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Minnesota high school seniors are getting college acceptance letters, without ever applying
More than 50 colleges and universities in the state participate in the Direct Admissions program, which automatically admits Minnesota graduating high school seniors based on their academic records. Throughout October, students have been learning which schools they got into.
The power of good credit: Understanding and improving your credit score
What’s your credit score? And why does it matter? MPR News guest host Catharine Richert talks with a financial coach about how your credit can open doors — or quietly cost you thousands — and what habits can build better credit. 
‘This is now our mission forever’: Father of Annunciation survivor pushes for change
Ivan Ayala has three kids who attend Annunciation Catholic School. His 7-year-old son was injured during the mass shooting two months ago. Ayala, along with other parents, is now dedicated to making sure it never happens again.
 ICE arrests, anti-immigrant sentiment cast pall over Minnesota’s Dia de los Muertos celebrations
As Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem visited Minnesota on Friday to highlight the Trump administration's immigration crackdown, Latinos across the state are moving forward with plans to celebrate their culture and family heritage with Dia de los Muertos celebrations this weekend.
Eagan case of alleged 'grooming' patterns raises questions about school policies and systems
An MPR News investigation into a former high school music teacher raises questions about Minnesota’s system of laws and procedures designed to prevent inappropriate relationships between teachers and students.
Two candidates vie for DFL endorsement in race to become next Minnesota U.S. senator
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and U.S. Rep. Angie Craig joined Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition to talk about their ambitions to win the DFL Party endorsement in Minnesota’s 2026 U.S. Senate race.
Anna North's new novel sees an ancient body as sacred treasure in 'Bog Queen'
When a body emerges from a Scottish bog, a forensic scientist must learn how the young woman lived and died, in Anna North’s new novel “Bog Queen.”