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‘The precinct is on fire’: What happened at Minneapolis’ 3rd Precinct — and what it means

July 1, 2020

Faced with angry, violent protesters after George Floyd’s death, Minneapolis city leaders made the unprecedented decision to abandon a police station. It marked not only the further erosion of the department’s relationship with the community, but perhaps the beginning of a shift in American policing. - May 28 Mpls. police precinct overrun in night of fury, fire - June 16 Man arrested in Colorado charged in Minneapolis police fire

COVID-19: Coverage of the pandemic from MPR News

June 30, 2020

We are providing the latest news, resources, guides and tips to help you stay up to date with the news of the coronavirus outbreak and how to navigate what Gov. Tim Walz called “our new normal.” Stay up-to-date with MPR News: Get the a.m. newsletter | Subscribe to the daily podcast Guides and Tips: Stay safe order FAQ | Submit your questions | What you need to know | How to help | Parent tips | Mental health resources | Share your experience

Epic in an epidemic? How to do summer safely in the COVID-19 era

June 30, 2020

Minnesotans are stepping out of their homes and into the warm weather as COVID-19 rules ease. The disease, though, is still with us. Here’s how to make sure you don’t become part of the pandemic. - Taking a trip to visit grandparents or older relatives? Tips to reduce the risk - Want to see friends and family? Here’s what to consider

Self-portraits: George Floyd's memorial, one month later

June 29, 2020

The memorial for George Floyd has become a central location for people to gather and share their experiences. Two of our photographers set out to help people capture images of themselves there. - Earlier this month Community voices on the aftermath of George Floyd's killing - Beyond protests 5 more ways to channel anger into action to fight racism - Full coverage from MPR News The killing of George Floyd

Parties — not protests — are causing spikes in coronavirus

June 28, 2020

As the U.S. begins to open back up, coronavirus clusters — where multiple people contract COVID-19 at the same event or location — are popping up all over the country. And despite drawing massive crowds, protests against police violence and racial injustice in Washington state weren't among those clusters.

Four ways COVID-19 has hit different parts of Minnesota

June 26, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has touched all but one of Minnesota’s 87 counties — but it hasn’t hit all parts of the state equally. Here’s a breakdown of the cumulative cases per capita in each of Minnesota’s major regions. - How I read COVID-19 data A primer from MPR News' data reporter - May update on MN's modeling Major effect of quarantine is delaying peak, not preventing it

Funding for key Minneapolis police initiative falls through

June 26, 2020

Police Chief Medaria Arradondo said earlier this month that his department was going to engage the services of a Chicago company that markets a data-driven early intervention system to identify problematic officers. The department was working on funding with the Minneapolis Foundation, which has now backed out. More from MPR News The killing of George Floyd: What we know

The Current: Sounds Like Home II

June 24, 2020

TODAY June 24, 2020! The Current is hosting another round of Sounds Like Home. It’s an afternoon of virtual performances celebrating Minnesota musicians. Join an incredible lineup of local musicians and Andrea Swensson from The Current as we meet up on the internet for a virtual festival. Great music lives here, and you can still enjoy it live on TheCurrent’s YouTube channel or Facebook page! Find the full line up and the links you need online now.