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State’s first Latina police chief is looking for ways to connect and serve

State’s first Latina police chief is looking for ways to connect and serve

This week, the small town of Le Sueur, between Mankato and the Twin Cities made history when it swore in Pilar Stier as its police chief. Stier is believed to be the state’s first Latina police chief. She spoke to All Things Considered host Tom Crann on her first day on the job about her new role. 
by Tom Crann and Megan Burks

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'I Am Betty' at History Theater brings Betty Crocker to life

'I Am Betty' at History Theater brings Betty Crocker to life

I Am Betty is a new musical at History Theater covering the history and impact of the iconic Betty Crocker figure, one who doesn’t exist and yet is very real to many. Cristina Luzárraga wrote the book and some of the lyrics. She gave us a look at the show on Appetites.
by Tom Crann and Ngoc Bui

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Soviet diaspora artists open two shows at Museum of Russian Art

Soviet diaspora artists open two shows at Museum of Russian Art

Two exhibitions at the Museum of Russian Art in Minneapolis showcase unique interpretations of traditional iconography and politically charged art, reflecting the artists’ Soviet diaspora experiences.
by Alex V. Cipolle

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Safiya Sinclair liberates herself in 'How to Say Babylon'

Safiya Sinclair liberates herself in 'How to Say Babylon'

In her new, haunting memoir, poet Safiya Sinclair recounts her childhood in Jamaica, where her father’s strict Rastafari religion kept her controlled and quiet. She is quiet no more.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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Minnesota fiddle builder brings new life to an old Norwegian folk instrument

Minnesota fiddle builder brings new life to an old Norwegian folk instrument

Master fiddle builder Bud Larsen is passing on his knowledge of the Hardanger fiddle to apprentices in the Fargo-Moorhead area. His work is creating a new generation of fiddle makers and players.
by Dan Gunderson

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Dry and warm November stands out against recent years

Dry and warm November stands out against recent years

According to retired meteorologist and climatologist Mark Seeley approximately two-thirds of days in the month were warmer than normal. and although it may not have felt like that warm, Thursday concluded one of the warmest Novembers since 1895.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lukas Levin

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U.S. report includes calls for Indigenous leadership and self-determination to fight climate change

U.S. report includes calls for Indigenous leadership and self-determination to fight climate change

The Indigenous peoples chapter of the latest National Climate Assessment lays out the specific ways climate change affects indigenous communities — and why indigenous leadership and self-determination are essential for addressing the climate crisis.
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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