MPR News with Angela Davis

Minnesota is facing a shortage of teachers of color as the student population continues to get more diverse.

MPR News host Angela Davis spoke with two guests about why it's important for an orchestra to have a good music director — and what makes a good one.

Sheila E., known for her percussion work and her collaborations with Prince as well jazz artists like George Duke, will perform at First Ave on her birthday, Dec. 12.

Dr. John Noseworthy retires from the top post at Mayo Clinic this month after setting some major changes in motion.

Kids are gross. How do you keep your kid's germs from infecting others?

As we reported on the show last week, state officials project Minnesota will have a $1.5 billion dollar budget surplus over the next two years. Now we're asking Minnesotans: What do you think we should DO with that surplus?

Parents, this show is for you. How did you deal with your toddlers? And what are you doing to raise your teens?

Minnesota can be a tough place for professionals of color. Employees of color report all sorts of reasons living and working in Minnesota is a challenge. Meanwhile, the state is known for having some of the highest racial disparities in the country.

When it comes to getting your news, where do you go? Who do you trust?

State data released Thursday show incoming Gov. Tim Walz will have a surplus to work with when he begins preparing a new two-year budget in January. But it won't necessarily make lawmakers' jobs easier next year.