eat-a-thon. 
Undefeated Minnesota Aurora's inaugural season continues into playoffs
The Minnesota Aurora women's soccer team’s inaugural season continues as the undefeated Aurora host a playoff game Wednesday. “Game by game we've proven our talent and we have proven that we are something to be seen and heard and talked about,” said player Rachel Preston.
Program helps educators accurately teach Native American content in classrooms
Most Minnesota K-12 educators say they lack access to resources they need to accurately teach lessons which include Native American content. But one teacher training program is trying to change that.
After a six-year hiatus and the pandemic, Sleepy Eye Community Theater is reviving with a production of “West Side Story.” With the re-opening, reaching into new diverse audiences and actors is a priority for the theater group.
A 'Super Eid' for every Minnesotan at U.S. Bank Stadium
Thousands of people took part in this year’s Eid al-Adha celebration at U.S. Bank Stadium. Abdulahi Farah, one of the organizers for ‘Super Eid,’ talked with All Things Considered host Tom Crann about the holiday.