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What does Mpls. police reform look like when staffing levels stay the same?
Host Angela Davis checked in with reporter Brandt Williams about what the Minneapolis police budget means for reform efforts. Then later in the hour, Davis spoke with MPR senior economics contributor Chris Farrell about the latest news on the economy.
Wesley Morris on culture, movies and being a critic
MPR News’ Angela Davis talks with critic and podcast host Wesley Morris about his work, politics and his picks for the top performances of 2020. 
How to best set up your home as the pandemic drags on
Months into the pandemic, our homes have turned into offices and classrooms. How do you maintain a relaxing living space amid the chaos?
Even during a pandemic, doctors say physical activity is crucial for your health
At a time when more people are staying at home, the World Health Organization recommends finding ways to be physically active and limit the amount of time you spend sitting.  
A closer look at Indigenous Minnesotans making history
In November, MPR News introduced you to Indigenous Minnesotans who are making positive change in their community. We heard from a few of them on their hopes for the future.
Can Minnesota close gaps and lead in early childhood development?
As part of the annual conference for Little Moments Count — an initiative focused on early childhood development — advocates highlighted how racial disparities and COVID-19 are affecting families with young children and what Minnesota needs to do to close the gaps.
Shaking up your quarantine cooking habits
MPR News host Angela Davis talks with New York Times food columnist and cookbook author Melissa Clark for ideas to spice up our quarantine cooking as the days get colder and darker.
Progress report: 3 months into the school year, how are Minnesota’s students and teachers doing?
Minnesota’s school children returned for the fall semester three months ago. But like most of this year, it has been far from normal. How is it going? What can we expect next semester?