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Asians fastest growing ethnic group in Minnesota
Community Sketchbook

Asians fastest-growing ethnic group in Minnesota

By Cynthia Boyd | 06/18/13

But the state’s Asian population is different on many fronts, from income to educational attainment.

skyline tower
Politics & Policy

Bundled services help immigrants move toward the American Dream

By Jay Walljasper | 06/14/13

The Financial Opportunity Center at Skyline Tower pairs employment counseling with personal financial coaching and programs about relevant public-assistance programs.

Reflections on Minneapolis madams
Cityscape

Reflections on Minneapolis madams and the city's red-light districts

By Marlys Harris | 06/14/13

Penny A. Petersen offers a fascinating account of the city's bordellos and the ladies who ran them.

Hothan Mohamed
Community Sketchbook

Beat-the-odds students explore the law at 'Just the Beginning' program

By Cynthia Boyd | 06/14/13

Summer Legal Institute nurtures interest in legal careers — especially among young persons from backgrounds underrepresented in the legal profession.

Housing market makeover
Cityscape

Housing market makeover: Some big changes coming to the Twin Cities

By Marlys Harris | 06/07/13

Demographic shifts, changing preferences and accelerating energy costs will change the metro region.

Political extremism can be moderated by asking people a simple question
Second Opinion

Political extremism can be moderated by asking people a simple question

By Susan Perry | 06/07/13

Researchers found that once people realize their lack of knowledge on public policies, they moderate their views.

dribbler
MinnClips

Dribble Daily: Two Minnesotans' journey across Minnesota

By Stephanie Laumer | 06/07/13

Two recent St. Thomas graduates, Matt Scott and Alex Daily, are working toward social change in Minnesota by dribbling a soccer ball.

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MinnClips

St. Paul student Dorothy O'Berry earns Beat the Odds Scholarship

By Stephanie Laumer | 06/04/13

A look into the struggles of a young student with a promising future.

Wing Young Huie
Community Sketchbook

Minneapolis photographer uses his camera to bring diverse community together

By Cynthia Boyd | 05/31/13

Wing Young Huie documents everyday life in south Minneapolis.

Mde Maka Ska Canoe Nations Gathering
Education

American Indian educators' ideas to better teach native students

By Steve Date | 05/29/13

The Mde Maka Ska Canoe Nations Gathering in Minneapolis brings together Indian students to celebrate culture, nature and experiential learning activities.