Minnesota Now with Nina Moini

Minnesota Now: Aug. 25, 2026

Nina Moini from Minnesota Now
Nina Moini.
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This week Minneapolis residents have a chance to share what they want to see in a new police chief, after former chief Brian O'Hara resigned in May. We’ll hear from two city council members who are hosting listening sessions this week.

The group collecting stories about the impact of the surge of federal agents will give its first public presentation this week. We’ll hear from a member of the Minnesota Truth Council about the findings.

The Department of Homeland security sent investigators here and to other states to look for noncitizen voters. We'll talk to an investigative reporter who learned that they didn't find much.

An event Tuesday evening will celebrate Minnesota farmers through storytelling onstage.

Our Minnesota Music Minute was “Funky Frog” by Rada K and the Cicadas, and our Song of the Day was “Bad for You” by Haley.

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