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Minn. investigators allege Madelia meatpacking plant employed young workers in dangerous jobs

Minn. investigators allege Madelia meatpacking plant employed young workers in dangerous jobs

Minnesota authorities have filed a temporary restraining order against a southwest Minnesota meat processor for allegedly employing children as young as 13 to operate meat grinders, ovens and a forklift.
by MPR News Staff

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Michelle Yeoh called out sexism in Hollywood. Will it help close the gender gap?

Michelle Yeoh called out sexism in Hollywood. Will it help close the gender gap?

The 60-year-old best actress winner addressed the timing of her historic win, which comes decades into her spectacular career. But is the industry ready for more complicated, older female characters?
by Vanessa Romo

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So you began your event with an indigenous land acknowledgement. Now what?

So you began your event with an indigenous land acknowledgement. Now what?

Statements recognizing indigenous rights to territories seized by colonial powers may be well-meaning. But some indigenous leaders fear these acknowledgments may become routine and performative.
by Chloe Veltman

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The U.S. has a high rate of preterm births, and abortion bans could make that worse

The U.S. has a high rate of preterm births, and abortion bans could make that worse

The rates of premature birth in the U.S. are high, especially in certain states. Experts worry that states restricting abortion have fewer maternal care providers than those with abortion access.
by Sarah Varney

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Prior Lake High students find voice, power in wake of Twin Cities racial turmoil

Prior Lake High students find voice, power in wake of Twin Cities racial turmoil

The police killings of George Floyd in 2020 and Daunte Wright in 2021 galvanized students of color at schools across Minnesota. Young leaders have emerged and forced hard conversations to the surface around race and equity. At Prior Lake, students say they see progress, but it comes slowly. 
by Elizabeth Shockman

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The city of St. Paul opens Rondo Inheritance Fund

The city of St. Paul opens Rondo Inheritance Fund

The Rondo neighborhood of St. Paul, once a lively and vibrant epicenter, was divided into two by the construction of I-94 in the 1950s. Hundreds lost their homes and were displaced. Decades later, the city of St. Paul is looking to make amends.
by Catharine Richert and Ngoc Bui

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'Do you see us?’ Minnesota tribal leaders drive discussion at Capitol

'Do you see us?’ Minnesota tribal leaders drive discussion at Capitol

The Legislature devoted a day to focus on the concerns and sovereignty of Minnesota’s 11 federally-recognized Indian tribes. Tribal leaders say they hope the messages they share endure as key decisions are made.
by Brian Bakst

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Roundabout row: MnDOT's plan for London Road in Duluth riles residents

State transportation officials are moving ahead with a plan to remake a stretch of London Road in Duluth — the gateway to the North Shore — despite many residents’ objections to one of three proposed roundabouts.
by Dan Kraker

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