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Prince's death another loss in a decades-long opioid overdose epidemic

Prince's death another loss in a decades-long opioid overdose epidemic

The superstar died from an overdose of fentanyl, an opioid drug. The news makes him a high-profile victim among tens of thousands of others who die of opioid overdoses annually.
by Jon Collins

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When the kid becomes the teacher: On what it means to be transgender

When the kid becomes the teacher: On what it means to be transgender

Allie is an 8-year-old transgender child. Her parents field a lot of questions about her transition. But they say Allie's openness makes her the best teacher for those curious about being transgender.
by Johnny Kauffman

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Connie Goldman documentary: 'The Rewards of Caregiving'

Connie Goldman documentary: 'The Rewards of Caregiving'

Connie Goldman's documentary "Hardship Into Hope: The Rewards of Caregiving" focuses on caring for people who are elderly or disabled.

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Live: FBI and US Attorney on Jamar Clark case

Continuing live coverage of decision by US Attorney and the FBI in the Jamar Clark case, and reaction from experts and listeners.

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Update on the body camera bill sitting with Governor Dayton

A bill calling for statewide guidelines for the use of law enforcement body cameras sits on Governor Dayton's desk, and he remains unsure if he'll sign it. A voice in favor of the bill and a voice with serious concerns about the legislation weigh in.
by MPR News Staff

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Latest from APM Reports on Mesabi Academy

Two APM Reports investigative journalists talk about the latest developments surrounding allegations of sexual abuse and misconduct at Mesabi Academy, and an expert from UCLA discusses how treatment facilities across the country compare.

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U.S.-Mexico border sees resurgence of Central Americans seeking asylum

U.S.-Mexico border sees resurgence of Central Americans seeking asylum

Despite U.S. efforts to staunch the flow, numbers are approaching the crisis of two years ago. U.S. Border Patrol agents say it's diverting resources away from catching drug and human traffickers.
by John Burnett

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Advocates: $35M a good first step in closing Minnesota race gap

Advocates: $35M a good first step in closing Minnesota race gap

Supporters say the cash approved by the Legislature will fund programs to help people of color but they caution it will take much more to close Minnesota's racial disparities.
by Brandt Williams

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A philosophical look at addiction and recovery

Peg O'Connor, professor at Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, talks about her new book "Life on the Rocks."
by MPR News Staff

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UMD prof's novel lays bare America's solutions to 'Indian problem'

UMD prof's novel lays bare America's solutions to 'Indian problem'

Linda LeGarde Grover's debut novel, "The Road Back to Sweetgrass" follows the lives of three Ojibwe women from Minnesota as they contend with federal policies that do more harm than good. She'll read from it Thursday night in Minneapolis.
by Dan Kraker

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