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The LA Riots, 30 years later

The LA Riots, 30 years later

Since Los Angeles exploded three decades ago, some things have changed and so much remains the same.
by Sandhya Dirks

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Key takeaways from MN Human Rights investigation of MPD

Key takeaways from MN Human Rights investigation of MPD

The investigation found a history of race-based policing and toxic paramilitary culture with the Minnesota Police Department.
by Sam Stroozas

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How the tobacco industry targeted Black Americans with menthol smokes

How the tobacco industry targeted Black Americans with menthol smokes

The Food and Drug Administration has announced plans to ban menthol cigarettes, which the tobacco industry has aggressively marketed toward African Americans since 1964.
by Andrew Limbong

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Racial split on COVID-19 endures as restrictions ease in U.S.

Racial split on COVID-19 endures as restrictions ease in U.S.

Black and Hispanic Americans remain far more cautious in their approach to the COVID-19 pandemic than white Americans. That's according to recent polls that reflect diverging preferences on how to deal with the pandemic as federal, state and local restrictions decline.
by The Associated Press

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Derek Chauvin appeals his conviction for George Floyd's murder

Derek Chauvin appeals his conviction for George Floyd's murder

A year after his conviction, the former Minneapolis police officer is asking a state court to send his case back to Hennepin County; order a new trial elsewhere; or order him to be resentenced.
by Bill Chappell

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Native women work to break the cycle of poverty, prison in Minnesota

Native women work to break the cycle of poverty, prison in Minnesota

American Indian women make up less than 1 percent of Minnesota’s population but are 20 percent of the state's female prison inmates. Incarceration creates huge consequences for families and communities. A new effort to break the cycle, led by Native women, shows promise, but the challenges remain steep.
by Dan Gunderson

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Community leaders share concerns with lawmakers during API Day at the Capitol

Community leaders share concerns with lawmakers during API Day at the Capitol

The Capitol Rotunda was filled with people Thursday to kick off an advocacy day of the Council on Asian Pacific Minnesotans. Civic, business and other community leaders came to press state lawmakers on their concerns.
by MPR News Staff

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