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How to talk to kids about the Los Angeles wildfires and other climate crises

How to talk to kids about the Los Angeles wildfires and other climate crises

You can help reassure and inform children about the Los Angeles wildfires and broader climate concerns, with age-appropriate tips, expert insights and practical ways to ease eco-anxiety.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Morning Announcements for Jan. 23

Morning Announcements for Jan. 23

Here are the morning announcements for Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025.
by MPR News Staff

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Morning Announcements for Jan. 22

Morning Announcements for Jan. 22

Here are the morning announcements for Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025.
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The link between alcohol consumption and cancer risk

The link between alcohol consumption and cancer risk

MPR News guest host Catharine Richert talks about the U.S. Surgeon General’s recent advisory calling for expanding the warning label on alcohol to link it to an increased risk for some cancers.
by Catharine Richert and Cari Dwyer

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What cabinet appointments for Sean Duffy, Kristi Noem, and Doug Burgum could mean for Minnesota

What cabinet appointments for Sean Duffy, Kristi Noem, and Doug Burgum could mean for Minnesota

Three regional leaders—Doug Burgum, Kristi Noem, and Sean Duffy—are among President-elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet nominees. Their potential appointments could significantly influence Minnesota and neighboring states.
by Cathy Wurzer, Gracie Stockton and Matthew Alvarez

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First phase of Mankato’s supportive housing project receives $7.2 million state grant

First phase of Mankato’s supportive housing project receives $7.2 million state grant

Mankato is one of many communities around Minnesota facing challenges as people experience chronic homelessness. One barrier is the lack of affordable housing, but there are continuing efforts moving unhoused people into permanent supportive housing. 
by Hannah Yang

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House Democrats stick to work closer to home as row with Republicans persists at Minnesota Capitol

House Democrats stick to work closer to home as row with Republicans persists at Minnesota Capitol

Democrats in the Minnesota House are boycotting the Capitol over a disagreement about the power Republicans should hold given a temporary advantage there. They’re doing events in their districts instead.
by Dana Ferguson

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After 100 years of waiting, a Latino Museum is proposed for St. Paul

After 100 years of waiting, a Latino Museum is proposed for St. Paul

The Minnesota Latino Leadership Alliance is advocating for a proposed Minnesota Latino Museum, aiming to raise $20 million for a cultural center in St. Paul’s historic West Side Flats, with hopes to open by 2029 to celebrate and preserve Latino arts, heritage and community.
by Alex V. Cipolle

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Could winter-hardy crops fuel airline flights of the future? U of M researchers think it’s possible

Could winter-hardy crops fuel airline flights of the future? U of M researchers think it’s possible

Researchers at the University of Minnesota have been studying winter oilseed crops that can be turned into sustainable aviation fuel and provide other environmental benefits. Interest in SAF has been on the rise as the airline industry looks to reduce its carbon emissions.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Minnesotans among those pardoned for Jan. 6 riots on President Trump’s first day

Minnesotans among those pardoned for Jan. 6 riots on President Trump’s first day

The president’s move halted a trial for two southern Minnesota men that had been underway in Washington D.C., and it erased the criminal convictions of another seven people who took part in the insurrection.
by Matt Sepic

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