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After several years of July Fourth violence, law enforcement step up safety measures in Minneapolis
Minneapolis police are planning for large crowds for multiple events this July Fourth weekend, and they hope to avoid a repeat of the mayhem that plagued the last three Independence Day holidays.
Morning Announcements for July 2
These are the Morning Announcements for Wednesday, July 2. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
Closing the gaps in mental health care
How do you respond when someone asks, “How are you doing?” MPR News host Angela Davis talk with the leaders of three agencies that address mental health needs. What’s holding people back from getting the help they need?
Morning Announcements for June 30 and July 1
These are the Morning Announcements for Monday, June 30 and Tuesday, July 1. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
Despite ceasefire, some Iranians in Minnesota uncertain about future
More than two weeks after Israeli missile strikes on Iran triggered a deadly war, a ceasefire between the two countries seems to hold.  For some Iranians in Minnesota, the news brings cautious relief — but also deep concern for loved ones back home and uncertainty about what comes next.
More than a story: Minnesota researcher explores the power of fairy tales on children
Fairy tales are more than magical stories. They’re portals that help children and adults better understand their world. MPR News spoke with a Minnesotan who’s a renowned researcher on the subject of fairy tales and how they help young children navigate their lives.
Minneapolis renovation uncovers century-old Gold Medal Flour advertisement
A Minneapolis couple discovered a giant advertisement for Gold Medal Flour on the side of their house during a home renovation project. Now, the owners are balancing preserving the historical gem with practical maintenance concerns.
Cuts to unique disability waiver program leave questions for disabled Minnesotans
The state Legislature voted to cut funding for nursing homes and the state’s disability waivers system to help balance the budget. Lawmakers say the cuts will “slow the growth” of Minnesota’s disability waiver program.