Podcast Episodes

Minnesota Now: June 1, 2026

Republican and DFL party leaders have made endorsements in major statewide races. But internal divisions remain after this weekend's party convention…

1 week, 2 days ago

Karl-Anthony Towns heads to NBA Finals with the Knicks, two seasons after Timberwolves trade

The matchup in the NBA Finals is set. The San Antonio Spurs knocked out the Timberwolves earlier in the playoffs. Now, the Spurs will face a notable …

1 week, 2 days ago

Road trip to Moorhead: Strange wonders abound in Treasure City

The Minnesota Now team recently had a live show at the new public library in Moorhead. To get there, we took scenic Highway 10 from St. Paul to learn…

1 week, 2 days ago

‘A story about community:’ Musical adaptation of ‘My Ántonia’ to premiere in Minneapolis

A beloved American novel about immigration and the Great Plains is getting a new life on stage in Minneapolis. Theater Latté Da will premiere a music…

1 week, 2 days ago

‘Industries rely on teens:’ Experts say summer jobs are out there, despite job market challenges

The school year is wrapping up for high schoolers. Soon, some teens will put down their backpacks and pick up an ice cream scoop, or maybe a lifeguar…

1 week, 2 days ago

After award for courage during ICE surge, Twin Cities imam says more work remains

Four Twin Cities leaders have received the John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award on behalf of their communities. The JFK Library Foundation presen…

1 week, 2 days ago

City of Minneapolis moves ahead with development at George Floyd Square

Monday marks six years since a former Minneapolis police officer murdered George Floyd, setting off waves of protest and civil unrest across the coun…

2 weeks, 6 days ago

Minnesota Now: May 21, 2026

Trump administration officials have announced new fraud charges.

Meanwhile, a federal judge has sentenced the ringleader of the Feeding Our Future fr…

2 weeks, 6 days ago

10 years after killing of north Minneapolis grandmother Birdell Beeks, her daughter carries on her legacy

In the 10 years since losing her mother to gun violence Bunny Beeks has made it her mission to help other families endure these senseless tragedies a…

2 weeks, 6 days ago

'That’s a Rap!': Duluth music education program strives to help youth find their voice

For the past few weeks, a group of young people in Duluth have been learning to write and perform music through the “That’s a Rap!” program by the Mu…

2 weeks, 6 days ago