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Authors with banned books talk about protecting access to stories

Authors with banned books talk about protecting access to stories

To mark Banned Books Week, three young adult authors whose books have been banned join MPR News host Kerri Miller to talk about the importance of keeping a diverse selection of books available in public schools and libraries nationwide.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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Minnesotans with ties to Israel, Gaza react to war

Minnesotans with ties to Israel, Gaza react to war

The death toll among Israelis and Palestinians continues to climb as civilians bear the brunt of what has become a devastating war, and Minnesotans with ties for the region.
by MPR News Staff

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Stillwater state prison to open tattoo parlor, technician training program

Stillwater state prison to open tattoo parlor, technician training program

The program at the Minnesota Correctional Facility, Stillwater is part of an effort to cut down on the spread of diseases associated with underground tattooing among incarcerated people.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Men took over a job fair intended for women and nonbinary tech workers

Men took over a job fair intended for women and nonbinary tech workers

The Grace Hopper Celebration was designed to celebrate and uplift workers who are traditionally underrepresented in the tech industry. This year, men showed up in droves.
by Emily Olson

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Students across Minnesota walk or roll to school

Students across Minnesota walk or roll to school

Around 200 schools in Minnesota participated in Walk or Bike to School Day Wednesday to raise awareness for pedestrian safety and encourage students to be active.
by Kyra Miles

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