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Appetites | Climate Cast

St. Paul tries free college prep for grads needing a boost

St. Paul tries free college prep for grads needing a boost

A St. Paul school known more for its GED classes has become a home for students getting ready to take on college but still needing some help.
by Solvejg Wastvedt

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Minn., N.D. governors seek common ground on flood control

Minn., N.D. governors seek common ground on flood control

Mark Dayton and Doug Burgum have spoken twice since a federal judge stopped construction of the $2.2 billion Red River diversion, and they're hoping to resolve the dispute together.
by Dan Gunderson

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Relax: Sitting at your desk job won't kill you

Relax: Sitting at your desk job won't kill you

Recent media reports suggesting that daily chair-sitting can be fatal lack crucial context, MPR News' regular medical analyst says.
by MPR News Staff

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Booming wolf population puts wildlife experts on notice

Booming wolf population puts wildlife experts on notice

With Minnesota's wolf population estimated to be on the rise, some wildlife managers are concerned about these same wolves targeting domestic animals for food.
by John Enger

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3rd travel ban has grave consequences for MN Somalis

3rd travel ban has grave consequences for MN Somalis

Under the president's new order, Minnesota Somalis won't be able to sponsor their relatives overseas for green cards.
by Riham Feshir

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Minnesota schools say new pre-K money will help meet rising need

Minnesota schools say new pre-K money will help meet rising need

The Legislature this year backed $70 million in new spending on three of the state's main early education programs. School districts say there's plenty of need for the cash. New opportunities for free preschool are in high demand.
by Solvejg Wastvedt

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Climate Cast: Unnatural disasters

Climate Cast: Unnatural disasters

Climate and hurricane expert Kerry Emanuel discussed how climate change is increasing the physical limits of hurricane wind speeds.
by Paul Huttner

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Appetites: The wild rice harvest is on

Appetites: The wild rice harvest is on

Food writer Beth Dooley joined the show to discuss the harvest and share a recipe for wild rice salad.
by MPR News Staff

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At Blackout Improv, comedy wrestles with tragedy

At Blackout Improv, comedy wrestles with tragedy

Blackout's shows have become a platform for talking about the beauty and complexity of black life.
by Marianne Combs

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