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Local philosopher examines definition of friendship by looking at relationships with AI

The second annual STEM Book Fest took place over the weekend at the Bakken Center in Minneapolis. The festival brings together authors to talk about science, technology,

St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her says she will keep clearing homeless encampments

It's been a contentious few months for St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her. This summer, she received pushback after directing the clearing of an encampment near Pig's Eye Park. Sh

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

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

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 look

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

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

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 w

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 Bloomi

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 contri

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 As

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 off

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 co

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

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,

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

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

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

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

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