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Latino sexual assault survivor advocates grapple with César Chavez's legacy
On a day that used to celebrate Chavez on his birthday, March 31, Minnesota-based Latino sexual assault survivor advocacy group Esperanza United is instead turning to support survivors.
Morning Announcements for March 31
These are the Morning Announcements for Tuesday, March 31. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
When ICE surged into Minnesota in January, communities didn’t just face a legal issue. They faced a moral one. At a special North Star Journey Live event, faith leaders who were on the front lines reflect on what their communities experienced and discuss the importance of faith in the resistance.
Data shows three-quarters of ICE arrestees in Minnesota had no criminal record
The new data shows fewer than one-quarter of those arrested by immigration agents in Minnesota during Operation Metro Surge had a criminal conviction on their record. A little more than 13 percent of those arrested had pending criminal charges.
Meet the woman who helped revamp a Minneapolis food shelf
Sherri Green, the director of critical services at Sabathani Community Center, said that the biggest reward for her work is hearing “thank you.”
Last week, the WNBA and its players reached a landmark labor deal. Catharine Richert and her guests talk about what it means for the athletes, the game and the future of the league.
Partial pay for some Minnesota TSA agents is not enough, union says
Transportation Security Administration agents have gone more than six weeks without pay due to a federal government shutdown. MPR News host Clay Masters spoke with a local union representative who urged Congress to end the shutdown.
Hennepin Healthcare funding 'imperative,' says Senate leader as lawmakers pare down bills
When lawmakers return next week after a holiday break, they may have a slimmer docket of bills to consider. DFL Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy joined Morning Edition Monday with an update on what's ahead after a key deadline passed last Friday.