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This pandemic exposed the inequalities and gaps in America’s public health system. One positive outcome is that the COVID-19 response has helped health workers adapt to other aspects of their work….

PLUS: Child is caught in the crossfire of a Minneapolis shootout. Threat of violence keeps restaurant patrons away. Uncover rare comedy from female pioneers….

Plus: Woman shot on Nicollet Mall dies; a new Vikings quarterback; two Wisconsin kids win mullet competition; and more….

Social workers have a different training from police officers. They reinforce the belief that mental health is not a crime….

While activists are encouraged by the piloting of their ideas, they want long-term funding. Officials from the city say that some programs are moving in this direction. …

plus: Busy day at light rail. No talks to avoid nurses strike. Nonstop from St. Cloud to the Sun, MyPillow Guy, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, and many more….

Plus, a sit down with retired Judge Regina Chu; International Institute’s expansion; vacancies at MPS schools; and many other topics….

The federal bill had promised at least $100 million for every state. Now, Minnesota officials have an estimate of extra cash the state will get for having a lot of rural areas: $550 million. …

Is monkeypox possible on the subway? It can kill like COVID-19. There are many myths, misinformations, and lack of knowledge about the monkeypox disease….

Black Americans are much more likely to die young from nearly all health-related causes than their white counterparts….