Social Issues

An early analysis of records by the state's Department of Public Safety found 356 people killed in 2014 crashes. Pedestrian deaths dropped significantly.
MN Next: Thinking differently about diversity
A conversation about what diversity really means in Minnesota -- where the population is undergoing demographic shifts.
Ads say 'No More' to domestic violence, but will audience listen?
When footage of Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice knocking out his then fiance became public, the NFL's handling of domestic violence cases became the subject of national scrutiny.
For some immigrants, temporary life in U.S. can mean a long stay
Temporary Protected Status is for immigrants who are already living in the United States without authorization when a natural or humanitarian disaster hits their home country.
St. Paul homeless shelter expected to get key grant for expansion
Ramsey County has earmarked $1.7 million for a new service center that will be part of the Dorothy Day Center's new downtown homeless shelter.
Six same-gender couples won the summary judgment against the state of South Dakota saying the marriage ban was unconstitutional. The judge's decision is stayed pending appeal.
In France's Muslim community, stories of heroism, and some fear
Muslims were among the first at the scene of last week's attacks. A Muslim employee of the kosher supermarket saved hostages, and a policeman died responding to the shootings.
U.Va. reinstates fraternity accused in 'Rolling Stone' rape story
In announcing the news, the university said police in Charlottesville, Va., haven't been able to confirm accusations involving the fraternity in the November 2014 article.
Looking back at 40 years of Hmong migration to U.S.
We look back at the history of the Hmong people, both in Southeast Asia and Minnesota.
Minority groups deeply dissatisfied with child protection services
Children of color are much more likely to be reported to Minnesota's child protection system than white children, but a group of African-American professionals is concerned that the response is now too hands-off.