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Minnesota native, ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ alum to compete on ‘Project Runway’

Minnesota native, ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ alum to compete on ‘Project Runway’

Ethan Mundt grew up the small town of Utica, about 26 miles east of Rochester. He competed on season 13 of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” as Utica Queen. And now he’ll be one of 12 contestants competing on season 21 of “Project Runway.”
by Aleesa Kuznetsov

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Albert Lea City Council blocks first cannabis retailer

Albert Lea City Council blocks first cannabis retailer

In a narrow vote, the Albert Lea City Council blocked the town’s first cannabis dispensary from opening. The move could incite legal action.
by Catharine Richert

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Minnesota Orchestra honors $15 million in support with auditorium renaming

Minnesota Orchestra honors $15 million in support with auditorium renaming

The Minnesota Orchestra is renaming its auditorium to the Lindahl Auditorium this fall in honor of longtime supporters Nancy and John Lindahl, who have pledged $15 million to the organization.
by Jacob Aloi

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Trump announces 90-day extension of prior trade deal with Mexico

Trump announces 90-day extension of prior trade deal with Mexico

President Trump, who has insisted Aug. 1 is a firm deadline for countries around the world, said that "the complexities of a Deal with Mexico are somewhat different from other Nations."
by Danielle Kurtzleben

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Ranchers say expanding herds to take advantage of record retail beef prices isn’t so simple

Ranchers say expanding herds to take advantage of record retail beef prices isn’t so simple

South Dakota rancher Calli Williams wants to benefit from high beef prices, but it's not so simple. She and her husband have faced challenges like drought, limited grass for grazing, and rising land costs.
by The Associated Press

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Minnesota craft beer brewers feeling federal pressures

Minnesota craft beer brewers feeling federal pressures

Bob Galligan, director of government and industry relations with the Minnesota Craft Brewers Guild, joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition to share a better sense of what’s affecting these small businesses.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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