Shows

What changes at WCCO, KARE and elsewhere say about the state of local news
Neal Justin, pop culture critic at the Minnesota Star Tribune, joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition to unpack what the changes at some Twin Cities TV stations could mean for viewers.
AI in schools: St. Paul teacher says it's 'like bringing a forklift to the gym'
An English teacher at Humboldt High School in St. Paul spoke to MPR News host Nina Moini about his hopes and disappointments surrounding the progression of artificial intelligence in classrooms.
A pediatrician explains 'confusing' vaccine guidelines, health equity impacts
While the federal government’s approach to vaccines is quickly changing, states like Minnesota have launched new vaccine policies that are focused on health equity. Pediatrician Dr. Nathan Chomilo explained how pediatricians are responding to state and federal guidance.
State expands hyperlocal weather data collection to northwestern Minnesota farmers
To explain what the Ag Weather Network does for farmers and the rest of Minnesota, state Agriculture Department hydrologist and program manager Stefan Bischof joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition.
Rep. Stephenson shares priorities for House leadership, potential special session
Rep. Zack Stephenson joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition to talk about his new role as House DFL leader as Gov. Tim Walz gathers top lawmakers to talk about a potential special session on gun legislation.
Morning Announcements for Sept. 9
These are the Morning Announcements for Tuesday, Sept. 9. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
What research says about parenting, attachment and raising resilient kids
MPR News guest host Kelly Gordon and early childhood education reporter Kyra Miles talk with a developmental psychologist about what creates a strong attachment between parent and child — and why it matters.
New director of Minnesota’s Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives Office takes the helm
Guadalupe Lopez, who is a member of the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe, took over the office in July. The MMIR office was established in 2021 and seeks to address the disproportionate number of Indigenous people who go missing or are murdered.