Shows

The Trump administration is increasing pressure on Cuba, cutting off vital oil supplies and straining its economy, while rolling blackouts leave millions of people without power. MPR News host Catharine Richert talks with foreign policy analyst Peter Kornbluh about the latest developments and what they mean for the future of U.S.-Cuba relations.
The art of maple syrup — and observing spring’s arrival — at the Forest History Center
Grand Rapids’ Forest History Center program supervisor Bryan French shared how an upcoming event invites visitors to slow down and observe the natural world waking up.
Trump canceled a landmark nature report. Scientists are publishing it anyway
After a federal nature report was scrapped by the federal government, scientists decided to finish it themselves—independently—and now they’re asking for public feedback. University of Minnesota researcher Danielle Ignace joined Minnesota Now to talk about the research.
After stalling for weeks, bill to create agency to combat fraud moves forward in House
Rep. Matt Norris, DFL-Blaine, is the author of a bill in the House that is calling for the creation of an agency, Office of the Inspector General, which would fight fraud. He joined MPR News host Nina Moini to talk about why he thinks the state needs the new office.
Morning Announcements for March 24
These are the Morning Announcements for Tuesday, March 24. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
Building community and wealth for Black Minnesotans
MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Repa Mekha, CEO of Nexus Community Partners, about his path from prison to university, and his life's work building wealth and wellbeing for Black Minnesotans.