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As ‘Arrowsmith’ turns 100, Sinclair Lewis’ medical tale couldn’t be more timely
Literary and medical experts will gather next week in Lewis’ hometown of Sauk Centre, Minn., to discuss his Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. The story of an idealistic doctor struggling with ethical questions about medicine and scientific research remains as relevant today as it was when it was published in 1925.
Ramsey County sheriff calls for security improvements at the Capitol
At the beginning of the 2025 legislative session, Ramsey County Sheriff Bob Fletcher called for increased security at the Capitol. Following the assassination and attempted assassination of two state lawmakers and their spouses in June, he’s ringing the alarm bell once again.
How will Medicaid cuts affect Minnesota nursing homes?
Toby Pearson, president and CEO of Care Providers of Minnesota, joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition to break down what these funding gaps mean for seniors, their families and care providers.
Morning Announcements for July 10
These are the Morning Announcements for Thursday, July 10. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
She lost her government job, but gained a government dog named Party Pants
A former Minnesota U.S. Forest Service employee who lost her job in a mass federal layoff by the Trump administration is learning to navigate life with her new adopted husky, a retired sled dog from Denali National Park.
Couple admits submitting hundreds of fake voter registration forms
A former Minnesota resident appeared in federal court this week and admitted filling out hundreds of fraudulent voter registration applications. 58-year-old Ronnie Williams and Lorraine Lee Combs —his 57-year-old romantic partner— were charged with conspiracy to engage in voter registration fraud last month.
Morning Announcements for July 9
These are the Morning Announcements for Wednesday, July 9. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
‘Big beautiful bill’ won’t kill clean energy in Minnesota, but will make it more costly
President Trump’s massive budget bill eliminates tax credits and incentives for small and large-scale solar and wind projects in Minnesota, and is projected to increase electricity bills across the state.
UCare cuts will leave thousands of Minnesotans without health insurance this fall
The Minnesota Star Tribune’s Christopher Snowbeck has been following what this means for patients and families and joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition with the latest.
Morning Announcements for July 8
These are the Morning Announcements for Tuesday, July 8. Tell us what you’re celebrating!