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As debate rages over coverage, rural Minnesotans face challenges getting fertility care
For many rural Minnesotans getting treatments is still really hard and expensive. The stark reality is 1 in 6 in the state are currently experiencing infertility, and for those living outside the metro, treatment options are especially limited. 
 St. Cloud Somali community seeks political influence, but not all share same views
More than two decades since the first East African refugees settled in St. Cloud, some community members are seeking a more active role in government and politics. But their political views are varied.
Foster care placement case puts Minnesota Native twins at center of ICWA controversy
The Minnesota Supreme Court heard oral arguments today in a case concerning the foster care placement of two Native children who were removed from their mother. The decision in this state Supreme Court case could have implications for the federal Indian Child Welfare Act and the Minnesota Indian Family Preservation Act.
September reaches historic statewide average temperature
MPR News host Cathy Wurzer spoke with meteorologist and climatologist Mark Seeley about the dry and warm conclusion to September during their weekly weather chat.
A deeper look at Walz's China ties ahead of Tuesday's debate
Gov. Tim Walz used to brag about his deep experience in China earlier in his political career. But now that he’s running for vice president, his campaign barely mentions it. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer dove deeper into the story with Curtis Gilbert, senior editor with APM Reports.
Burnsville shooting victim among 5 added to St. Paul fallen firefighter memorial
Five columns were added to the Minnesota Fallen Firefighters Memorial to commemorate those who have died in the line of duty, including Adam Finseth of Burnsville who was killed in February.