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In Mankato, a well-timed triumph

In Mankato, a well-timed triumph

Though we are often powerless to prevent that which we can't see coming, we have full control over how we respond to it.
by Bob Collins

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City attorney: FNB seats in skyway are public

This should settle the debate, but it probably won’t. The St. Paul city attorney says the seats in the First National Bank building are public, not private property, the Pioneer Press reports today. That much should be obvious, given that nearly nine months after an African American man got in trouble for sitting in them,…
by Bob Collins

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Ferguson and beyond: A community conversation

Ferguson and beyond: A community conversation

The recent shooting death of Michael Brown by police in Ferguson, Missouri, sparked renewed national discussions about racial tensions, police actions and more. NPR's Michel Martin moderates a conversation with community leaders.

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Edina OKs housing project for homeless youth

The project still needs final approval from the City Council and city Planning Commission.
by Jon Collins

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St. Paul Mayor Coleman calls for race relations meeting

A representative of the mayor's office would not disclose the time or location of the meeting, but said a statement will be released afterwards.
by Euan Kerr

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One woman's lessons from living on the street

One woman's lessons from living on the street

Susan says life on the streets is a constant battle for all homeless people, but for women it's particularly hard.
by Gabrielle Emanuel

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Podcast: Counter Stories, episode 5

Podcast: Counter Stories, episode 5

In this episode, 2014 Minnesota Teacher of the Year Tom Rademacher joins the panel to discuss the education gap, how white teachers connect with or alienate students of color, and being the state's education ambassador for the next year.

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