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February 25, 2020 6:24 PM

Report: Minnesota’s progress on housing is mixed

The encouraging signs include a rise in home and apartment construction and a reduction in renter evictions. But homelessness rose last year and racial disparities in homeownership persist. The trends have been noted previously by other organizations.

by Martin Moylan

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February 25, 2020 12:44 PM

Advocacy group asks two-year college students to fill out Census forms

The outreach campaign comes as a recent Pew Research Center survey showed people under 30 are least likely to say they plan to participate in the Census.

by Jon Collins

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February 25, 2020 4:00 AM

Seeing isn’t always believing: How to spot fake, edited images online

For the most part, high-quality image manipulation will be impossible to detect, especially when using the naked eye. However, there are some best practices to follow when you’re suspecting an image might not be legitimate.

by Cody Nelson

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February 25, 2020 4:00 AM

How to tell if a political poll is credible

Polls have long been a standard-issue tool of election year prognostication. But can you trust them? Here are some tips on becoming a savvy poll-reader.

by Craig Helmstetter and Sara Porter

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February 25, 2020 4:00 AM

How to vet a news source

With more news outlets than ever online, it’s crucial to evaluate the source of information before taking it into consideration. Here are five questions to test a news site’s credibility.

by Cody Nelson

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February 25, 2020 4:00 AM

How to speak disinformation: A glossary of terms

If you want to navigate disinformation, you’ll have to learn the language. Here’s a guide to some of the jargon you’ll likely hear when people talk about disinformation campaigns.

by Catharine Richert

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February 25, 2020 4:00 AM

How to spot a 'deepfake' video

“Deepfakes” are a high-tech way to fool voters, and experts are warning social media users to be on the watch. Here are some tips for spotting this latest tool of disinformation.

by Catharine Richert

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February 24, 2020 11:00 PM

MPR News/Star Tribune poll: 56 percent approve of Walz performance

A new Minnesota Public Radio/Star Tribune Minnesota Poll finds a majority of state voters like how DFL Gov. Tim Walz is doing his job. The survey also found support for legalizing marijuana and more spending on education and health. But most Minnesotans have concerns about proposed new mining projects and their potential impact on the environment.

by Tim Pugmire

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February 24, 2020 6:33 PM

Freeman says he's still waiting for new evidence to reconsider Myon Burrell case

Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman said Monday the man convicted of fatally shooting an 11-year-old girl while aiming at a gang rival in 2002 should remain in prison.

by Matt Sepic

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February 24, 2020 4:30 PM

Minnesota experts: It’s time families plan for COVID-19 outbreak

People should consider whether they have enough food at home and who will care for a sick family member, infectious disease experts in Minnesota say.

by Dan Gunderson

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