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Minnesota Now with Nina Moini

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Minnesota Now with Nina Moini is journalism that doesn’t take itself too seriously. It’s reporting that puts people first with live, down-to-earth, unscripted interviews that aim to inform and entertain. Tune in to Minnesota Now weekdays at noon on the radio or the live audio stream at mprnews.org.

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Minnesota music: One of the pillars of Minnesota Now is featuring great Minnesota-based music. Here’s this year’s playlist of songs heard on the show.

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Interim cannabis director says permanent appointment expected 'late spring or early summer'

Interim cannabis director says permanent appointment expected 'late spring or early summer'

As more and more hemp-derived edibles and THC drinks enter the market, the state is deep in the trenches of creating rules and regulations so selling of cannabis flower can begin.
by Cathy Wurzer and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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'It's a fickle thing, music': Artist Laamar on recent wins and why he writes songs

'It's a fickle thing, music': Artist Laamar on recent wins and why he writes songs

Laamar was named one of 2023’s Best New Bands by First Avenue and recently played with other Minnesota greats such as the Cactus Blossoms and Dan Wilson of Semisonic.
by Cathy Wurzer and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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Contract expiring for 1000 passenger service workers at MSP

Contract expiring for 1000 passenger service workers at MSP

SEIU Local 26 represents the airport staff who provide services like cleaning cabins and pushing wheelchairs. Their contract is set to expire on Thursday.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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‘True Detective’ star Isabella Star LaBlanc on Indigenous representation and acting in the Twin Cities

‘True Detective’ star Isabella Star LaBlanc on Indigenous representation and acting in the Twin Cities

The hit show True Detective is back with a new season — and a new Minnesotan. “True Detective: Night Country” is currently airing on HBO and stars Isabella Star LaBlanc as Leah, the step daughter of Chief Liz Danvers, played by Jodie Foster.
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