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Inside the U’s baby science research lab, a look at how the world learns  
The University of Minnesota Child Brain and Perception Lab explores how infants and toddlers make sense of the people around them. MPR News spent a day recently at the lab watching one of the “pilot babies” discover their world.
Going to Art-A-Whirl? You can help build a sculpture of a city with over 300 pounds of clay
Art-A-Whirl, the weekend-long art crawl May 15-17, is filled with hundreds of hands-on experiences in northeast Minneapolis. At Aldo Moroni Studios, whirlers can help fill up a mountainous city with miniature clay houses and creatures.
Minnesota lawmakers deal as 2026 session nears end
MPR News host Clay Masters and the politics team recap a week in state politics and the remaining days of the legislative session.
Minnesota budget deal offers $205 million lifeline to HCMC
Lawmakers are finalizing the details of the agreement, but they plan to direct $205 million from the state's general fund to stabilize HCMC's funding for this year.
MN Shortlist May 15-21: Art-A-Whirl, myths in Winona and immersive theater in a mansion
Here are our recommendations for what to see at one of the biggest Minneapolis art events of the year, as well as a look at theater, music, art exhibits and other events throughout the state.
Omaha's U.S. House race tests candidates' ability to reach beyond party lines
Omaha, Neb., is home to a toss-up Congressional race this year. Voters have shown a willingness to vote for moderate candidates from both parties, but has the definition of a moderate now changed?
These 70 violins tell the stories of Holocaust survivors, now they’re touring Minnesota
For decades, an Israel-based father-son team have been recovering and repairing violins played by Jewish musicians that survived the Holocaust. Through June, those violins are touring the state. Local musicians will play the instruments and many are on view for exhibitions.