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What Medicaid changes mean for Minnesotans
Coming up at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about what federal changes to Medicaid mean for patients, providers and the health care system.
Politics Friday: An open House seat is up for grabs in Minnesota's 2nd District
Friday at noon, MPR News hosts a debate between the two candidates in Minnesota’s 2nd Congressional District. Then, a rundown of the week in Minnesota politics.
Improve your health habits with Wellness Wednesday
Coming up tomorrow at 9 a.m., MPR News host Angela Davis revisits Wellness Wednesday conversations about oral health, the potential benefits of fermented foods and how to prevent and detect colorectal cancers.
Polls show a snapshot of Minnesota's political landscape
All Things Considered host Clay Masters and the MPR News politics team break down a week in Minnesota politics with a recap of the latest polling data.
Politics Friday: Mark Dayton calls perseverance a 'prerequisite for success' as he reflects
Friday at noon, MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst talk speaks with former Gov. Mark Dayton about his new autobiography. Also, a conversation with the state’s party chairs about the upcoming midterm election as voting begins.
Allina Health doctors file 10-day strike notice
MPR News host Cathy Wurzer spoke with Dr. Saul Singh, bargaining team member for the Doctors Council SEIU, about the strike notice.
MPR News group home investigation roils politics in Minnesota
Politicians in Minnesota and commentators in Liberia were stunned to learn the managing director of the West African country’s National Port Authority was simultaneously serving as the assisted living director for three group homes in the northwestern Twin Cities.
Trust, accountability and the behavior we expect from political leaders
Coming up at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about the standards we hold elected officials to and how power, race, gender and politics shape how we think about allegations against public figures.
Change could cripple Endangered Species Act, Minnesota science teacher says
The federal government’s decision to alter the definition of the word “harm” under the Endangered Species Act is a “stake through the heart” of the law, St. Cloud science teacher Devon Bowker — a.k.a. Devon the Nature guy — told MPR News.
How wildfire smoke affects air quality and your health
Coming up at 9 a.m. on Thursday, MPR News guest host Kelly Gordon talks about how air quality is monitored and forecast and the health risks of breathing wildfire smoke.
Cheap Week: How to spend less on fun and entertainment
Having fun doesn’t have to break the bank. Coming up at 9 a.m. on Thursday, MPR News host Angela Davis continues “Cheap Week” with ideas for saving money on entertainment, including live music, sporting events, theater and more.
Across north Minneapolis, neighbors help neighbors survive the opioid crisis
An overdose response network of healthcare providers, community coalitions, a fire station and neighbors equipped with naloxone saw opioid-related emergency room visits decline in north Minneapolis in recent years. An MPR News data analysis finds reasons for hope and concern.
Politics Friday: Walz weighs in on the work left to do for the remainder of his term
MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst interviews Gov. Tim Walz about the 2026 session and his remaining time in office as Minnesota’s two-term governor.
Inside the U’s baby science research lab, a look at how the world learns
The University of Minnesota Child Brain and Perception Lab explores how infants and toddlers make sense of the people around them. MPR News spent a day recently at the lab watching one of the “pilot babies” discover their world.
Politics Friday: Minnesota lawmakers reach a session-ending deal, now race to get it through
MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst talks with four caucus leaders about a session-ending agreement and how they’ll shepherd it through this weekend.
What will bring visitors back to the Science Museum of Minnesota?
The Science Museum of Minnesota is drawing half the number of visitors it did compared to before the COVID 19 pandemic. Coming up at 9 a.m. on Thursday, MPR News host Angela Davis talks about how the museum is responding to the plunge in attendance and revenue.
Politics Friday: 3 congressional candidates vying for their party's endorsement
Friday at noon, a check-in on the only Minnesota congressional race guaranteed to send a new person to Washington. MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst speaks with three candidates seeking to represent the 2nd Congressional District.
Minnesota lawmakers head for a short break, legislation continues to backlog in the House
MPR News host Clay Masters and the politics team recap a week in state politics.
Politics Friday: Mike Lindell 'all in' for Minnesota's governor's race with Trump backing or not
Friday at noon, MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst talks with Mike Lindell, the founder of MyPillow, about his efforts to clinch the Republican nod for Minnesota governor in 2026.
Walz unveils tech tax in budget; bipartisan support emerges at Capitol
MPR News host Clay Masters and the politics team recap a week in state politics.
Politics Friday: Consumer safeguards gain bipartisan support at the Capitol
Friday at noon, MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst talks about proposals to protect consumers from scams and other ways Minnesotan’s might be swindled. Plus, a check-in with the state’s economic development commissioner.
Politics Friday: Lawmakers outline their priorities for the 2026 legislative session
Friday at noon, MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst talks with four caucus leaders about the upcoming session and the work they hope to tackle.
Politics Friday Special: Sen. Hoffman reflects on a long healing process after shooting
MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst talks with Sen. John Hoffman about the targeted attack on his life. And he reflects on his healing process and new sense of purpose.
Attacks against Hortmans, Hoffmans continue to weigh on Minnesota politics
Minnesota is still grappling with the shootings of two state lawmakers and their spouses in June 2025. MPR News politics reporter Dana Ferguson joined Minnesota Now to talk about the tragedy and its lasting mark on the legislature.