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MPR News with Tom Weber

Tom Weber, a reporter and host at MPR News for a decade, resigned effective June 22, 2018. You can find his work covering the people and places of Minnesota here.
https://www.mpr.org/about/people/tweber

P.D.Q. Bach creator on making classical music accessible

P.D.Q. Bach creator on making classical music accessible

If you think classical music is stuffy or overly serious, meet Peter Schickele.

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Avian flu samples flood U's vet lab as outbreak escalates

Avian flu samples flood U's vet lab as outbreak escalates

Around 700,000 turkeys in Minnesota have died of the virus, or have been destroyed to prevent its spread.
by Riham Feshir

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How to find your work-life balance while raising kids

How to find your work-life balance while raising kids

Listen to two guests talk about the challenges faced by Minnesota parents and offer advice on how to decide what's best for your family.

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Sports roundup: Twins kick off season, Wild on cusp of playoffs

Sports roundup: Twins kick off season, Wild on cusp of playoffs

It's a big week for sports fans in our region. We have a round-up for Minnesota sports fans and casual observers alike.

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What will it take to end AIDS pandemic?

What will it take to end AIDS pandemic?

Minnesota still sees about 300 new HIV infections every year. And around the world, around 35 million people are living with HIV.

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7 things to do in Minnesota state parks this season

7 things to do in Minnesota state parks this season

Pat Arndt, Minnesota State Parks and Trails communications and outreach manager, offers ideas and tips for your spring and summer adventures.
by Emily Kaiser

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What's the role of artists in a healthy community?

What's the role of artists in a healthy community?

Listen to three artists talk about their work at the intersection of arts and health. They explore self-awareness, our comfort with mortality and our connections to our cultural heritage.

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Your avian flu questions, answered

Your avian flu questions, answered

Minnesota is the nation's top turkey producer, raising about 46 million birds each year and employing 3,900 people in the state.

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Can lower speeds prevent crude oil train derailments?

Can lower speeds prevent crude oil train derailments?

Listen to BNSF Spokesperson Michael Trevino discuss the safety measures announced this week.

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How the University of Minnesota handles sexual assault

How the University of Minnesota handles sexual assault

While federal law requires universities to immediately address complaints of sexual harassment or assault, it provides little guidance on how to do so. Listen to the discussion.

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