Social Issues

March 25, 2011 5:00 AM

Concern for the unborn, not so much for the born but homeless

Over spring break, the education continues.

by Shannon Drury

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March 25, 2011 3:00 AM

Study: Minnesotans miss 100 million meals each year

A study released this week by the hunger relief organization Feeding America offers a new way to understand hunger in our state.

by Julie Siple

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March 24, 2011 6:47 PM

Minn. rent aid programs on hold over anticipated cuts

Minnesota Housing announced a freeze Thursday on new admissions to some rental assistance programs as a reaction to anticipated budget cuts.

by Jessica Mador

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March 24, 2011 5:33 PM

From the family of a killed teenager, a call for reform

Alisha Neeley, the sister of Helena and Terrence Neeley, was shot and killed a little more than a year ago. They believe the broader culture of gun violence led to their sister's death and have ideas on how to address it.

by Tom Crann

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March 23, 2011 5:26 PM

Judge: To reduce gun violence, more than a harsh sentence is necessary

Minneapolis Police Chief Tim Dolan criticized the judicial system Tuesday for waiving penalties for gun crimes, but Hennepin County Judge Mark Wernick said Wednesday that reducing gun violence isn't as simple as imposing maximum sentences.

by Tom Crann

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March 23, 2011 5:00 AM

When background checks are given a chance, they work

National leaders owe citizens a solution to the scourge of gun violence.

by Heather Martens

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March 23, 2011 12:00 AM

Human cloning ban under review at Legislature

A bill that would make human cloning a crime in Minnesota is back at the state Legislature. Proponents of stem cell research say the bill could hamper research on the roots of disease and potential therapies.

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March 23, 2011 12:00 AM

China's control of the Internet and media

Google has reported that the Chinese government is interfering with its email service in China, amid other reports that China is tightening controls on the Internet in the wake of social-media fueled protests in the Middle East.