Live, down to earth, unscripted interviews that aim to connect, inform and entertain. Real people share real stories with MPR News host Nina Moini. It’s journalism that doesn’t take itself too seriously and puts people first.
Latest episodes
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54 min
Minnesota Now: Oct. 26, 2026
With a week to go before midterm elections, national names are stepping in to support Minnesota candidates. We'll hear how President Donald Trump, former president Barack Obama and…
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10 min
Hmong advocates in Minnesota concerned over census proposal to end racial, ethnic tracking
The U.S. Census Bureau won’t count the nation’s population again until 2030. But the federal agency is making plans for the survey now. And the Trump Administration wants to change…
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9 min
Study estimates $9M economic loss due to BWCA wildfires, parts of region have recovered
A new study is giving us a first look at the economic impact of the wildfires this summer in the Boundary Waters. Researchers at the University of Minnesota Duluth looked at Ely an…
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9 min
The Vikings, Wild and Timberwolves are all in 1st place
All of Minnesota’s men’s professional sports teams currently playing are all leading their respective leagues (hopefully we didn’t jinx it).The Timberwolves are just at the start o…
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9 min
Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon: Federal election monitors 'can't be disruptive' by law
The Trump Administration wants to send federal election monitors to polls in two Minnesota counties on Election Day. A spokesperson for the Minnesota Secretary of State's office to…
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55 min
Minnesota Now: Oct. 22, 2026
The Department of Justice said it will send election monitors to polls in Hennepin and Ramsey counties on Election Day. We spoke to Secretary of State Steve Simon about what federa…
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4 min
Thank You, Stranger: A small act of kindness at Trader Joe's
Minnesota Now’s series called “Thank You, Stranger” explores the small acts of kindness that make a big impact.Roze Mulen was grocery shopping at Trader Joe’s in Bloomington when t…
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10 min
Local scientist contributes to climate research roadmap after national assessment paused
A University of Minnesota researcher is helping to identify priorities for climate science across the country after President Donald Trump paused and dismissed the contributors of…
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9 min
Hospital leaders say Minnesotans are facing a 'crisis of care'
Hospital leaders say Minnesotans are facing a crisis of care — and they expect things to get even worse. That’s the topline of a new report from the Minnesota Hospital Association…
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8 min
Professionals gather to imagine the future of community education programs in MN
What do pottery, pasta making and pickleball have in common? You can learn about all of these things through a community education class! Minnesota school districts offer an incred…
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55 min
Minnesota Now: Oct. 21, 2026
Leadership at Red Lake Nation is in dispute after a federal investigation found child neglect and abuse in the tribe's child welfare program. Community members are now coming toget…
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9 min
In new collection, Minnesota women over 65 reflect on their changing creative lives
A new anthology brings together Minnesota women over age sixty-five to reflect on what it means to age and continue to be creative. It's called "Nick of Time: Women Write about Art…
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10 min
New fellowship aims to fill gaps in obstetric care as units dwindle in rural Minnesota
Nearly 30 Minnesota hospitals have stopped providing obstetric services over the past 15 years, leaving fewer options for families who need maternity care close to home, according…
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8 min
Red Lake Nation child welfare investigation and aftermath, explained
The Red Lake Nation is grappling with a federal investigation that alleged abuse and neglect in the tribe's child welfare program. A federal notice describes the deaths of as many…
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12 min
Minnesota's astronaut Anil Menon: From the North Star state to the stars
On Friday, Minnesota native and astronaut Dr. Anil Menon will have been in space for 100 consecutive days. Since blasting off into space for his very first time in July, Dr. Menon…
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56 min
Minnesota Now: Oct. 20, 2026
State law enforcement say they'll begin sharing more information on what they call group and gang violence. The approach is modeled after what’s known as the “New Jersey Strategy.”…
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9 min
Duluth's blues mainstay Charlie Parr releases new record 'Rooming House'
Musician Charlie Parr has been a mainstay of Minnesota’s blues scene. He was born in Austin, Minn., and now splits his time between Duluth and St. Paul. He has more than a dozen al…
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9 min
North Minneapolis food shelf opens lockers for after-hours access
Starting Wednesday, Shiloh Cares Food Shelf in north Minneapolis is trying a new solution to feed its neighbors even after it closes for the day. It’s opening a row of food lockers…
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9 min
Local law enforcement brings 'New Jersey Strategy' to Minnesota to address gang violence
State law enforcement officials are trying a new approach to gang violence. The call for coordination came after a string of shootings across the Twin Cities that involved Somali y…
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59 min
Minnesota Now: Oct. 19, 2026
Immigrant advocates in Minnesota say they're seeing the federal government revoke refugee status for some who have already been vetted. We'll hear more about how this could be a co…