Social Issues

More than 58 million retirees and disabled Americans will get no increase in Social Security benefits next year, the second year in a row without a raise.
The entrepreneurial success of Minnesota's Somali community has attracted the attention of Sweden.
Some officers and service members say they are uncertain how to react while the law banning gays from serving openly in the military is in limbo.
New book collects speeches on Civil Rights, African American identity
American RadioWorks' Stephen Smith and Kate Ellis join Midday to talk about their new book, "Say it Loud!: Great Speeches on Civil Rights and African American Identity."
Minnesota's largest gay rights group is holding an evening vigil in support of young people bullied based on their sexual orientation.
White Earth pushes for more control of  law enforcement
Tribal officials say counties don't prosecute crimes, particularly rape, aggressively. But county officials say victims don't cooperate with investigators.
An ongoing federal investigation into the St. Cloud school district over complaints of racial discrimination moves forward this week with face-to-face interviews.