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Minnesota Now with Nina Moini is journalism that doesn’t take itself too seriously. It’s reporting that puts people first with live, down-to-earth, unscripted interviews that aim to inform and entertain. Tune in to Minnesota Now weekdays at noon on the radio or the live audio stream at mprnews.org.

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The latest on COVID-19 reinfection rates in Minnesota

The latest on COVID-19 reinfection rates in Minnesota

The Minnesota Department of Health on Monday released new data showing more than 8,000 COVID re-infections. Host Cathy Wurzer asked a Mayo Clinic infectious disease specialist about it.
by Cathy Wurzer and Kelly Gordon

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How St. Paul parents view this year's school board election

How St. Paul parents view this year's school board election

In many statewide school board races, the hot points are COVID-19 precautions and how to talk about race. But in St. Paul — the second largest school district in the state — families have different priorities.
by Cathy Wurzer, Kelly Gordon and Melissa Townsend

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The pros and cons of releasing juror names and information

The pros and cons of releasing juror names and information

Susan Gaertner, former Ramsey County Attorney, spoke with Cathy Wurzer on Minnesota Now on Monday morning when Judge Peter Cahill released the names and questionnaires of jurors in the Derek Chauvin trial.
by Cathy Wurzer

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In 'Rural by Choice,' Cory Hepola explores the attraction of rural living

In 'Rural by Choice,' Cory Hepola explores the attraction of rural living

Radio host Cory Hepola writes, co-produces and hosts “Rural by Choice,” a docuseries that looks at why people choose to live in rural areas. He joined Minnesota Now to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of rural living.
by Cathy Wurzer and Kelly Gordon

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