Stay Curious. Stay Connected.
MailNewsletters♡Donate Now
Sign up
*Password must be at least 8 characters and contain one uppercase letter, one lowercase letter, one number and one symbol.
Already have an account?
By submitting, you consent that you are at least 18 years of age and to receive information about MPR's or APMG entities' programs and offerings. The personally identifying information you provide will not be sold, shared, or used for purposes other than to communicate with you about MPR, APMG entities, and its sponsors. You may opt-out at any time clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any email communication. View our Privacy Policy.
Sign in to your profile
Forgot Password?
New to MPR News?
Welcome back
to news
for you
Reset Password

Enter the username on file and we'll send you a code to reset your password.

Still require assistance or not sure what your User Name is?
Welcome back
to news
for you
Email Verification

A verification code has been emailed to

Still awaiting the code?

Minnesota Today®

Minnesota Today podcast art
Minnesota Today
MPR News

Minnesota Today from MPR News brings you the most important stories from around the state. All on your schedule. Get updated on the latest news in about five minutes, every weekday morning and evening.

Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS

Subscribe to Podcast

Stillwater starts gearing up for flood threat as river forecasts come later this week

Stillwater starts gearing up for flood threat as river forecasts come later this week and St. Paul is offering big hiring bonuses to fill teacher ranks. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!

New gun regulations face opposition from Minnesota sheriffs

Thirteen southern Minnesota sheriffs have signed on to a letter opposing proposed new gun regulations. The House and Senate have taken up versions of a bill that proposes penalties for gun owners who don’t follow new rules about locking up guns, and ammunition, among other things. This is a morning news update, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!

Minn. governor signs universal school meals bill

Gov. Tim Walz on Friday signed into law a bill that provides free breakfast and lunch to students at participating schools. The program takes effect in the fall, and will cost the state of Minnesota close to $400 million in its first two years. This is an MPR News evening update for March 17, 2023. Hosted by Matt Sepic. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!

Gov. Walz to sign bill providing free lunches to all students

Starting next fall, any student will get basic meals at no cost to them regardless of their family’s income. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Tom Crann. Music by Gary Meister.

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!

State, Xcel energy reveal radioactive hydrogen spill occurred in November at nuclear power plant

State, Xcel energy reveal radioactive hydrogen spill occurred in November at nuclear power plant and Republicans thwart bonding bill to push DFL on tax cuts. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!

Metro Transit closes Uptown Station temporarily, citing public safety issues

The Uptown Transit Station will close Wednesday evening after security issues in the last several months. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Tom Crann. Music by Gary Meister.

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!

Auditor's report finds profound problems with Southwest Light Rail construction project

Auditor's report finds profound problems with Southwest Light Rail construction project, and cameras are going to start showing up in more Minnesota Court rooms. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!

Minnesota Senate Majority Leader Kari Dziedzic has cancer surgery

Senate Majority Leader Kari Dziedzic, DFL-Minneapolis, said Tuesday she underwent successful surgery after being diagnosed with cancer. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Tom Crann. Music by Gary Meister.

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!

No injuries after Duluth mall roof collapses

A section of roof at Duluth's largest mall caved in this morning, amidst one of the snowiest winters on record in the city. This is an MPR News evening update, hosted by Peter Cox. Music by Gary Meister.

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!

Despite mounting legal costs, Mille Lacs County plans to appeal ruling in tribal case

Over the last six years, Mille Lacs County has spent more than $8 million in attorney’s fees on challenging the boundaries of the Mille Lacs Reservation. Some lawmakers think the state should reimburse the county for its legal costs. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Tom Crann. Music by Gary Meister.

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!