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March 17, 2015 9:45 AM

Why officers should attend funerals for people killed by police

David Couper, a veteran police chief from Madison and Burnsville, attended the memorial service for Tony Robinson, a 19-year-old black man shot and killed by a Madison police officer.

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March 17, 2015 9:31 AM

Kerri's book pick is 'The Art Thief' audio book

Art history, intrigue and a voice made for mystery come together in "The Art Thief" audio book.

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March 17, 2015 9:06 AM

7 tips to develop a family-friendly workplace

We discussed the current state of work-life balance today and what can be done to improve it.

by Emily Kaiser

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March 16, 2015 10:06 AM

3 diplomatic hot spots: Iran, Venezuela and Cuba

We check in on three diplomatic stories: Nuclear negotiations with Iran, a clash with Venezuela over sanctions and the road to normal relations with Cuba.

by Madelyn Mahon

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March 16, 2015 9:45 AM

Political Junkie: The latest on the Clinton emails

Political Junkie Ken Rudin joins MPR News to give his perspective on the national political scene.

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March 16, 2015 9:06 AM

Ferguson and the geography of race, poverty

How geography, demographics and economics are creating tension between law enforcement and the communities they serve.

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March 13, 2015 10:06 AM

How Texas is using immigration detention centers

In the past, families who arrived in the United States would live in communities while they awaited trial to keep their children out of prison-like conditions and allow them to attend school.

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March 13, 2015 9:06 AM

6 things I wish I'd known in college

We invited two recent graduates and a professor to talk about the things they wish they would've known when they were students.

by Emily Kaiser

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March 12, 2015 10:06 AM

Minnesota spring gardening: What you need to know

Mary Meyer, professor of horticulture at the University of Minnesota, offers gardening tips and answered listener questions.

by Emily Kaiser

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March 12, 2015 9:45 AM

Climate Cast: Florida officials ban use of 'climate change'

A Florida journalism investigative report revealed that employees at the Florida Department of Environmental Protection have been told not to use the terms "climate change" or "global warming."

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