Social Issues

October 12, 2009 6:51 AM

St. Paul's Section 8 program denies mishandling of federal funds

A new federal audit of the St. Paul Public Housing Agency's Section 8 program says the office hasn't properly administered U.S. Housing and Urban Development funds, but St. Paul housing officials dispute the report, and say they shouldn't have to give back more than a million dollars.

by Rupa Shenoy

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October 9, 2009 2:56 PM

Slayings raise questions about domestic abuse protection

A pair of recent high-profile slayings by men who repeatedly beat their wives has made some people wonder if the criminal justice system is doing its job.

by Laura Yuen

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October 9, 2009 6:33 AM

President Barack Obama wins Nobel Peace Prize

President Barack Obama won the 2009 Nobel Peace Prize on Friday in a stunning decision designed to encourage his initiatives to reduce nuclear arms, ease tensions with the Muslim world and stress diplomacy and cooperation rather than unilateralism.

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October 9, 2009 3:00 AM

More drunken driving offenders using ignition device

A small but growing number of drunken driving offenders in Minnesota are using an electronic device designed to keep them from reoffending, a program first piloted in Hennepin and Beltrami counties and has now expanded statewide.

by Tom Robertson

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October 8, 2009 6:00 AM

For the good that ACORN does, it deserves support

An ACORN official describes his first experience with the organization and his reasons for staying involved.

by Sherman Wilburn

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October 8, 2009 3:00 AM

Critics say changes may hurt welfare fraud investigations

The Minnesota Department of Human Services is expanding its welfare fraud program to more counties.

by Dan Gunderson

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October 7, 2009 3:56 PM

U.S. Senate approves apology to American Indians

Supporters said the resolution, included in a defense spending bill approved late Tuesday, was a symbolic gesture meant to promote a renewed commitment to tribal communities.

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October 7, 2009 6:44 AM

Somali President continues tour of U.S. in Ohio

Adjusting to life in the United States is a work in progress for the country's second-largest population of Somali immigrants, who welcomed Somalia's president for a two-day visit beginning Tuesday.

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October 5, 2009 4:00 PM

Income, ZIP code, education are good indicators of health

Good health care is regarded as the backbone of good health, but public health researchers will tell you that where you live, shop and eat have an equal -- or greater -- impact on your health.

by Lorna Benson