MN government begins planning for potential shutdown
June 2, 2021
Layoff notices were mailed to state employees to inform them most will be furloughed if no new budget is approved by June 30.
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The Current Summer Guide 2021: Things to do in the Twin Cities and beyond
May 31, 2021
Minnesotans always steer into summer, and this year's is going to be a season like no other. The Current has curated a summerlong list of happenings to spark your excitement and inspire your adventures.
One year after Floyd’s killing, what hasn't changed?
May 31, 2021
In the weeks following the murder of George Floyd, an urgent call for change embroiled the country. But many Black Minnesotans say the year has gone by without the kind of transformation that would meaningfully improve the lives of African Americans and other people of color. - Photos In Minneapolis, a celebration of George Floyd - In Focus George Floyd's legacy and impact - Look back George Floyd and the year of racial reckoning
Now better trained and resourced, Minneapolis violence interrupters to hit streets next month
May 30, 2021
The Minneapolis Office of Violence Prevention piloted its violence interrupter model late last year. Now, after investing additional training and resources into the initiative, seven teams of interrupters will begin working in the coming weeks to reduce violence.
Highway 61 visited: Duluth works to attract more Dylan tourists
May 29, 2021
Every year, more than 6 million tourists come to Duluth — many for Lake Superior and the growing outdoors scene. But people from all over the world also travel to northern Minnesota to see the place where Bob Dylan was born. And many believe there's potential to make the region more of a destination for Dylan devotees. - Boy from the North Country Bob Dylan in Minnesota - In Hibbing Bob Dylan's hometown struggles with how to honor its most famous son
In their own words: Three Black Minnesota officers reflect on race and policing
May 28, 2021
There are around 12,000 peace officers in Minnesota. About 250 of the officers are Black, according to the National Black Police Association’s Minnesota Chapter. MPR News spoke with three members of the organization as they reflected on race and policing, one year after the killing of George Floyd. - 2020 Black cops feel pain of Floyd's death, duty to their uniform
Travel tips for your post-vaccination Memorial Day weekend
May 28, 2021
COVID-19 cases are down, half of the country is at least partially vaccinated and the wanderlust has struck. But the rebound could also mean new challenges for your getaway. Here's how to avoid them.
After last year's unrest, some businesses rebuilt. But many have not recovered
May 27, 2021
Minneapolis business advocates say rebuilding, especially for properties that were leveled by fire, will take five to 10 years. City officials and fundraising groups have calculated the total cost at around $500 million to be shared by 1,500 businesses. But fundraisers have only secured a fraction of what they say they need. - April 29 State aid for Twin Cities businesses uncertain as end of session looms - August 2020 Lake Street business owners say post-unrest return may take years
Call to Mind Live: Impacts of Homelessness on Youth Mental Health
May 26, 2021
About 5,000 young people are currently experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles County. The reasons vary from abuse or conflict at home to housing and economic insecurity experienced by families. Now, after more than a year of a global pandemic, many advocates worry those numbers could climb. On May 27, KPCC will host Call to Mind Live: Impacts of Homelessness on Youth Mental Health, a Well Beings Virtual Tour Event. Take Two’s A Martínez and special guests will explore the mental health effects on homeless youth and talk about the reasons why young people end up on the streets and what help is available - from finding secure housing to trauma therapy. Register now to join Call to Mind and KPCC Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 7 p.m. CT for this free online event.
Younger generation gets a voice on police reform in Minneapolis
May 26, 2021
Co-chairs of a youth group say their peers have negative feelings about police, but many want to reform the department, not defund or dismantle it. - 'We cannot stop' Families of victims push for police reform - MPR News with Kerri Miller One year later, where do we stand on policing? - Washington Floyd family meets with Biden as Congress mulls police bill