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How ICE's presence is affecting health care in Minnesota
Fear of federal immigration operations is keeping some people from seeing doctors and getting care. MPR News guest host Catharine Richert talks about how providers are responding and what that means for public health. 
Minnesotans provide a surge of help to immigrant neighbors
Many immigrants in Minnesota are afraid to leave their homes. MPR News guest host Catharine Richert talks about the surge in volunteers providing groceries, rides, rent money and other practical help.
When immigration enforcement and religious conviction collide
People of faith have different opinions about how to respond to moral and legal questions raised by immigration enforcement and protests. MPR News guest host Catharine Richert explores what happens when ICE and religion collide.
Supporting youth mental health during uncertain times
Federal immigration enforcement is affecting families across Minnesota. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about what children, teenagers and young adults are experiencing — and how adults can support their mental health.
Youth voices: Carrying Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy forward
Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. stood for justice, unity and hope. Join MPR News host Angela Davis on MLK Day. We’ll hear from young student leaders across Minnesota carrying King’s message into their communities. 
Power Pairs: Educator Angela Mansfield and artist Roosevelt Mansfield
Meet our first Power Pair of 2026. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with married couple Angela and Roosevelt Mansfield. She’s an educator. He’s a photographer and DJ. And they both care deeply about young people.
How research has improved cancer treatments
A cancer diagnosis today can be much different than it used to be. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about improvements in cancer treatments — including better drugs, surgical advances, precision radiation and immunotherapy.
Protecting yourself from misinformation: What to know and how to spot it
We’re surrounded by information, but not all of it is true. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about how technology is being used to mislead, what to question and how to avoid being fooled by fake images, videos and stories.