For first time, MnDOT puts up signs recognizing treaty boundaries
November 8, 2021
The Minnesota Department of Transportation is installing 12 signs to mark the boundaries of a treaty signed in 1854 by three tribal nations and the U.S. government. (376 kB)
Vaccine clinics for younger children expand in Minnesota
November 7, 2021
At one clinic in the gymnasium of Brooklyn Center Elementary, Gov. Tim Walz said there were more than 11,000 sites in the state where children ages 5 to 11 would be able to get the Pfizer vaccine, recently given emergency approval for use in the age group.
- Tears, joy First young kids receive COVID-19 doses at MOA
- Looking for a COVID shot for your kid? Where to find appointments in Minnesota
- Some parents want to wait to vaccinate their kids Here's why doctors say do it now
Listen to the YourClassical app on your mobile device
November 6, 2021
Did you know that you can listen to all of YourClassical's music streams on your mobile device? Here's how to download and use the recently released YourClassical app.
Race Matters: A Conversation about Transracial Adoption and Multiracial Families
November 5, 2021
Being able to talk about race is an important life skill for all parents, but especially for parents raising multiracial families. When a family adopts a child of a different race, questions about race and racism cannot be avoided. On this episode of Early Risers, host Dianne Haulcy speaks with transracial adoption expert Beth Hall, co-author of “Inside Transracial Adoption” and executive director of Pact, An Adoption Alliance in Oakland, California. Hall also has personal experience with transracial adoption, as the white adoptive parent of two adult children both born in the United States—a son who is African American and a daughter with roots in Guatemala. Through her personal and professional experiences, Hall has gathered valuable insights and advice for anyone who wants to talk about race with young children.
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COVID-19 vaccinations for young children begin this week
November 4, 2021
The rollout comes after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention approved the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children 5 to 11 years old. The decision comes at a critical time when many new cases of the virus are cropping up among school-age children.
- Looking for a COVID shot for your kid? Where to find appointments in Minnesota
St. Paul, Minneapolis voters back rent control
November 3, 2021
Minneapolis voters on Tuesday gave the City Council the OK to put rent controls in place. St. Paul voters took it further, backing a ballot measure that will place a 3 percent cap annually on most rent increases.
Election 2021 results on MPR News
November 2, 2021
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Election 2021: Where to find information on who and what's on your ballot
November 2, 2021
There are more than 50 elections and dozens of special elections taking place across Minnesota Tuesday. Many of these local races are challenging to find information on. Here’s a round-up of coverage from around the state.
- Voter guides and resources Local elections
Survey: People of color perceive discrimination more frequently in Minnesota than nationwide
November 2, 2021
Researchers asked Minnesotans of color earlier this year about their experiences and perceptions of discrimination. In not a single category is the state doing better than the national average, they say.
‘Pastors, people and police’ weigh approaches to curb gun violence in St. Paul
November 1, 2021
Even before the mass shooting at the Seventh Street Truck Park last month, the city of St. Paul was trying to contain rising gunfire and homicides.
- 2 charged In St. Paul bar shootings that left 1 dead, 14 wounded
- St. Paul police chief Todd Axtell says he'll step down in June