Minnesota Now: July 8, 2026
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President Donald Trump shared a video on social media of girls wearing hijabs at a St. Paul kindergarten graduation ceremony. We'll hear from an Imam who is speaking out against Islamaphobia and anti-Somali rhetoric coming from the White House.
It's summertime and for ER doctors, the livin' is not-so-easy. We'll talk about how to stay safe from the many, often preventable injuries that can happen in the summer.
The values of many commercial properties have plummeted. You may not think that affects you, unless you're selling an office building. We'll find out what it means for local taxes.
Plus, we'll get a preview of the 20th annual Rhythm of the River Music Festival in southern Minnesota.
Our Minnesota Music Minute was “Old Lady Truth” by Teague Alexy, and our Song of the Day was "Good Things” by Senn Hollow.
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