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From in-depth updates around Minnesota to national news reporting, empowering community stories, and more, MPR News is your source for staying connected to the world around you.

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Morning Edition, with Cathy Wurzer in St. Paul and NPR hosts in Washington and Los Angeles, brings you all the news from overnight and the information you need to start your day. Listen from 4 to 9 a.m. every weekday.

MPR News with Angela Davis

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Conversations about life in Minnesota and how the state is changing. Listen Mondays through Thursdays from MPR News starting at 9 a.m.

Minnesota Now

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Live, down to earth, unscripted interviews that aim to connect, inform and entertain. Real people share real stories with Nina Moini. It’s journalism that doesn’t take itself too seriously and puts people first. Listen Mondays through Thursdays at noon.

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All Things Considered, with Clay Masters in St. Paul and NPR hosts in Washington, is your comprehensive source for afternoon news and information. Listen from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. every weekday.

Big Books & Bold Ideas with Kerri Miller

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Host Kerri Miller holds in-depth conversations with authors about their books and ideas. Listen Fridays at 11 a.m.

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Minnesota Today from MPR News brings you the most important stories from around the state, on your schedule.

Politics Friday

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On Fridays at noon, MPR News political editor Brian Bakst discusses Minnesota politics and the latest from the legislature. Join us for interviews with lawmakers, candidates and more.

Call to Mind

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Call to Mind is MPR News’ initiative to foster new conversations about mental health hosted by Angela Davis and produced by Jessica Bari.

Climate Cast®

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MPR meteorologist Paul Huttner joins All Things Considered to talk about the latest research on our changing climate and the consequences we're seeing here in Minnesota and worldwide.

MPR News Ask a Bookseller

Ask a Bookseller Podcast

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Every week, The Thread checks in with booksellers around the country about their favorite books of the moment.

In Front of Our Eyes

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In March 2021, the first of the former officers charged in the killing of George Floyd went on trial in Minnesota. Police officers are rarely prosecuted in such cases — and the world was watching. MPR News, which has followed this case in detail from the beginning, brings listeners updates on the monumental case, and the consequences it holds for the city and the country. Created in collaboration with American Public Media.

74 Seconds

74 Seconds

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In July 2016, the world watched a man die, live on their phones, after a traffic stop in suburban Minnesota. This is the story of that man, Philando Castile, and the officer, Jeronimo Yanez, who is about to go on trial in his death. It sits at the intersection of race, policing, justice and safety in America. A lot can happen in 74 seconds.

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Arguments underway to keep Trump off 2024 MN ballot; Fairview Health cutting 250 jobs

The Minnesota Supreme Court will now decide a case whether Donald Trump can appear on the 2024 state ballot. Twin Cities-based Fairview Health Services is cutting 250 full- and part-time jobs. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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Farming in the face of climate extremes

Farming in the face of climate extremes

With climate change-driven weather whiplash the last few years, how are our local farmers really doing?
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Minnesota Supreme Court hearing today on Trump's place on 2024 ballots

Attorneys made arguments on whether Donald Trump's actions on Jan. 6th, 2021, disqualify him from Minnesota ballots. That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

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At Minneapolis event, Biden calls for 'pause' in fighting between Israel and Hamas

President Joe Biden called for a "pause" in the fighting between Israel and Hamas, in response to an activist who interrupted him during a campaign stop in Minneapolis on Wednesday night. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Peter Cox. Music by Gary Meister.

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MnDOT delays massive construction project in Duluth because of historical findings

MnDOT says a portion of the Twin Ports interchange project will not be completed this fall as planned because of a discovery of "findings of historical significance." That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.
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Biden visits Minnesota today; long-time Twins announcer steps down

President Joe Biden is visiting Minnesota today, focusing on federal programs that support rural economies. The Minnesota Twins long-time TV play-by-play announcer is stepping down. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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Mining company plans to drill near Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness

The Minnesota DNR has approved a mining company's plan to drill several exploratory holes near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.
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U of M Duluth men's hockey officials remember former player Adam Johnson

Adam Johnson died in a tragic accident during a game in the U.K. over the weekend. He helped lead UMD to the national championship game in 2017. He went pro and played 13 games in the NHL and spent the last two seasons in Europe. That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

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Frey pushes Minnehaha Avenue site for new Mpls. police precinct

The Minneapolis City Council could take a vote Tuesday to approve a new location for the 3rd Precinct police station. Minnesota Democratic U.S. Rep. Dean Phillips spent the weekend courting supporters in New Hampshire ahead of his first town hall as a presidential candidate on Wednesday.

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