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Why Minnesota needs more Black teachers

Why Minnesota needs more Black teachers

Representation matters. And that applies to the classroom as well. Coming up at 9 a.m. on Monday, MPR News host Angela Davis talks with teachers and the CEO of Black Men Teach, an organization that is focused on placing and retaining Black male teachers in the Twin Cities.
by Angela Davis and Nikhil Kumaran

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Ann Patchett lauds the romance of friendship in 'Whistler'

Ann Patchett lauds the romance of friendship in 'Whistler'

Ann Patchett returns to Big Books and Bold Ideas for a boisterous conversation with Kerri Miller about writing a novel within a novel, the romance of friendship and how Kate DiCamillo changed Patchett’s new novel, “Whistler.”
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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Drought conditions remain across Minnesota despite recent rain

Drought conditions remain across Minnesota despite recent rain

Moderate drought conditions expanded to 22 percent of the state landscape and severe drought expanded by 10 percent, climatologist Mark Seeley told MPR News.
by Cathy Wurzer

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'Guided by Gilbert' litter carries on Hortmans' legacy through service dogs

'Guided by Gilbert' litter carries on Hortmans' legacy through service dogs

One year after the deaths of Melissa and Mark Hortman and their dog Gilbert, Helping Paws is honoring their legacy through a new generation of service dogs. The "Guided by Gilbert" litter will train to support veterans and first responders with PTSD.
by Nina Moini and Ellen Finn

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'She sat 2 seats away from me': Rep. Erin Koegel reflects on Hortman assassination anniversary

'She sat 2 seats away from me': Rep. Erin Koegel reflects on Hortman assassination anniversary

Nearly one year after Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman's assassination, Rep. Koegel spoke with MPR News host Clay Masters on “All Things Considered” about her reflections on the past year.
by Clay Masters and Gretchen Brown

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'She's still here:' Rep. Kristin Bahner honors Melissa Hortman's legacy in her work and life

'She's still here:' Rep. Kristin Bahner honors Melissa Hortman's legacy in her work and life

State Rep. Kristin Bahner says she never doubted whether she would continue serving in public office even after the attacks on two lawmakers a year ago. In part, because she wanted to honor the legacy of her late colleague, former House Speaker Melissa Hortman.
by Nina Moini and Alanna Elder

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As drought deepens, southwestern Minnesota farmer fears the long-term toll

As drought deepens, southwestern Minnesota farmer fears the long-term toll

In far southwestern Minnesota, in Rock County, Wednesday’s storms missed cattle rancher and farmer Peter Bakken’s land altogether, and he told Morning Edition the lingering drought has him worried about the health of his crops and cows.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Morning Announcements for June 11

Morning Announcements for June 11

These are the Morning Announcements for Thursday, June 11. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
by MPR News Staff

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Experts on uptick in political assassinations and polarization in recent years

Experts on uptick in political assassinations and polarization in recent years

Immediately after the shootings of two state lawmakers, some called it part of the rise in political violence they have been observing for some time across the country. Minnesota Now host Nina Moini spoke again with two of those experts a year after the attacks.
by Nina Moini and Ngoc Bui

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