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Child care scarcity has very real consequences for working families

Child care scarcity has very real consequences for working families

In much of the U.S., demand for licensed infant care outstrips supply. Parents face lengthy waitlists, hefty waitlist fees, and few good options when returning to work after the birth of a baby.
by Jessica Deahl

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After Syrian refugee controversy, Hudson church tries to move on

After Syrian refugee controversy, Hudson church tries to move on

A Catholic church in Hudson, Wis., is no longer tasked with resettling five Syrian families who've been approved to come to the U.S. But the refugee debate spread far beyond the church.
by Riham Feshir

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'Bathroom bill' fight brewing in Texas

'Bathroom bill' fight brewing in Texas

Texas Republicans are divided over the need for -- and political wisdom of -- a bill similar to one that caused political turmoil in North Carolina.
by Wade Goodwyn

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Pipeline protesters unfurl banner during Vikings game

Pipeline protesters unfurl banner during Vikings game

During Sunday's Vikings game, pipeline protesters hung a banner from the rafters in U.S. Bank Stadium with the bank's logo and the message, 'DIVEST and #NODAPL.'
by MPR News Staff

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Somali-born novelist reflects on death of his sister

Somali-born novelist reflects on death of his sister

Somali-born novelist Nuruddin Farah spent the last two years helping to create The Basra Farah Fund, a foundation that helps mothers and children in the Horn of Africa. It is in honor of his sister, Basra Farah Hassan.
by Doualy Xaykaothao

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What does the decrease in religious giving mean for the future of giving?

What does the decrease in religious giving mean for the future of giving?

Religious institutions still receive more donations than any other charity organizations in the U.S. But religious giving is down 50 percent since 1990 according to Giving USA.
by Kerri Miller and Tiffany Hanssen

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Pennsylvania prof under fire for 'white genocide' tweet

Drexel University professor has been summoned to a meeting with school officials after he tweeted a Christmas Eve message that appeared to support "white genocide."
by Associated Press

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Before 'Fences,' August Wilson was a poet -- and a St. Paulite

Before 'Fences,' August Wilson was a poet -- and a St. Paulite

"Fences" is making its silver screen debut this week. But before it was adapted by Hollywood, "Fences" began on the stage, penned by two-time Pulitzer prizewinner -- and one-time St. Paulite -- August Wilson.
by Euan Kerr and MPR News Staff

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In New York, activists prepare bystanders to take action against harassment

In New York, activists prepare bystanders to take action against harassment

Not sure how to respond if you see a bias-based attack or hate crime in public? Some activists are training people on how best to intervene and not just walk away.

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