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Talking Volumes: Talking Race with N. Scott Momaday

March 14, 2021

In Earth Keeper: Reflections on the American Land, N. Scott Momaday reflects on his native ground and its influence on his people. In this moving and lyrical book, which includes original artwork by the author, Momaday offers an homage and a warning. He reminds us that the Earth is a sacred place of wonder and beauty; a source of strength and healing that must be protected before it’s too late. As he so eloquently yet simply expresses, we must all be keepers of the Earth.  Attend Talking Volumes: Talking Race with N. Scott Momaday Tuesday, March 16 7 p.m. CT ONLINE event | Get Tickets

Classical Kids Music Lessons: Women's History Month

March 14, 2021

During the month of March, Classical MPR celebrates Women's History Month as a way to give special recognition to the contributions and achievements of women. This Classical Kids Music Lesson features five women composers.

Biden sets goal of July 4th to 'mark independence from this virus'

March 13, 2021

President Joe Biden is aiming for the country to begin to find a degree of normalcy and begin to move on from the coronavirus pandemic by the July 4th holiday, Biden announced in his first prime-time address Thursday night from the White House on the one-year anniversary of the pandemic. - Poll Majority approves of Biden's handling of pandemic

Chauvin trial live: Race, ethnicity questions bubble in jury selection

March 12, 2021

Prosecutors have raised questions of bias in defense decisions dismissing several prospective jurors. The judge says he sees “no pattern whatsoever.” Jury selection continues Friday. - Thursday Judge reinstates 3rd-degree murder charge; 6th juror chosen - Jury selection How jurors will be picked in the Derek Chauvin trial - Your questions about the trial, answered Jury selection, the charges and more

The Current: Get ready for March Music Madness 2021

March 11, 2021

It's time to download your bracket and to make your picks as The Current ramps up to March Music Madness 2021, happening March 23 to 26. This year's theme takes us on a road trip to music scenes across the United States.

How jurors will be picked in the Derek Chauvin trial

March 10, 2021

Jury selection began March 9 in the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin in the killing of George Floyd. Chauvin is currently facing charges of second-degree unintentional murder and second-degree manslaughter. The goal of jury selection is to whittle the pool of potential jurors to a group that can fairly assess the charges against a defendant. Jurors will be tasked with deciding whether the state has proven their guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. - Full coverage The killing of George Floyd and trial of Derek Chauvin - What are the charges, how to watch and more What you need to know about the Chauvin trial - Timeline George Floyd's death, protests and Derek Chauvin's trial - #AskMPRNews How will MPR News cover the trial?

The Current: Sounds Like Home VII coming March 27

March 10, 2021

We've got another round of The Current's virtual festival headed your way, this time with Double Grave, Annie and the Bang Bang, Mark Mallman, Blood $moke Body, and Paul Metsa. Join Andrea Swensson on Saturday, March 27.

Remembering George Floyd, the man

March 9, 2021

The story of how George Floyd’s killing unleashed a sea of protests around the world in the fight for racial justice is well known. But as the murder trial of former officer Derek Chauvin starts Monday, friends and family say it’s important to remember Floyd the person, before he became the catalyst. - Read the series Making George Floyd's Square - Voices of Minnesota Calls for change across the state