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Listen to the latest radio programs and podcasts from MPR News.

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.

Programs

Morning Edition

Morning Edition 2024

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

Minnesota Now with Nina Moini (Old)

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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.

All Things Considered

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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.

Podcasts

Minnesota Today

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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

Call to Mind

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 News meteorologists join 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

In Front of Our Eyes Podcast

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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.

Latest

The latest episodes and segments.

Blood quantum requirement in the Minn. Chippewa Tribe voted down

A majority of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe has voted to eliminate a requirement that members have 25 percent tribal blood. In an advisory move, 64 percent of voters said the 25 percent blood quantum requirement should be removed from the tribe's constitution, which was adopted under federal government pressure in the early 1960s. This is the afternoon MPR News update for Friday, July 22, 2022. Hosted by Hannah Yang. Theme music by Gary Meister.
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Jury convicts Chicago man in road rage slaying of baseball coach, dad

Jury convicts Chicago man in road rage slaying of baseball coach, dad, and former Minneapolis cop gets 30 months in federal prison in connection with George Floyd’s death. This is an evening update from MPR news, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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Ep. 11 What it means to be Black in Minnesota

Ep. 11 What it means to be Black in Minnesota

Co-hosts Brandt Williams and Jonathan Rabb, who both grew up in Minneapolis, talk about how the city they call home became the center of worldwide attention in 2020.  The killing of George Floyd by a police officer touched off protests around the globe.   Rabb, who was living in California at the time, said the protests and unrest made him move back to the city. But he asks, “Why do I care so much about this place that often does not care about me?”
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PolyMet partners with fellow mining company Teck to develop Minnesota copper mines

PolyMet Mining and Teck Resources announced Wednesday they are entering into a joint venture agreement to develop their copper-nickel mining projects in northeastern Minnesota.  This is a morning update from MPR News, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister

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Newly released body camera video offers little insight into shooting by Minneapolis cops

Newly released body camera video offers little insight into shooting by Minneapolis cops, as authorities ask bystanders for more. Also, Native bands in northern Minnesota weigh a change to how membership is defined. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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Jury starts deliberations after road rage murder trial

After a seven-day trial, a jury is deciding the fate of a Chicago man accused of killing a fellow driver in suburban Minneapolis last year. Prosecutors say Jamal Smith, 34, shot Jay Boughton in a fit of road rage. This is a morning update from MPR News, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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Ep. 10 The future of ethnic enclaves

Ep. 10 The future of ethnic enclaves

Economist Bruce Corrie discusses ways that cities can help secure the viability of these vital community assets. He says incubators and cross-cultural collaborations are possible options. Corrie also says St. Paul cannot afford to lose an enclave like Little Mekong, which contains a variety of southeast Asian-owned businesses.
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St. Paul rent control measure faces initial test

St. Paul officials have scheduled a legislative hearing, as tenants from two housing developments owned and operated by Dominium appeal rent increases. An attorney for the St. Paul based Housing Justice Center, which supported the rent control measure approved by voters last year, says the rent increases are far exceeding inflation and a return on investment allowance for building owners, and says the rent hike should be struck down by city regulators. This is a morning update from MPR News, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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Deadline looming for $500 million in pandemic bonus payments from state

Deadline looming for $500 million in pandemic bonus payments from state and evidence wraps up in the trial stemming from a high-profile road shooting on Plymouth. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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