Minnesota Now: July 30, 2026
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Several new state laws around domestic violence will take effect Saturday. We talked about rules on warrants, guns, and survivor support with a domestic violence prevention expert.
Plus, a new facility for young people who are homeless will open its doors in North Minneapolis.
Many families who were in hiding during the ICE surge are facing a new hurdle. After losing income during the surge, some can’t afford to renew their permits to work here. We heard more from a reporter who’s been following their stories.
Also, the Como Zoo is helping to keep a special species of toad afloat.
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And we heard about a cultural exchange between Minnesota and South Korea — through choral music.
The Minnesota Music Minute was “Dead Oaks” by Now, Now. The Song of the Day was “Los Angeles” by A Piano In Every Home.
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