November 16, 2001 - Today is the first day of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. During this month Muslims in Minnesota join those around the world in refraining from food and drink from sun up to sundown. However, Muslims say Ramadan is more than just a time to deny themselves life's sensual pleasures. They say Ramadan is an opportunity for Muslims to gain perspective on their lives. As Minnesota Public Radio's Brandt Williams reports, Ramadan takes on added significance with the conflict in Afghanistan:
November 15, 2001 - MPR’s Brandt Williams conducts a 'rolling roundtable' discussion on the issue of "Driving While Black" with three Black men as they drive around the Twin Cities.
November 15, 2001 - A collection of reports from the MPR special series "The Color of Justice," which investigates the racial disparity in Minnesota’s criminal justice system. This Midday program includes reports by MPR’s Dan Olson, Brandt Williams, and Elizabeth Stawicki, as well as various interviews and commentary of officials, academics, and community members.
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October 1, 2001 - The state employee strike is already having an impact. Several agencies, like the Health Department and the Department of Agriculture, are scaling back their inspection services. Some Minnesotans are finding it especially difficult to receive vehicle licensing services. Minnesota Public Radio's Brandt Williams reports:
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September 5, 2001 - The church needs to provide health resources to African Americans in order to help bring illnesses and unplanned pregnancies down.