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Ticks are emerging. Experts warn of rare but deadly vector-borne virus on the rise
Epidemiologist Elizabeth Schiffman, who supervises the Vectorborne Diseases Unit at the Minnesota Department of Health, joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition with information to prevent infection and keep people safe.
Attorney for Minnesota students suing ICE says more lawsuits to follow in coming days
At least three international students in Minnesota have filed lawsuits saying ICE and the Department of Homeland Security unlawfully terminated their legal student statuses.
St. Paul's Xcel Energy Center to get new name
After a quarter-century of hosting games, tournaments, concerts and conventions, St. Paul’s Xcel Energy Center will soon have a new name.
Influential U of M public health professor resigns amid plagiarism allegations
Rachel Hardeman’s work catapulted her to prominence following the murder of George Floyd in 2020. A St. Louis researcher, however, says Hardeman copied her work. Hardeman denies it. A University of Minnesota dean told faculty on Monday that Hardeman will leave the U on May 14.
Coach Reeve on WNBA draft, Paige Bueckers and hopes for Lynx this season
As Minnesota’s own Paige Bueckers heads to the Lone Star State, the Minnesota Lynx are welcoming four new additions. Cheryl Reeve, head coach and president of basketball operations, joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition Tuesday to talk about the draft, the upcoming season and the boom in women’s sports interest.