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Yanez trial begins at a time when charges against officers are rare

Yanez trial begins at a time when charges against officers are rare

It's rare for a police officer to face charges for killing someone while on duty. But in Minnesota this week, St. Anthony officer Jeronimo Yanez faces charges in the shooting death of Philando Castile.
by Jon Collins

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Chastity Brown gave her new album the time it needed

Chastity Brown gave her new album the time it needed

Much of "Silhouette of Sirens" was recorded three years ago, but it didn't feel right. Now it does.
by Euan Kerr

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Falcon Heights watches as trial nears for officer who shot Philando Castile

Falcon Heights watches as trial nears for officer who shot Philando Castile

Jury selection begins Tuesday for St. Anthony police officer Jeronimo Yanez, who's charged with manslaughter in the killing of Philando Castile during a traffic stop last summer.
by Matt Sepic

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Sex Pistols caused a stir in Britain 40 years ago

Today's Morning Edition music is from "God Save the Queen" by the Sex Pistols which was released 40 years ago this week.
by MPR News Staff

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Minnesota Twins: True contender or still a pretender?

The first place Minnesota Twins begin a three-game series against Tampa Bay tonight at Target Field. Fourty-three games into the season, the Twins have spent more time in first place than any other team in the American League Central.
by MPR News Staff

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Wet weather breaks some records in Minnesota

MPR's Cathy Wurzer spoke with University of Minnesota Climatologist Mark Seeley about a recent spell of wet weather in Minnesota, with some locations breaking precipitation records.
by MPR News Staff

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Racially diverse theater company comes 'Full Circle'

Racially diverse theater company comes 'Full Circle'

Full Circle Theater Company is embracing diversity on stage, in the front office and in the audience. The company is launching three weeks of performances, starting Thursday night at St. Paul's Penumbra Theatre.
by Marianne Combs

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Could bass be the next boon for Mille Lacs?

Could bass be the next boon for Mille Lacs?

Mille Lacs Lake has long been known for its great walleye fishing. But with walleye numbers in decline and a catch-and-release limit in effect, state and local officials are trying to promote the lake's smallmouth bass population.
by Kirsti Marohn

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74 Seconds podcast: 'The whole world is watching Minnesota'

74 Seconds podcast: 'The whole world is watching Minnesota'

After Philando Castile's death, people marched, they chanted, they camped out in front of the governor's mansion. But no one was sure what would happen next.
by MPR News Staff

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