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March 20, 2023 4:00 AM

Meet the first Gen Z Republican elected to the Minnesota Legislature

Rep. Elliott Engen, 24, took office in January in the Minnesota House of Representatives representing Lino Lakes, Circle Pines, North Oaks, Centerville and White Bear Township.

by Feven Gerezgiher

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March 19, 2023 6:00 AM

South Korea has the world's lowest fertility rate, a struggle with lessons for us all

South Korea's government has moved aggressively to encourage more childbirth, but its ongoing struggles point to the complexity of a challenge that is only becoming more salient around the world.

by Ashley Ahn

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March 19, 2023 4:33 AM

Opioids are devastating Cherokee families. The tribe has a $100 million plan to heal

The fentanyl crisis is hitting young people hard, and the highest death rates are in Native American communities. The Cherokee Nation is working to help young families recover.

by Brian Mann

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March 17, 2023 4:00 AM

'Back to one meal a day': SNAP benefits drop as food prices climb

A lot of people don't think twice about buying milk, says Teresa Calderez. "But there are lots of us out here who can't buy a gallon of milk when we need it."

by Lauren Hodges

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March 17, 2023 4:00 AM

'It's all white people': Colorful Weddings is reimagining ceremonies, wedding industry representation

Colorful Weddings is trying to create more opportunities for Black, Indigenous and business owners of color and present more options for couples looking for ceremonies which better represent their cultures and traditions.

by Simone Cazares

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March 16, 2023 5:41 AM

Maternal deaths in the U.S. spiked in 2021, CDC reports

After years of high rates, the country hit a new high during the pandemic, far exceeding rates in other developed nations. Black women are at especially high risk.

by Selena Simmons-Duffin and Carmel Wroth

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March 15, 2023 6:10 PM

Minn. investigators allege Madelia meatpacking plant employed young workers in dangerous jobs

Minnesota authorities have filed a temporary restraining order against a southwest Minnesota meat processor for allegedly employing children as young as 13 to operate meat grinders, ovens and a forklift.

by MPR News Staff

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March 15, 2023 2:20 PM

Federal judge in Texas hears case that could force a major abortion pill off market

If the case succeeds, it could have sweeping repercussions — for abortion clinics and patients across the nation, as well as for the FDA's drug-approval process.

by Bill Chappell and Sarah McCammon

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March 15, 2023 5:40 AM

Michelle Yeoh called out sexism in Hollywood. Will it help close the gender gap?

The 60-year-old best actress winner addressed the timing of her historic win, which comes decades into her spectacular career. But is the industry ready for more complicated, older female characters?

by Vanessa Romo

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March 15, 2023 4:00 AM

So you began your event with an indigenous land acknowledgement. Now what?

Statements recognizing indigenous rights to territories seized by colonial powers may be well-meaning. But some indigenous leaders fear these acknowledgments may become routine and performative.

by Chloe Veltman

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Social Issues

Meet the first Gen Z Republican elected to the Minnesota Legislature

South Korea has the world's lowest fertility rate, a struggle with lessons for us all

Opioids are devastating Cherokee families. The tribe has a $100 million plan to heal

'Back to one meal a day': SNAP benefits drop as food prices climb

'It's all white people': Colorful Weddings is reimagining ceremonies, wedding industry representation

Maternal deaths in the U.S. spiked in 2021, CDC reports

Minn. investigators allege Madelia meatpacking plant employed young workers in dangerous jobs

Federal judge in Texas hears case that could force a major abortion pill off market

Michelle Yeoh called out sexism in Hollywood. Will it help close the gender gap?

So you began your event with an indigenous land acknowledgement. Now what?

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