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June 15, 2018 1:43 PM

After traveling 2,000 miles for asylum, this family's journey halts at a bridge

Nine family members--from 58 years to nine months-- make a fourth attempt to cross an international bridge between Matamoros, Mexico and Brownsville, Texas.

by John Burnett

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June 15, 2018 10:26 AM

Trump says he won't sign 'moderate' GOP immigration bill

President Donald Trump said Friday he would not sign a "moderate" immigration bill being finalized by House Republicans, igniting confusion on Capitol Hill over a GOP bill that Trump's allies believed had his support.

by Associated Press

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June 15, 2018 5:47 AM

Which countries guarantee that new dads get paid paternity leave?

There are 92 countries where there is no national policy allowing dads to take time off to care for their newborns.

by Malaka Gharib

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June 14, 2018 4:44 PM

'These are not kids kept in cages': Inside a Texas shelter for immigrant youth

Casa Padre is a former Walmart Super Center converted into living, recreation and dining quarters for 1,469 immigrant boys ages 10 to 17.

by John Burnett

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June 14, 2018 2:39 PM

House GOP immigration bill would end family separation at border

The bill is an attempt by Republican leaders to find a compromise with moderate GOP lawmakers. The House will vote on two immigration bills next week, including another supported by conservatives.

by Kelsey Snell

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June 14, 2018 10:00 AM

Duluth lynching brings white man and black woman together 98 years later

He is white. She is black. Their ancestors were on opposite sides of one of the most shameful moments in Minnesota history 98 years ago. They found common ground in the most unusual of places.

by Tom Weber

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June 14, 2018 12:00 AM

Spend some quality time with dad this Father's Day

Here are a few ideas on ways to share quality time with your dad on Father's Day, which is Sunday.

by Matt Mikus

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June 13, 2018 11:36 AM

Ryan says Trump backs compromise immigration plan

President Donald Trump backs compromise immigration legislation that House Republican leaders are trying to craft in hopes of ending the party's standoff over the issue, Speaker Paul Ryan told GOP lawmakers Wednesday.

by Associated Press

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June 13, 2018 9:00 AM

Faribault sued for housing discrimination

The ACLU is suing the city of Faribault over a housing ordinance. ACLU lawyers say the city tried to force out Somali immigrants and African-Americans.

by John Enger

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June 12, 2018 4:17 PM

Police seek help finding missing Roseville boy with health concerns

Isiah Wright, 15, left his home June 8 after a disagreement with his mother, who hasn't heard from him and authorities are concerned for his welfare, Roseville police said Tuesday.

by MPR News Staff

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