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'Right thing to do': Volunteers turned bus into 'MASH unit' at George Floyd Square. They're not done yet.

December 27, 2020

Over the summer, Kia Bible and other volunteers turned a bus into a medical unit to heal trauma at 38th Street and Chicago Avenue. It's since grown into a nonprofit staffed by volunteers who provide routine care for people in the neighborhood. - ‘Icon of a Revolution' Artist's black and white painting has become a symbol in a global movement - A tender act of resistance Caring for George Floyd’s Square - Read the whole series Making George Floyd's Square

Classical Holiday Programming Schedule

December 25, 2020

Enjoy seasonal favorites and a variety of Hanukkah and Christmas programs. Here is a guide to all of Classical MPR’s special holiday programming for the 2020 season. - Listen Holiday specials on-demand

In blizzard's wake, bitter cold grips Minnesota

December 24, 2020

Blowing snow will continue to re-cover roadways that may have been cleared by plows. Travel conditions will remain dangerous across Minnesota into early Thursday. Meanwhile, a wind chill advisory is in effect for most of Minnesota through the morning. - Photos Major winter storm brings heavy winds, snow - Latest from MPR News meteorologists Updraft blog - Live updates Severe weather in Minnesota

Winter storm lashing Minnesota with high winds, heavy snow

December 23, 2020

Blizzard warnings have been expanded to include the greater Twin Cities area until Thursday morning. The combination of high winds and heavy snow makes travel difficult to impossible Wednesday afternoon in much of Minnesota. - Live blog Severe weather in Minnesota - Weather Find your forecast

People over 75, essential workers next in line for COVID-19 vaccine

December 21, 2020

A federal advisory panel recommended Sunday that people 75 and older and essential workers like firefighters, teachers and grocery store workers should be next in line for COVID-19 vaccinations, while a second vaccine began rolling out to hospitals. - Earlier U.S. clears Moderna vaccine for COVID-19, 2nd shot in arsenal - Deep freeze Why do the vaccines need to be kept extremely cold?

Join us for Bring the Sing on the Solstice at 5 p.m. today

December 21, 2020

To honor the longest night of the year, join us in a celebration of light. First, watch a video showing how you, our listeners, let their lights shine. And then at 5 p.m. today, sing along as we play "This Little Light of Mine." Find out more!

Behind the scenes, a flurry of activity as hospitals prep first COVID-19 vaccine

December 17, 2020

In Minnesota hospitals around the state, there's a last-minute flurry of activity as front-line health care workers prepare to get their first shots of the COVID-19 vaccine. - The COVID-19 vaccine is arriving in MinnesotaWhat you need to know - 'I'm going to be able to hug my mom again'Vaccine arrives first for Native nations in Minn.

Don't Ask Tig: Live!

December 17, 2020

Join Comedian Tig Notaro Thursday, December 17th at 6:30 CT for Don’t Ask Tig: Live with Judd Apatow! You know Judd as the creator of funny things like Freaks and Geeks and The 40-Year-Old Virgin. Tig and Judd will be answering your questions on the live stream and making a few jokes along the way. Join listeners of the Don’t Ask Tig podcast from American Public Media as we say goodbye to 2020, and get some questionable yet heartfelt advice for the future.