Minnesota Now: Sept. 18, 2025
Go Deeper.
Create an account or log in to save stories.
Like this?
Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.
The Department of Justice announced federal charges for eight people who allegedly defrauded Minnesota's Housing Stability Services out of millions of dollars. The top prosecutor said it's “like staring into a bottomless well of fraud.” We dive into it.
A nationally recognized podcast out of Minneapolis is back after a break. We talk to Jonathan Goldstein, the host of “Heavyweight.”
Farm Aid is coming to town for it's 40th concert. We learn about the history of the 1980s farm crisis here in Minnesota.
Plus, road rage doesn't usually result in a heart-to-heart over breakfast. We hear that story in our Thank You, Stranger series.
Turn Up Your Support
MPR News helps you turn down the noise and build shared understanding. Turn up your support for this public resource and keep trusted journalism accessible to all.
And the Dakota Jazz Club is celebrating 40 years with a block party in Minneapolis. We talk to the club's founder.
The Minnesota Music Minute was "Son de la Loma" by Salsa Del Sol. Our Song of the Day was "Hands of Time" by Margo Price.
Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.
Subscribe to the Minnesota Now podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
