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Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty discusses reassignment of juvenile case to state attorney general

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty discusses reassignment of juvenile case to state attorney general

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty campaigned on a desire to reform the juvenile justice system. Now, four months into the job, her platform is getting its first big test — in the case of two teenagers charged with killing a 23-year-old woman in her Brooklyn Park apartment. She talks about it with MPR News host Cathy Wurzer.
by Cathy Wurzer, Gretchen Brown and Alanna Elder

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How Minnesota peer support groups are bolstering mental health

How Minnesota peer support groups are bolstering mental health

“You are not alone” is a sentiment that has helped some Minnesotans cope with their mental health challenges in peer-to-peer support groups. MPR News host Angela Davis speaks with two Minnesotans who have been to support groups themselves about how they help and what new members can expect.

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Listen to the first episode of the North Shore's 'It Happens Here' podcast

‘It Happens Here: The Roots of Racial Inequity on the North Shore,’ is a series examining the history and present of racism on the north shore for WTIP North Shore Community Radio in Grand Marais. It recently won the Midwest Broadcast Journalists Association award for best radio series.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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'What I Eat in a Day' videos show a curated, disordered eating view, says Minnesota nutritionist

'What I Eat in a Day' videos show a curated, disordered eating view, says Minnesota nutritionist

“What I Eat in a Day” videos have millions of views on TikTok and Instagram. They can be a window into another person’s fridge and their life. But at times, the videos promote dangerously extreme calorie deficits and prolonged fasting. 
by Cathy Wurzer and Gretchen Brown

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Potential record high temperatures in Minnesota this week — but will the warm weather last?

Potential record high temperatures in Minnesota this week — but will the warm weather last?

Minnesota weather has turned summery seemingly overnight. MPR’s Chief Meteorologist Paul Huttner joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to talk about this week’s high, possible record breaking temperatures, how long the warmth will last, last frost dates and rising flood risks.
by Cathy Wurzer and Paul Huttner

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Indus school in northern Minnesota community awaits final decision on closure

Indus school in northern Minnesota community awaits final decision on closure

A small community nestled near the Canadian border west of International Falls may learn as soon as Wednesday evening if it will lose its school. Supporters say Indus School in Baudette is a vital learning oasis for local families. However, the South Koochiching-Rainy River School Board says it’s losing pupils and money.
by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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College is now free for young Minnesotans who were in foster care as teens

College is now free for young Minnesotans who were in foster care as teens

For the first time, Minnesota is helping young adults who experienced foster care at any point after turning 13 pay for the full cost of attending public, private and tribal colleges here.
by Nicole Ki

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New report examines U of M history of mistreating Native Americans and outlines recommendations for improving relations

New report examines U of M history of mistreating Native Americans and outlines recommendations for improving relations

Tribal and University of Minnesota researchers released a report Tuesday that details a long history of mistreatment of Native people by the university. Native leaders say this is the first time a major American university has critically examined its history with native people. MPR News reporter Dan Kraker has more on the Towards Recognition and University-Tribal Healing, or TRUTH, project.
by Cathy Wurzer, Dan Kraker and Melissa Olson

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