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This year's Eid al-Fitr arrives with several firsts
Today marks the end of Ramadan and the beginning of Eid al-Fitr for many Minnesotans. And this year, there were some notable differences. Many school districts gave students the day off for the first time, while a special service was offered for new arrivals from Afghanistan.
Encore presentation: Science journalist Ed Yong on how animals sense the world
Animal Month on Big Books and Bold Ideas wouldn’t be complete without an encore presentation of a conversation host Kerri Miller had last year with award-winning science journalist Ed Yong. His book, “An Immense World,” looks at how different animals see the world, based on their unique sensory abilities.
Snow and rain conclude a week of already heavy precipitation
With recent floods across the state and rain topping off the week, MPR News host Cathy Wurzer catches up with retired University of Minnesota climatologist and meteorologist Mark Seeley to discuss the wet weather and what lies ahead.
Understanding police mental health following traumatic incidents
When an officer is injured or killed in the line of duty, it can have a large effect on others in law enforcement that is not immediately evident. The recent death of Pope County Deputy Sheriff Josh Owen has prompted this discussion.
This family moved to Minnesota to access gender-affirming care. More might soon
Wes Samuelson and his 11-year-old child Liz moved to Duluth from Wyoming in 2020 after they could not get access to gender-affirming care. “The reality is trans health care saves lives,” Samuelson said.
The Prairie Chicken Society: Celebrating and protecting a prairie icon
The Minnesota Prairie Chicken Society celebrates 50 years of working to protect the iconic prairie species. Once abundant, the prairie chicken is now mostly found in a small area of western Minnesota.