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Minnesotans mourn Melissa and Mark Hortman at the Capitol; Biden pays respects
Thousands of people lined up Friday to pay their respects to the late DFL House Leader Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark Hortman at the Minnesota Capitol rotunda. They included former President Joe Biden, who came to the Capitol late in the afternoon.
DFL Leader Melissa Hortman: A political force known for ambitious goals, adept ways
Political leaders, family and friends will gather Friday at the Minnesota Capitol to pay tribute to Hortman. She was remembered for her calm demeanor, strategic thinking and lasting impact on Minnesota politics.
'Water vapor is a greenhouse gas': The little-known but growing climate concern
MPR News chief meteorologist Paul Huttner talked to John Abraham, thermal sciences professor and mechanical engineering program director at University of St. Thomas, about water vapor and  hydrologic cycle.
Minnesota Now: June 26, 2025
In an hourlong special, MPR News host Nina Moini interviews social psychologist Keon West about his book, “The Science of Racism.”
Morning Announcements for June 26
These are the Morning Announcements for Thursday, June 26. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
Celebrating Black Music Month: How Black music shaped every sound we know
Gary Hines, the music director and founder of Sounds of Blackness, joins MPR News host Angela Davis to talk about the history and influence of Black artists across all genres of music.      
Powwow honors Native American Two-Spirit gender, spiritual identities
New Native Theatre held its fourth annual Two-Spirit Powwow at the Minneapolis American Indian Center on Tuesday evening. Attendees gathered for an evening of celebration, community and support.
Minnesota state workers continue clash with governor’s office
For an update, MPR News host Clay Masters spoke with Megan Dayton, president of the Minnesota Association of Professional Employees, which represents some state office workers.