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St. Paul to introduce some of the strictest tobacco rules in the nation
The City Council on Wednesday will introduce a new ordinance that would set a $10 minimum price on a pack of cigarettes and ban coupons and other discounts at retail outlets, among other things.
Video shows Minneapolis police's aggressive actions during unrest
Newly released police body camera video shows an up-close look at how a group of Minneapolis police officers responded to the unrest following the murder of George Floyd. The footage was used as evidence in the case against a man who was tried and acquitted of shooting at police.
Most state workers get a COVID shot; tensions rise around those who haven't
Minnesota’s month-old vaccine policy for state employees has led most workers to attest to having their shots. But among those who haven’t been vaccinated, the implementation of a testing alternative is drawing criticism.
What’s on the ballot: The Minneapolis public safety charter amendment
In November, Minneapolis voters will say “yes” or “no” to replacing the Minneapolis Police Department with a new Department of Public Safety. Host Angela Davis speaks with a supporter and an opponent of the ballot measure and with MPR News reporter Jon Collins.
St. Kate is pushing to double number of BIPOC women in STEM fields in next 5 years
St. Catherine University in St. Paul is working to double the number of BIPOC leaders in science in the next five years. The private women’s college will host a town hall at 7 p.m. Wednesday, moderated by Minnesota Public Radio host Kerri Miller.
Understaffed and at capacity, Minnesota vet clinics are struggling to keep up
Like many industries during the pandemic, veterinary medicine has been hit hard by staff shortages and increased demand for services. Some vets are advising pet owners to book appointments far in advance and to be patient if they encounter stressed-out staff members.
What’s behind the staffing shortage in the service industry? 
If it seems like there's a help wanted sign in every business window, that's because the labor shortage in the service industry is real. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about its impact and why jobs are going unfilled. 
Climate-proof Duluth? Why the city is attracting 'climate migrants'
Two years ago, a Harvard professor identified Duluth as a potential destination for future “climate migrants” — people who leave their homes due to rising sea levels or climate-related extreme weather. While initially met with some skepticism from locals, some people have already moved to Duluth because of climate change. And more are looking to come.