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A Native-led nonprofit hopes for record turnout at the polls

A Native-led nonprofit hopes for record turnout at the polls

As the Native vote gets more attention, organizers with the Make Voting a Tradition campaign help community members learn about the issues, register to vote and hear from some of the candidates running for office.
by Allison Herrera

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Job Interview: Grief counselor helps kids and families heal after loss

Job Interview: Grief counselor helps kids and families heal after loss

In our “Job Interview” series, where we talk to everyday Minnesotans about the rewards and challenges of their work. Cara Mearns-Thompson is the clinical director and co-founder of The Grief Club of Minnesota.
by Lukas Levin

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Morning Announcements for Nov. 1

Morning Announcements for Nov. 1

Here are the morning announcements for Friday, Nov. 1, 2024.
by MPR News Staff

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Weirdly warm October ends with a snowy Halloween

Weirdly warm October ends with a snowy Halloween

Meteorologist and climatologist Mark Seeley spoke with MPR News host Cathy Wurzer about the record-high temperatures and much more in their weekly weather chat.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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These 2 people with felony records are voting in their 1st presidential election on Tuesday

These 2 people with felony records are voting in their 1st presidential election on Tuesday

Calvin Boswell, 35, and Mario Jackson, 41, both spent more than 10 years in prison. Now they’re looking forward to casting their first-ever vote in a presidential election on Nov. 5.
by Nicole Ki

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Southern Minnesota House District 18A’s history of flip-flopping attracts lots of outside funding 

Southern Minnesota House District 18A’s history of flip-flopping attracts lots of outside funding 

With a recent history of voting Republican during presidential elections and Democrat in the midterms, District 18A is attracting a lot of attention in the 2024 election. GOP hopeful Erica Schwartz is looking to unseat incumbent DFL Rep. Jeff Brand. He has won the seat twice with a loss in between.
by Hannah Yang

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Morning Announcements for Oct. 30-31

Morning Announcements for Oct. 30-31

Here are the morning announcements for Wednesday, Oct. 30, and Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024.
by MPR News Staff

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After 38 years of consistency, Winona-area House district to gain new lawmaker after intense race

After 38 years of consistency, Winona-area House district to gain new lawmaker after intense race

In politically-split Winona, two candidates are seeking to replace a longtime legislator. The outcome of the race could determine party control of the Minnesota House.
by Catharine Richert

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Multimillion-dollar ballot questions before Minnesota voters on Election Day

Multimillion-dollar ballot questions before Minnesota voters on Election Day

Some of the priciest local proposals before Minnesotans are in Stearns County, Cottage Grove and Richfield. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer was joined by Collegeville-based MPR correspondent Kirsti Marohn, Cottage Grove Journal publisher John McLoone and Mike Hanks, editor of the Bloomington-Richfield Sun Current on Wednesday to break down those ballot questions.
by Cathy Wurzer, Gracie Stockton and Kirsti Marohn

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