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Minnesota Now with Nina Moini

Minnesota Now with Nina Moini
Minnesota Now with Nina Moini
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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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AI in schools: St. Paul teacher says it's 'like bringing a forklift to the gym'

AI in schools: St. Paul teacher says it's 'like bringing a forklift to the gym'

An English teacher at Humboldt High School in St. Paul spoke to MPR News host Nina Moini about his hopes and disappointments surrounding the progression of artificial intelligence in classrooms.
by Nina Moini and Ellen Finn

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A pediatrician explains 'confusing' vaccine guidelines, health equity impacts

A pediatrician explains 'confusing' vaccine guidelines, health equity impacts

While the federal government’s approach to vaccines is quickly changing, states like Minnesota have launched new vaccine policies that are focused on health equity. Pediatrician Dr. Nathan Chomilo explained how pediatricians are responding to state and federal guidance.
by Nina Moini and Alanna Elder

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House DFLers pick Stephenson for next leader following Melissa Hortman’s assassination

House DFLers pick Stephenson for next leader following Melissa Hortman’s assassination

Rep. Zack Stephenson of Coon Rapids was chosen to become House DFL leader almost three months after former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband were killed in a political assassination.
by Dana Ferguson

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20 years of the national suicide crisis hotline: Minnesota 988 meets you 'wherever you're at'

20 years of the national suicide crisis hotline: Minnesota 988 meets you 'wherever you're at'

In 2024, preliminary data from the Minnesota Department of Health shows that 988 Minnesota Lifeline Centers answered 90,080 contacts, a 75 percent increase from 2023.
by Nina Moini and Ellen Finn

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