Minnesota Now with Nina Moini

Minnesota Now: March 24, 2026

Nina Moini from Minnesota Now
Nina Moini.
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State lawmakers are considering creating a new state office focused on stopping fraud. That proposal passed in the Senate with support from both parties. But in the House, it's been stalled. We’ll learn about the sticking points and where things stand.

Minneapolis has been in the global spotlight this year, again. We'll learn how the city's tourism agency is trying to convince people to visit after the ICE surge.

The Trump Administration canceled a report about the health of nature across the country. But scientists are publishing it anyway. We'll talk to a Minnesota professor who's part of the project.

It's syrup season! We'll head north to hear about the joys of tapping trees and boiling sap in Grand Rapids, Minn.

Our Minnesota Music Minute was “Dicey (The Floor Song)” by Bryn Battani and our Song of the Day was “Seven Corners” by Mucilage.

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