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In polarized times, these Minnesota legislators want to restore civility at the state Capitol

In polarized times, these Minnesota legislators want to restore civility at the state Capitol

This year’s legislative session started with a lot of vitriol between DFLers and Republicans. But a bipartisan group of legislators is trying to get both sides to be more collaborative and civil.
by Catharine Richert

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Northstar train ridership dip leads to rethinking of commuter transit

Northstar train ridership dip leads to rethinking of commuter transit

The Minnesota Department of Transportation and the Metropolitan Council are studying replacing the Northstar commuter train line with buses. MPR News host Tom Crann spoke to the author of the report driving some of this rethinking.
by Tom Crann and Gretchen Brown

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Eating disorders remain a hidden struggle in performing arts

Eating disorders remain a hidden struggle in performing arts

Body image pressures in the entertainment industry contribute to the prevalence of eating disorders, while organizations like the Emily Program work to expand awareness and treatment access for diverse groups.
by Jacob Aloi

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Theater Mu meets the political moment with a world premiere play 

Theater Mu meets the political moment with a world premiere play 

Theater Mu’s world premiere of “Fifty Boxes of Earth,” a play by Ankita Raturi reimagining Dracula through themes of xenophobia, colonialism and trans identity, faces political scrutiny and potential funding loss under federal DEI rollbacks.
by Jacob Aloi

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USAID cuts will impact Minnesota farmers

USAID cuts will impact Minnesota farmers

MPR News host Tom Crann spoke with Gary Wertish, president of the Minnesota Farmer’s Union. Wertish and his family farm in Renville County.
by Tom Crann and Gretchen Brown

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DFL, GOP team up on bills to battle absenteeism in Minnesota schools

DFL, GOP team up on bills to battle absenteeism in Minnesota schools

Minnesota lawmakers this week are moving forward on five bills aimed at addressing chronic absenteeism in Minnesota schools, and DFLers and Republicans are working together on policy solutions.  
by Elizabeth Shockman

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Federal freeze on energy and climate funding causing concern, confusion in Minnesota

Federal freeze on energy and climate funding causing concern, confusion in Minnesota

Some of the money has been released since federal judges ordered the funding to be unfrozen. But weatherization programs and rebates for home efficiency upgrades are still on hold. State and local officials say a lack of communication has led to confusion and uncertainty.
by Dan Kraker

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