School board elections in Minnesota are echoing friction seen in state and federal races this season, sending campaign funding and candidate numbers skyrocketing.
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The last NPR survey before all votes have to be cast shows inflation continues to be the top concern for voters, and Republicans are trusted more than Democrats on the issue by 20 points.
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If you want to vote early like I did, check out this link: sos.state.mn.us/elections-voti and join on election night! I’ll be running Instagram and Twitter pushing out all the latest results 🔎🗳️
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For the statewide races and my congress person, had all the deets in their voter guides. It helped me feel confident voting in a new state!
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Then I checked out what was on my ballot with a tool MPR News and Populist created. It helped me know who to research before I went to the polls 🔎
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Today I voted in Minnesota for the very first time! It was super easy, thanks to … 😎 as a new resident I had to fill out some info on the SOS website as I don’t have a Minnesota ID yet: sos.state.mn.us/elections-voti
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This year's tournament has arguably the strongest cast of competitors in history, but three contestants stand out from the rest.
Axel Henry said he'll need to work to gain public trust as St. Paul Police Department chief. His nomination comes after several officer-involved shootings over the past five years, calls for more police accountability and broken bonds with police.
The document last went up for auction in 1894. After the new auction was announced, the group that crowdfunded an attempt to buy a similar copy last year told NPR, "We're looking into it."
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While scientists studied a coral reef ecosystem in the South Pacific, rising temperatures led them to believe it was doomed. Then, something miraculous happened.
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South Korea's National Police Agency on Wednesday raided local police departments in the capital, Seoul, and the city's Yongsan district office as it investigates whether official ineptitude contributed to a deadly crowd surge that killed 156 people.
The last NPR survey before all votes have to be cast shows inflation continues to be the top concern for voters, and Republicans are trusted more than Democrats on the issue by 20 points.
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Cam Johnson scored 29 points, making seven 3-pointers, and the Phoenix Suns beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-107 for their fifth straight victory.
Kirill Kaprizov had two goals and Mason Shaw scored his second career goal in as many games, leading the Minnesota Wild to a 4-1 win over the Montreal Canadiens.
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CVS Health says it has agreed to pay about $5 billion to state, local and Native American tribal governments to settle lawsuits over the toll of opioids.
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An MPR News reader messaged us on Instagram to ask if people who have been convicted of a felony or incarcerated can vote in Minnesota. We asked the experts.
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Another very warm day Wednesday with highs in the 70s and 60s north. We’ll have sunshine filtered through high clouds with blustery south winds at 15-25 mph. Thursday will again be warm with rain showers possible Thursday night. #mnwx
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Doctors say they are seeing an unprecedented number of cases. How concerned should parents be? Why are young children so vulnerable? What's causing this year's outbreak? We offer some answers.
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The Federal Reserve is expected to raise interest rates by another 0.75 percentage points Wednesday, as part of its ongoing effort to fight inflation. The big question is, what happens next.
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When the Vijay Iyer Trio plays the Dakota Jazz Club in Minneapolis this week the band will draw on several hours of material. However, it’s likely they will play one piece from the album “Uneasy” due to the proximity to the site of George Floyd’s death.
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Researchers are launching a make-or-break study to test the conventional wisdom about what causes Alzheimer's disease.
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Nearly 200 call center workers who handle calls about Medicare and Affordable Care Act health plans walked off the job in Louisiana, Mississippi, Kentucky and Virginia today, demanding better pay and a less stressful workload.
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“I'm so happy that it finally has been recognized. Now I feel like there is a link between my homes. When I heard that there would be an altar at the Capitol, I knew I had to be there.”
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If you’re planning a new bed for perennials, groundcovers, shrubs or trees to plant next spring, the path to success starts with a good foundation. It’s easier to improve soil before plants are in place, so the time to do so is now.
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"We are Latinos at the Capitol. Let’s not forget we are here. The altar of the dead is not something to be sad about. It is that we are here alive and that we are here honoring them.”
Loved covering the first Altar de Muertos with for
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David DePape, a fringe activist drawn to conspiracy theories, was expected to face the charges in Superior Court in San Francisco, in his first public appearance since the break-in early last Friday.
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Election Day is one week away. Listen to these discussions as you decide how you’ll vote. Here’s a link to talk shows about the economy, abortion access, public safety, marijuana &1st-time voters. Listen to the podcast when it’s convenient 4 you.
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Gov. Tim Walz has spent just shy of $8.6 million this year in pursuit of a second term — about 43 percent of it in the last month alone. Democratic groups assisting in the effort have added more than $16 million.
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I continue to be inspired by the work of . On listen to president Sarah Bellamy & 2 new leaders describe expanding to include more programs that focus on wellness, equity & racial healing. Yes, you'll still legendary plays there.
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We know what to do & why it's important, but many of us still don't do it. Wednesday at 9am I'll talk about the benefits of moving our bodies, yeah... exercising, & the challenges. Guests include . Call us at 651-227-6000.💪
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The warmest Halloween in 22 years capped off the 6th driest October on record. The past 6 months have all been warmer than average in the Twin Cities and most of Minnesota. #mnwx
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There we go... we've hit 70° November 1. Tomorrow will be even warmer and we'll likely hit 70° again Thursday...
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They’re responsible for more than 50 Billboard No. 1 songs on the pop, R&B and dance charts for everyone from Rod Stewart and Sting to Patti LaBelle. Next year, they celebrate their partnership hitting its 50th anniversary.
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You can tell where the #mnleg battlegrounds are by where the most outside money is flowing.
More than $10M has been spent by groups through Oct. 24 in House races. More than $8.5M in Senate races.
Here's a look at where it's concentrated most heavily in each chamber.
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Former Minnesota co-defensive coordinator Adam Zimmer has died at 38. He was an NFL assistant for 17 years and the son of previous Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer.
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MPR News’ arts team is leveling up 😎 Congrats to Max and make sure to check out the work of , (forthcoming) the classic and our two favorite : & 🎨✨
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Very excited to announce that as of next Monday, I begin as arts editor at Minnesota Public Radio. (You’ll see me there under the name I got when I was adopted, Max Sparber, which is still my legal name and the name I use professionally.)
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Public service reminder! Compost your jack o'lanterns! Check to see if your town as a pumpkin drop-off site this weekend.
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