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Troubling stories surface as U probes its history with Native people

Troubling stories surface as U probes its history with Native people

A University of Minnesota panel is broadly reviewing the institution’s treatment of Native people since its 1851 founding. While a report is expected later this summer, researchers and journalists have already uncovered some hard facts.
by Melissa Olson

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In the land of zero natural lakes, Rochester has a pool drought

In the land of zero natural lakes, Rochester has a pool drought

Recent pool closures have left Rochester with a single public swimming pool, leading to squabbles over pool time and space. Local officials and families alike say the city doesn't have enough pools for everyone who wants to swim and that pool access is increasingly becoming a matter of privilege.
by Catharine Richert

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Ep. 5 'How do you make it right?'

Ep. 5 'How do you make it right?'

One of the great losses caused by the highway expansion through Rondo was the loss of generational wealth for the residents. For decades, Rondo has struggled to keep pace with other areas of St. Paul. Everyone acknowledges that what happened to Rondo was wrong. The question now, is how do we make it right?
by Brandt Williams

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Group home closures put many disabled Minnesotans at risk, advocates say

Group home closures put many disabled Minnesotans at risk, advocates say

More than 170 Minnesota group homes have closed since the fall, with staff shortages and wages largely to blame, advocates say. People rallied outside the governor’s residence Friday to press lawmakers to help.
by Sarah Gelbard

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More than just a game: Mpls. company strives to make culturally accurate, online learning tools

More than just a game: Mpls. company strives to make culturally accurate, online learning tools

A Minneapolis-based company creates video games that have an educational purpose — teaching students math, science and language arts. The online games are available in English, Spanish, Lakota and Dakota. The creators of 7 Generation Games also combine learning with culture by working with different communities.
by Vicki Adame

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'That Midwestern Mom' shares Minnesota traditions through TikTok

'That Midwestern Mom' shares Minnesota traditions through TikTok

Amber Estenson is a TikTok creator who shares her own Minnesota salad recipes and the stories of her community with the world. With over 700,000 followers, Estenson joined host Cathy Wurzer to talk about her journey on TikTok and what it’s been like to share her life in Minnesota with viewers around the world.  
by Cathy Wurzer and Simone Cazares

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Van Gogh and Japanese clothing: Two long-awaited exhibits open at MIA

Van Gogh and Japanese clothing: Two long-awaited exhibits open at MIA

The Minneapolis Institute of Art opens two exhibits this weekend, “Dressed by Nature: Textiles of Japan” and “Van Gogh and the Olive Groves.” At a sneak peek, curators and MIA leadership discussed the long-awaited and culturally significant exhibits. 
by Sam Stroozas

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Looking back on 50 years of Pride in the Twin Cities

Looking back on 50 years of Pride in the Twin Cities

Tom Crann spoke with Jean Tretter, a founder of Twin Cities Pride and Roxanne Anderson, founder of Power to the People, about the 50th anniversary of the Pride festival in the Twin Cities.
by Tom Crann, Megan Burks and Sam Stroozas

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In Minnesota, emotions high after Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade

In Minnesota, emotions high after Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade

Supporters and opponents of legalized abortion in Minnesota reacted swiftly Friday to the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, with opponents cheering the news and abortion rights advocates vowing to keep abortion legal in Minnesota.
by MPR News Staff

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