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Minnesota Today

Minnesota Public Radio
Minnesota
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Minneapolis
Donald Trump
St. Paul
Tim Walz
Department Of Homeland Security
Trump Administration
Feeding Our Future
Timberwolves
Governor Tim Walz
Medicaid
Immigration
Minnesota Legislature
Somali Community
Hennepin County
Anoka-Hennepin School District
Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Winter Storm
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Minnesota Today from MPR News brings you the most important stories from around the state. All on your schedule. Get updated on the latest news in about five minutes, every weekday morning and evening.

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The Legislature has two more weeks to complete its session work, and Capitol leaders are still in search of agreements on key issues. Gov. Tim Walz said he's hopeful for something on guns and school safety.

The Minnesota Board of Pardons held an eme... more

The number of people canceling or not using their permit to visit the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness rose again in 2025. The U.S. Forest Service says more than 40 percent of permits for May 1 through September 30 last year were never used.

De... more

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey vetoed a pair of ordinances yesterday.

The average price of gas in Minnesota has now climbed above $4 a gallon amid the ongoing war in Iran and uncertainty about the Strait of Hormuz.

Those stories and more in today’s e... more

A bill to make Minnesota’s bridges safer passed the House unanimously Thursday. The measure directs the Minnesota Department of Transportation to make a statewide plan to identify bridges with high suicide rates and incorporate suicide prevention in ... more

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Recent Guests

Sue Abder Holden
Long-time advocate for Minnesotans with mental illnesses
Advocate
Episode: At least 50 Minnesota group home clients have died since late 2022
Michelle Trumpy
Senior director of public health at the University of Minnesota's Boynton Health Clinic
University of Minnesota
Episode: Rising rent, tuition and grocery bills push more college students to food pantries
Kate Kelly
Reporter
Minnesota Public Radio / MPR News
Episode: Bill enhancing penalties for coercion passed the state House unanimously Monday
Peter Cox
Correspondent
MPR News
Episode: Bill enhancing penalties for coercion passed the state House unanimously Monday
Erica Zurich
Correspondent
MPR News
Episode: Bill enhancing penalties for coercion passed the state House unanimously Monday
Andrea Pedro-Francisco
A Guatemalan woman involved in a detention case discussed on the program
Unspecified
Episode: Monday storms bring tornado touchdown in Amboy, hail across southern Minnesota
Randy Fortas
Spokesperson for Xcel Energy
Xcel Energy
Episode: Minnesota's electrical grid is in the midst of a massive expansion
Elizabeth Shockman
Reporter for Minnesota Today
MPR News
Episode: Fewer than one-quarter arrested in ICE surge had a criminal conviction on their record, new data shows
Deidre Schiefling
ACLU's chief political and advocacy officer
ACLU
Episode: Millions to take part in No Kings rally worldwide, organizers say

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Emily Reese
Host of Minnesota Today
Emily Bright
Host of Minnesota Today

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 352 ratings
  • Love the local

    Love the quick local news. I don’t love the sign off—“stay safe” implies that we’re all in some sort of grave danger or something. We’re not. Go for something else.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    this nickname is pointless
    United States4 months ago
  • Make sure and fact check, since MPR doesn’t.

    For years they have provided a very clearly biased news but it used to at least be worth it to get basic topics. Now, they have gone full biased and hide important news topics for Minnesota and it’s a huge bummer. What a great resource going to waste. After them completely ignoring what’s going on in Minnesota for the last week, I’m saying goodbye after half a decade.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    aslin xB
    United States4 months ago
  • Inconsistent publishing times

    I really appreciate this podcast and the local news it offers. I wish that it was published consistently in the morning so that I could listen to it. It often isn’t available when I want it. When it’s there, the reporting is great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thechnocrat
    United States5 months ago
  • Missing MNUFC updates

    If the other professional sports teams are being reported on…why leave out MNUFC?

    Just had another W this weekend against STL.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    The truck mom
    United States2 years ago
  • “Sure” “ya”

    The young reporters start every answer to a question with “Sure” and “Ya”. Very annoying and distracting. They all need to work on this to sound professional.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    fitgal1961
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Some feedback suggests the podcast has a political slant, particularly in coverage of sensitive topics.
Listeners value the informative nature but have expressed concerns about occasional repetitive content.
Offers concise and timely updates on local news and events.
Listeners appreciate the quick format but desire more consistency in episode availability.

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#243
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#213
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#238
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What is Minnesota Today about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast delivers concise updates on pivotal current events and issues impacting Minnesota. Each episode typically summarizes important stories, including political developments, healthcare concerns, community initiatives, and social justice matters. It is particularly timely and relevant for listeners who want to stay informed without spending extensive time on news consumption. The format, being only about five minutes long, is designed for busy individuals seeking efficient access to significant news updates. Listeners can expect frequent coverage of local politics, economic trends, and community responses to emerging issues, making it a reliable source of up-to-date information.

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Minnesota Today launched 14 years ago and published 216 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Minnesota Today include:

1. Sue Abder Holden
2. Michelle Trumpy
3. Kate Kelly
4. Peter Cox
5. Erica Zurich
6. Andrea Pedro-Francisco
7. Randy Fortas
8. Elizabeth Shockman

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