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Earlier this week, an unexpected and fast-moving incident unfolded in St. Paul, Minnesota involving both federal and local law enforcement. As crowds gathered and questions mounted, one of our MPR News reporters, Sam Stroozas, realized she lived just blocks away.
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Twin Cities bookstores are responding to heightened fear around ICE activity by transforming their shops into hubs for community support, political understanding and emotional refuge, as readers turn to books, children’s resources, and author fundraisers to navigate a climate of anxiety and resistance.
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Medical providers are increasingly concerned that some of their rural patients who need to drive long distances to see specialists are missing appointments because they fear being picked up by federal immigration agents. They're especially worried about children who need treatment for chronic illnesses or conditions that could turn critical if they skip vital treatments.
Awadagin Pratt is a professor of piano at the University of Cincinnati and the recipient of multiple awards. He’s never shied away from talking about his experiences as a Black man in classical music, and he’s working to make it a more welcoming space. Find out more in the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.
John and Yoko became show hosts, "Wayne's World" premiered, Elton John appeared on The Simpsons, Aretha Franklin recorded 'Respect', and Funky 4 + 1 was the first hip-hop act on national TV, Today in Music History.