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Doing dim sum right: A brunch connoisseur shows a newbie around
You may think of eggs Benedict and mimosas when it comes to brunch — but what about shrimp dumplings and tea? That’s what dim sum is all about. And MPR News reporters Nicole Ki and Kyra Miles went out to find the best dim sum in town.
BCA identifies man it says killed Minneapolis police officer
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension has identified the man who officials say killed Minneapolis police officer Jamal Mitchell on Thursday.
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators rally at DFL convention
Demonstrators rallied outside the DFL convention in Duluth on Saturday calling for an end to the war in Gaza. Many delegates are withholding support to Democrats who refuse to call for an immediate cease-fire in the war between Israel and Hamas.
Class of 2024 reflects on tumultuous journey from 2020 to graduation
The class of 2024 may be one of the most unique college classes. They faced both a pandemic and a racial reckoning — many just as they were beginning college and leaving home for the first time. Now, with diploma in hand, they reflect on the tumultuous journey they made to walk across the stage on graduation day.
Minneapolis library offers books, but also snacks, socks and a safe space to sleep
Libraries have long had social workers embedded in them. The need for libraries to connect people with resources beyond books isn’t new, but the Minneapolis Central Library is engaging in an experiment that welcomes those experiencing homelessness and even offers a place to sleep.
U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar clinches DFL endorsement in reelection bid
The formal seal of approval from the party activists came after Minneapolis business agent Dan Engelhart tried to launch a bid from the floor but came up short. 
After 5 weeks, Feeding Our Future trial wraps with closing arguments
Since late 2022, federal prosecutors in Minnesota have charged dozens of people in connection with what they allege was a widespread conspiracy to steal $250 million by falsifying reimbursement requests for 18 million meals. Closing arguments are Monday.