MPR has had a keen ear for capturing the words and meter of poetry. Minnesota is home to many nationally renowned poets, city and state poet laureates, spoken word artists, and individuals young and old that have simply created work for the sake of the form. The state is also a magnet for poets all throughout the world. Here is a wonderful breadth of those readings, speeches, thoughts, and histories of the poet.
Need ideas for easy and fun at-home music learning? Here's our latest Classical Kids Music Lesson, in which we will create a musical map of the instrumentation in a famous work by Johann Sebastian Bach. - Classical Kids Music Lessons More for young learners - Classical 15 Give kids 15 minutes of classical music a day - Classical Kids Storytime Classic stories with a classical twist
Inequities persist between how easily and quickly Minnesotans of color are getting vaccinated for COVID-19, as compared to their white neighbors. Helping to bridge that gap is a volunteer network of Black nurses, who say giving shots in familiar locations is key to getting more people of color vaccinated more quickly. - An In Focus conversation Disparities and distrust in BIPOC health care - State data shows Disparities in race, ethnicity of who's getting COVID vaccine
In 2012 Peter Sagal traveled across the country by motorcycle with a film crew making a documentary for PBS called “Constitution USA.” Sagal was looking for answers to the question, “Does the Constitution have what it takes to keep up with modern America?” Somewhere along the way he learned the secret that makes our Constitution successful, why it has lasted, and why it very nearly failed. Sagal’s talk will connect Constitutional civics to everyday life. His straightforward approach, with a dash of humor, explains what the government under the Constitution can and cannot do for and to us. MPR News’ Tom Crann will be the host and moderator. Friday, April 9 7 p.m. CDT FREE Online Event: RSVP
Jody Stiger said his analysis of video and images of Derek Chauvin's restraint on George Floyd showed Chauvin grasping the fingers of Floyd's left hand in a "pain compliance" maneuver, and if there’s no opportunity to comply, “then at that point, it’s just pain.” - 'Excited delirium' How it figures in Chauvin's trial - Witness wants to avoid testifying Is defense blaming acquaintance in Floyd's death? - Emergency medical services How long did it take medics to reach Floyd?
In May, NOAA will release its once-a-decade update for the 30-year weather averages that local meteorologists use. In many places, it will mean far fewer days that are “above normal.”
A Minneapolis use-of-force instructor testified that officers aren't trained to use their legs or knees on somebody's neck, while another police official told jurors that Derek Chauvin received extensive training in how to defuse tense situations. - Explainer Was officer's knee on Floyd's neck authorized? - 'Pulseless electrical activity' Doctor’s testimony details Floyd’s heart activity - 'So hard on everyone' Floyd's family takes its seat in ex-officer's murder trial
State officials say that more than 750 Minnesota schools have confirmed COVID-19 cases, and many are likely from a more contagious, more severe version of the virus that originated in the United Kingdom. - A 4th COVID-19 surge may be starting How bad could it get? - CDC Schools can now space students 3 feet apart, rather than 6
Derek Chauvin should have ended his restraint of George Floyd once Floyd stopped resisting, Medaria Arradondo told the court in Chauvin’s murder trial. The chief said Chauvin’s use of force to subdue Floyd was not reasonable and outside the bounds of department policy. - Yes 4 Minneapolis Backers of public safety reform effort seek community support - Photos People's Power Love Fest at George Floyd Square - Daily recaps How the trial is unfolding
Join Tig Notaro on Thursday, April 8th at 6:30 CST for Don’t Ask Tig: Live with Nick Kroll. You may know Nick as the star and co-creator of Big Mouth. He is also the creator and star of The Kroll Show, the Oh, Hello Show, and The League. Tig and Nick will answer life’s trickiest questions, and you can enjoy the event from the comfort and safety of your home.