Little evidence that protests spread coronavirus in U.S.
July 6, 2020
Public health experts say there is little evidence that the protests that erupted after George Floyd’s death caused a significant increase in coronavirus infections.
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Seraphia Gravelle: A voice for change on the Iron Range
July 5, 2020
“I tell people all the time that I'm not going to sit down and shut up just so that you feel comfortable,” Seraphia Gravelle said. “And I'm not going to stop until my brown kids are [as] safe as your white ones.” MPR News is talking to some of the people behind rallies, marches and demonstrations happening beyond the Twin Cities metro area — about their experiences with race in Minnesota, why they march and what they hope for the future. See and hear all of the conversations here.
Niki Botzet and Mattie Bogart: Partnering for racial justice in Alexandria
July 4, 2020
Two college students have organized racial justice protests in the small central Minnesota city of Alexandria, but they intend to keep it top of mind for residents long after the protests end. - Buddy King With an eye to St. Cloud’s past, looking to change the future - Muntaas Farah and Yezi Gugsa: Teenagers lead the charge in Rochester - Voices of Minnesota Calls for change across the state
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July 4, 2020
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Map: Where are face masks required in Minnesota?
July 3, 2020
More cities are joining Minneapolis and St. Paul in requiring face masks to help curb the spread of the coronavirus. Both cities require people to wear masks inside businesses and other indoor facilities. Check the MPR News map to find the latest spots where face masks are required in Minnesota.
MN's Oromo community protests, demands justice after prominent Ethiopian singer killed
July 3, 2020
Members of Minnesota’s Oromo community protested over the killing of an influential musician and activist in Ethiopia earlier this week. As they marched on Interstate 94 in St. Paul, the highway traffic was stalled for hours Wednesday evening.
Mpls. charter commission begins work on proposal to eliminate MPD
July 2, 2020
The Minneapolis commission's chair did not guarantee finishing before a crucial deadline to make the November ballot. - Minneapolis residents ask Dismantle the police — then what?
Latest on COVID-19 in MN: Death rate, hospitalizations continue to slow
July 1, 2020
The newest counts come as officials worry about new outbreaks if people ease up on safety measures over the holiday. - Map Where are face masks required in Minnesota? - Minnesota is loosening its COVID-19 restrictions Here's what you need to know
‘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
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June 30, 2020
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