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MPR News Programs and Podcasts

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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

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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.

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.

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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

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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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BWCA cleared of visitors amid wildfire danger

Dozens of rangers are fanning out across the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness to notify campers of the closure order now in effect. The entire BWCA is closed for at least a week because of increased wildfire activity and limited resources to respond to non-fire emergencies. This is an MPR News morning update for Monday, August 23, 2021. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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Gusty winds push Greenwood Fire closer to cabins

The Greenwood Fire in northeast Minnesota is spreading. Crews are working to contain it, but winds are stronger Friday. That has made containment more of a challenge, as flames edge closer to cabins. This is the evening MPR News update for Friday, Aug. 20, 2021. Hosted by Nina Moini. Theme music by Gary Meister.
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Under fire, Minnesota GOP chair Carnahan steps down

A week after a close associate was indicted on charges of sex trafficking of minors, Minnesota Republican Party Chair Jennifer Carnahan has resigned her post. This is an MPR News morning update for Friday, August 20, 2021. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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Republican party drama is heading for and endgame, and the state fair is shrinking

Republican party drama is heading for an endgame, and the state fair is shrinking, as some major exhibitors say they’re paring back their presence during the COVID pandemic.

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Cube Critics discuss "Flag Day" and "The Night House"

Cube Critics discuss "Flag Day" and "The Night House"

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A summer tradition changes with the climate

A summer tradition changes with the climate

Climate change is affecting everything from campers’ schedules to infrastructure needs to the kinds of trees on the property at Camp Mishawaka in Grand Rapids, Minn. And it isn’t alone; a major insurer of summer camps has pulled out of the business as camps on the coasts lose property to wildfires and hurricanes.
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Minn. GOP officials meet amid clamor for party leader's ouster

The state Republican Party’s executive committee holds an emergency meeting Thursday amid calls for party chair Jennifer Carnahan to step down. The meeting comes a week after a federal grand jury indicted Carnahan’s close friend and top GOP donor Tony Lazzaro on child sex trafficking charges. This is an MPR News morning update for Thursday, August 19, 2021. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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No mask mandate for the Minnesota State Fair, but officials urge people to wear them anyway

No mask mandate for the Minnesota State Fair, but officials urge people to wear them anyway: also, wildfires take a turn for the worse in northeastern Minnesota. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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More Minn. school districts requiring masks

St. Paul Public Schools is joining Minneapolis and several other districts in mandating face coverings in school buildings. This is an MPR News morning update for Wednesday, August 18, 2021. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.  

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Delta causes 4th COVID-19 spike in Minnesota

Health officials say Minnesota is experiencing its fourth COVID-19 spike. The state reported more than 3,000 new cases on Tuesday, a figure not seen since last spring. This is an MPR News evening update for August 17, 2021. Hosted by Matt Sepic. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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