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Eight Minnesotans in court for taking part in Jan. 6 insurrection

Eight Minnesotans in court for taking part in Jan. 6 insurrection

Eight Minnesotans are among the more than 600 people charged with taking part in the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. MPR News reporter Matt Sepic gave host Cathy Wurzer a rundown on who is involved and what’s happening.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Minnesota Humanities Center water exhibit to hit the road in 2022

The Minnesota Humanities Center “We Are Water Minnesota” traveling exhibit will show up cities like St. Paul, Winona, Fergus Falls and Lake City in 2022 as an interactive display that gives folks the chance to explore what water means in Minnesota — and how we can all do a better job protecting it.
by Cathy Wurzer and Kelly Gordon

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Mental health care for men

Mental health care for men

It’s hard to be a person. That’s the title of a new book by musician Brett Newski. It’s about his struggle with anxiety and the pitfalls of being a man today. Host Angela Davis speaks to Newski and two therapists specializing in men’s mental health.
by Angela Davis and Susan Davis

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N. West Moss' new memoir centers on infertility and legacy

N. West Moss' new memoir centers on infertility and legacy

A memoir about heartache and healing, N. West Moss’ new book, “Flesh & Blood,” opens up a conversation with the millions of women who live with infertility and loss. Moss talked to host Kerri Miller on Friday about the book and her infertility journey.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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COVID disconnect? As cases climbed, Minnesotans dropped their guard, officials say

COVID disconnect? As cases climbed, Minnesotans dropped their guard, officials say

Minnesota has hit COVID-19 case numbers not seen since last winter and dozens are still dying of the virus every week. And yet health officials say many people are behaving as if the pandemic isn’t a threat.
by Peter Cox

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Museum exhibit documents human toll of freeway construction in Minneapolis

Museum exhibit documents human toll of freeway construction in Minneapolis

A museum exhibit that opened this fall in Minneapolis explores how the cost of building Interstate 35W a half-century ago was much more than just financial. It also cut through the heart of vibrant neighborhoods — displacing residents, and communities of color in particular.
by Sonja Kleven

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Fiona McCrae of Graywolf Press looks back on 27 years of a job well done

Fiona McCrae of Graywolf Press looks back on 27 years of a job well done

After 27 years at the helm of the influential Graywolf Press, Fiona McCrae recently announced her retirement. She spoke to host Cathy Wurzer about how she grew the small, independent Twin Cities literary press and what she's looking forward to doing next.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alex Cheng

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Why is drawing with chalk on the sidewalk now illegal in Anoka?

Why is drawing with chalk on the sidewalk now illegal in Anoka?

In Anoka, drawing with chalk on the sidewalk is now against the law, thanks to a sweeping ordinance passed by the Anoka City Council. As councilmember Erik Skogquist explained to host Cathy Wurzer, the policy isn't aimed at kids in the street — it's actually part of a debate about private opinions being expressed on public property.
by Cathy Wurzer and Kelly Gordon

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