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Native entrepreneurs bring jobs and inspiration to their communities
The number of Native entrepreneurs is on the rise in Minnesota. Coming up at 9 a.m. on Monday, MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two indigenous business owners about their unique success and challenges.
Flock cameras, privacy and the limits of police surveillance
Flock surveillance cameras can help police find stolen cars and solve crimes. But they can also reveal where our cars have been. MPR News guest host Catharine Richert talks about what the law says about balancing privacy with public safety.
The big takeaways from Tuesday's primary elections
MPR News guest host Catharine Richert and two political strategists discuss what Tuesday’s primary election results mean for Minnesota politics and the November midterm elections.
Changing with the times to help Minneapolis neighborhoods thrive
What does it take to help a neighborhood thrive? MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Pillsbury United Communities’ new leader Signe Harriday about youth programs, food access, and the power of arts and community to help communities heal.
Cyberattacks and the critical services we rely on
More than 30 Minnesota water systems were targeted in a recent cyberattack. MPR News guest host Catharine Richert talks about what we can do to protect the critical systems we rely on.
Addressing the mental health strain on public leaders
Public office has always been demanding, but is the pressure getting worse? MPR News host Angela Davis talks about why more local leaders are sharing their struggles with mental health, why it matters and what can help.
Trust, accountability and the behavior we expect from political leaders
MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about the standards we hold elected officials to and how power, race, gender and politics shape how we think about allegations against public figures.
Making sense of student loan changes
Student loan rules recently changed and many borrowers are feeling the impact. MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests break down the latest federal changes, what they mean for payments and how people can make the best financial decisions for themselves.  
Fraud and funding delays are threatening Medicaid in Minnesota
Minnesota's Medicaid program is facing funding freezes as the state steps up efforts to fight fraud. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about fraud and threats to programs with the commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Human Services.