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July 12, 2023 10:55 AM

Coping with a future of smoky skies and poor air quality

Minnesota has experienced its worst air quality on record this year. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about what creates polluted air, why we may see more with climate change and how to cope with it.

by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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July 12, 2023 10:24 AM

Why can't we stop homelessness? 4 reasons why there's no end in sight

Many cities have devoted considerable focus and money to house people, only to see the number living outside continue to rise.

by Jennifer Ludden

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July 12, 2023 10:24 AM

'Steps in the right direction' amid growing homelessness crisis in Olmsted County

The homeless population appears to be growing in Olmsted County and public agencies have responded with encampment sweeps and by closing public restrooms.

by Catharine Richert and Gracie Stockton

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July 12, 2023 4:28 AM

8 mistakes to avoid if you're going out in the heat

You can still enjoy the outdoors this summer despite the scorching weather, if you're smart about it. Here's what to watch out for and how to stay safe.

by Allison Aubrey and Carmel Wroth

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July 12, 2023 4:22 AM

It's back-to-school shopping time, and everyone wants a bargain

Spending on back-to-school supplies is predicted to decline this year, for the first time since 2014. With inflation top of mind, parents and teachers are looking for ways to save money.

by Erin Kenney

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July 12, 2023 4:20 AM

Doug Burgum is offering $20 to people donating $1 to his campaign. Is that legal?

"Depending on the outcome, it will either be viewed as genius or the dumbest political move in history," political science professor Patricia Crouse told NPR.

by Bill Chappell

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July 12, 2023 4:00 AM

Republicans want answers from FBI Director Wray in their push for Biden probes

Wray will field questions from GOP Chairman Jim Jordan and other Judiciary Republicans who accuse the agency of "weaponizing" its power for political reasons.

by Deirdre Walsh

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July 12, 2023 4:00 AM

How a UPS strike could disrupt deliveries and roil the package delivery business

A strike by UPS workers would likely mean package delays for consumers across the country and it would shake up an increasingly competitive industry.

by Danielle Kaye

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July 12, 2023 4:00 AM

'The uniqueness of who we are': Minnesota’s Asian American art renaissance

The Asian American Renaissance (AAR), a significant pan-Asian arts organization in Minnesota that operated from 1992 to 2005, played an essential role in supporting Asian American artists and promoting social justice, leaving a lasting impact on the community despite its closure.

by Jacob Aloi

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July 12, 2023 4:00 AM

Two firms want to bring high tech jobs to north Minneapolis

Two CEOs with strong ties to north Minneapolis have plans to expand their companies in a section of the city that has long been in need of well-paying jobs.

by Regina Medina

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