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Minnesota Now

Minnesota Public Radio

Live, down to earth, unscripted interviews that aim to connect, inform and entertain. Real people share real stories with MPR News host Nina Moini. It’s journalism that doesn’t take itself too seriously and puts people first.

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00:09:22

Local podcast explores Minnesota's most haunted...

Minnesota Now ·

2025/10/30

On Halloween, it is said the veil between the spirit world and the living world is at its thinnest. And spirits come alive. In Minnesota, there are plenty of haunts where ghosts are said to be lurking. A local podcast is dedicated to exploring Minnesota’s haunts and horrors year-round. Its hosts, Madeline Ramirez and Dan Laschansky, joined MPR News host Nina Moini to share more about “The Grim Cities” podcast.

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00:04:48

Thank You, Stranger: Northeast Minneapolis community...

Minnesota Now ·

2025/10/30

Minnesota Now’s series called “Thank You, Stranger” explores the small acts of kindness that make a big impact.A Minnesota food co-op was turned upside down this month by a theft that broke the store’s refrigeration system.In this week’s episode of Thank You, Stranger, Minnesota Now producer Ellen Finn spoke to Anne Gazzola, the manager of Eastside Food Co-Op in northeast Minneapolis, about how the community helped the store recover after they were forced to throw out dumpsters-full of

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00:09:55

How a 'foreign exchange program' for state lawmakers...

Minnesota Now ·

2025/10/30

A first-in-the-nation program is pairing Democratic and Republican state lawmakers together to visit each other’s districts. Sponsored by the Citizens League, the program pairs lawmakers who seemingly have nothing in common in order to promote civility in politics. Rochester bureau reporter Catharine Richert attended one of these swaps for MPR News Talking Sense project, a series which helps people have hard conversations better, by telling stories of people who are bridging divides. She

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00:10:30

Provider: Pausing Medicaid payments for fraud audit...

Minnesota Now ·

2025/10/30

The state of Minnesota is hiring a third-party auditor to look for fraud in 14 Medicaid programs. These programs are intended to provide housing and care for people with disabilities and severe mental illnesses. Gov. Tim Walz announced Wednesday the state will temporarily stop paying providers of these services while the auditor, Optum, analyzes billing. A statement from the governor’s office said this pause will last 90 days, but’s not clear when it will begin. Josh Berg is director of

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00:55:08

Minnesota Now: Oct. 29, 2025

Minnesota Now ·

2025/10/29

Layoffs at Target and other large corporations are leaving thousands looking for new jobs in an uncertain job market. We talk to an employment counselor about the hiring landscape and the next steps people can take after being laid off. Federal workers in Minnesota are facing uncertainty, too. They have received their first paycheck with no pay. We hear from workers about how they're doing. Several candidates on ballots next week are members of the Democratic Socialists of America. But what

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00:08:10

Twin Cities writers, illustrator share story of James...

Minnesota Now ·

2025/10/29

A new picture book by a trio of well-known Twin Cities creatives tells the story of an American couple whose social justice writing and activism had wide-ranging influence. They were James Boggs, who was a Black union organizer in Detroit, and Grace Lee Boggs, a Chinese-American philosopher. When they got married in 1954, their interracial relationship was illegal in parts of the country.The new book about their lives is called "Revolutions Are Made of Love." It was written by Sun Yung Shin

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00:11:29

After missed paycheck, federal workers in Minnesota...

Minnesota Now ·

2025/10/29

The government shutdown has lasted nearly a month now and there’s no indication that Congress is any closer to resolving the budget conflicts before funding ends for several key programs on Nov. 1. Minnesota is home to 18,000 federal workers, many of whom have been told to stay home and not work, or work without pay. This week was the first where many didn’t receive a paycheck. Abby, a federal worker in Minnesota, felt the impact Monday when she went to the pharmacy to pick up

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00:04:43

Cool, cloudy weather ahead for Halloween in...

Minnesota Now ·

2025/10/29

Wednesday is day one of recovery in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa reached its shores with destructive winds and flooding rain Tuesday afternoon. MPR chief meteorologist Paul Huttner joined Minnesota Now with latest on Hurricane Melissa and an outlook on the weather closer to home.

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00:09:25

What is the DSA, or Democratic Socialists of America?

Minnesota Now ·

2025/10/29

Minneapolis voters next week will see multiple candidates on their ballots who are endorsed by the Democratic Socialists of America, or DSA. The political group’s profile has climbed over the last ten years nationally and in parts of Minnesota. While the DSA is not a political party, it has members on the city councils of Minneapolis, St. Paul and Duluth and representing those cities at the state capitol. State Senator Omar Fateh is one of the most notable members in Minnesota. He is

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00:10:01

From 'Great Resignation' to 'Great Stay': Laid-off...

Minnesota Now ·

2025/10/29

Eight hundred Target employees who worked at the company’s headquarters in Minneapolis and Brooklyn Park are in search of new jobs after the Twin Cities-based retailer announced layoffs Tuesday. On Wednesday, Cargill announced it is laying off 80 employees from its headquarters in Wayzata. The company cut 5 percent of its global workforce at the end of last year.Laid-off workers will now enter a job market that’s frozen, and employers are hiring more cautiously amidst nationwide economic

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00:53:06

Minnesota Now: Oct. 28, 2025

Minnesota Now ·

2025/10/28

A teacher's strike is on the table in Minneapolis, after union members voted to authorize one. But that doesn't necessarily mean a strike will happen. We'll find out what teachers are asking for - and what comes next in their negotiations with the district. Voters may be feeling some déjà vu this November and next November when they look at their ballots. We'll talk to a political scientist about why so many elected officials are seeking third terms.Utilities in Minnesota say they need

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00:10:03

How the Minnesota United 'Wonderwall' contributed to...

Minnesota Now ·

2025/10/28

The Loons caught a win against the Seattle Sounders in Game 1 of the playoffs at Allianz Field Monday night. The game was tied at zero goals, or nil-nil, when the clock ran out, so the game came down to penalty kicks. Minnesota United scored 3 and Seattle scored 2 – thanks partly to a save by Loons goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair.In an interview after the game, he had some love for the Wonderwall – that's a standing-room only section of the stadium full of devoted fans. St. Clair said they got

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00:08:00

North Dakota and Minnesota at odds over energy grid...

Minnesota Now ·

2025/10/28

Minnesota is taking part in a large project with Midcontinent Independent System Operator to update the region's power grid, which helps move along the state’s plan to reduce its carbon footprint. North Dakota filed a federal complaint about the project, saying that their residents should not have to pay higher rates to subsidize Minnesota's energy goals. James Coleman is a professor focused on energy law at the University of Minnesota Law School. He joined Minnesota Now to talk about

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00:09:57

Why are so many Minnesotan politicians running for a...

Minnesota Now ·

2025/10/28

With a week to go before Minnesota's municipal elections, some voters are going to see some familiar faces on their ballots. Minneapolis and St. Paul mayors Jacob Frey and Melvin Carter are both vying for a third term. In 2026, Gov.Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison are hoping to be elected to their positions for a third time, too. Why are we seeing so many Minnesota politicians running for third terms in office? The director of the Center for the Study of Politics and Governance

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00:03:54

Minneapolis teachers vote to authorize strike

Minnesota Now ·

2025/10/28

Minneapolis teachers have voted to authorize a strike. It is the third time in as many contract negotiation cycles the union has made moves to authorize a strike. MPR News education reporter Elizabeth Shockman joined Minnesota Now to explain more.

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00:54:14

Minnesota Now: Oct. 27, 2025

Minnesota Now ·

2025/10/27

Monday marks two months since the mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis. Despite Gov. Tim Walz’s initial push to address gun violence, he still hasn't called a special session. We'll learn how Democratic leaders are trying to keep up the pressure. We're going to hear from a parent whose child survived the Annunciation shooting and how his family has been adapting and pushing for change.Plus, high school seniors across Minnesota are learning what colleges

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00:10:03

Here are the Minnesotans to look out for in the World...

Minnesota Now ·

2025/10/27

The World Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Toronto Blue Jays is tied 1-1 in a best-of-seven series. The Dodgers would be the first team to win consecutive championships since the New York Yankees won three from 1998-2000.There are several Minnesotans and former Minnesota Twins players to watch for, including two players who were let go as part of the teams fire sale in July. MPR News sports contributors Wally Langfellow and Eric Nelson joined Minnesota Now host Nina Moini with

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00:11:08

Minnesota high school seniors are getting college...

Minnesota Now ·

2025/10/27

Throughout October, graduating high school seniors are learning which secondary schools and universities they are automatically admitted into, before they even apply. It’s part of the state’s Direct Admissions program, now in its fourth year. Joining Minnesota Now to share more about how Direct Admissions simplifies the college admissions process is program coordinator Aaron Salasek.

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00:13:07

‘This is now our mission forever’: Father of...

Minnesota Now ·

2025/10/27

It’s a club no parent wants to be a part of: parents of a school shooting survivor. Hundreds of parents at Annunciation Catholic Church and School are grappling with that reality. Monday marks two months since a gunman opened fire, killing two children and injuring 28 others. And in that time, parents have been gathering together to grieve, heal and “move their feet.”Ivan Ayala has three kids who attend Annunciation. His pre-kindergartener and kindergartener were not in the church at the

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00:55:09

Minnesota Now: Oct. 23, 2025

Minnesota Now ·

2025/10/23

From food shelves to energy assistance, we explore how different social services around the state are affected as the federal government shutdown drags on and becomes the second longest in history.A Minnesotan made a documentary about Palestinian and Israeli peacemakers who are working together. We talk to her about navigating those conversations.We check in on rural healthcare out of Rochester with MPR News reporter Molly Castle Work.And do Minnesota's upcoming municipal elections have you

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