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?

Morning Edition

A profile photo of Cathy Wurzer

Morning Edition, with Cathy Wurzer in St. Paul and NPR hosts in Washington and Los Angeles, brings you all the news from overnight and the information you need to start your day. Listen from 4 to 9 a.m. every weekday.

Morning Announcements | Weather chats with Mark Seeley | Parting Thoughts

State Sen. Sandy Pappas says Franken should not resign

U.S. Sen. Al Franken returned to work this week while he awaits a Senate Ethics Committee investigation. More than 60 DFL women have said Franken should not resign, including Minnesota Sen. Sandy Pappas of St. Paul.
by Cathy Wurzer

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!
South Dakota dairy plan worries Lake Hendricks, Minn.

South Dakota dairy plan worries Lake Hendricks, Minn.

Straddling the Minnesota-South Dakota border, Lake Hendricks is a fishing and boating destination. Some residents, however, say plans for a 4,000-cow dairy farm on the South Dakota side may wreck the lake. A key court hearing comes in January.
by Mark Steil

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!
Diamond Reynolds reaches $800,000 settlements in Castile shooting

Diamond Reynolds reaches $800,000 settlements in Castile shooting

The St. Anthony City Council on Tuesday night approved a settlement of $675,000 and disclosed an additional $125,000 settlement reached on behalf of the city of Roseville.
by Jon Collins

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!
Dayton: Ethics committee should decide Franken's future

Dayton: Ethics committee should decide Franken's future

Gov. Mark Dayton said in an interview with MPR News' Morning Edition on Tuesday that the two men did not discuss the possibility of Franken's resignation when they spoke more than a week ago.
by Cathy Wurzer

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!
What it takes to be a Santa Claus stand-in

What it takes to be a Santa Claus stand-in

In 1995, then-"Morning Edition" host Bob Potter learned how to look and, with a little training, how to sound like Santa Claus.
by Jim Bickal

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!

When Tommy James covers dominated the charts

"Mony Mony" by Billy Idol was number one on the Billboard pop chart 30 years ago today. It was the second straight cover of a song first recorded by Tommy James and Shondells to top the charts. The previous week Tiffany had a number one hit with the Tommy James song "I Think We're Alone Now." Ritchie Cordell had a hand in writing both of them. He says the title for this one was inspired while he was in Manhattan and saw the Mutual of New York building. It was adorned with the company's initials: M-O-N-Y.
by MPR News Staff

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!
After the bullet: HCMC helps young gun victims find their footing

After the bullet: HCMC helps young gun victims find their footing

Most gunshot victims survive their wounds. But some don't walk away from the experience. A Hennepin County Medical Center program is helping young victims find their way. That includes D'Andre Alexander.
by Brandt Williams

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!
Will Steger plans wilderness education center

Will Steger plans wilderness education center

The explorer has been building the Steger Wilderness Center in a remote setting north of Ely on the edge of the Boundary Waters.
by Cathy Wurzer

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!

Vikes in good position to make playoffs

If the Vikings win Thursday against Detroit, it puts them in a very strong position to make the playoffs.
by MPR News Staff

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!