Best Minneapolis Public Schools Podcasts (2024)

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Severe thunderstorms; Measles in Minneapolis Public Schools 4:31

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Two rounds of severe thunderstorms are possible across Minnesota over the next couple of days. And in a recent message to families, Minneapolis Public Schools says measles has been identified in at least one of the district's schools. Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.…

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9-4-24 Minneapolis Public Schools Marion Tizon, Director, Office of Latine Achievement talks about National Hispanic Heritage month at MPS with Freddie Bell and Chantel SingS on the KMOJ Morning Show 5:50

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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Minneapolis police sergeant stalking charges; COVID-19 levels high 5:00

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A Minneapolis police sergeant is facing stalking charges after prosecutors say he hid a tracking device inside a former romantic partner's vehicle. And the University of Minnesota’s wastewater surveillance data shows COVID-19 levels are higher statewide than they’ve been since April 2023. Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by …

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Early voting begins in Minnesota. Stillwater prison workers hospitalized after exposure to unknown substance 4:55

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The fall election has begun with early voting in Minnesota. Voters can fill out a ballot ahead of the Nov. 5 Election Day at a county or city office, or vote by mail. Nine workers at a Minnesota prison fell ill and were hospitalized Thursday after being exposed to unknown synthetic substances possessed by men who are incarcerated. Department of Cor…

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Minnesota employment rate; Early voting begins tomorrow 4:45

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Minnesota's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose slightly in August, but the state also added more than 14,000 jobs. The two statistics are part of an updated employment report released today by the Department of Employment and Economic Development. And early voting begins tomorrow across Minnesota for the 2024 general election. Those stories…

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Minneapolis City Council considering funding for homeless shelter, ShotSpotter 4:23

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Two big issues before the Minneapolis City Council are getting votes Thursday. One is funding for a downtown homeless shelter and another is extending a contract for a gunshot detection system system called ShotSpotter. And more than two dozen people were taken to hospitals Wednesday after a hay ride accident at a western Wisconsin apple orchard. T…

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Minnesotans who lost homes to tax forfeiture may be compensated 5:09

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Minnesotans who lost a home for failing to pay property taxes in the past few years could be entitled to compensation. A statewide legal settlement provides more than $100 million for former homeowners who lost out on equity after their property was sold for more than they owed in taxes and fees. And Minneapolis police say they misidentified a man …

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Rural health care; Dropped charges against misidentified man 4:19

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Minnesota State University, Mankato announced a five-year agreement with Blue Cross and Blue Shield to open The Rural Behavioral Health Clinic this year. Rural patients living in greater Minnesota often encounter barriers to receiving services including having to travel great distances to see mental and behavioral health care providers. And the Hen…

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09-16-24 Mental Health Resources Bria Grudzielanek Clinical Supervisor talks about the programs they have with Q bear on the Afternoon Drive Time 6:37

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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Justice Theodora Gaïtas joins Minnesota Supreme Court. St. Paul police investigating homicide 4:32

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Associate Justice Theodora Gaïtas took the oath of office Monday, joining the Minnesota Supreme Court. Minnesota's highest court is now woman-led. And St. Paul police are investigating a shooting that left a man dead outside an apartment building on the city's west side overnight. The victim was found by police on the 1200 block of University Avenu…

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Walz campaign tour; Target prepares for holiday season 4:21

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Another busy week on the campaign trail awaits Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic nominee for vice president. Walz is headed to Georgia and North Carolina, two swing states on the East Coast. And Minneapolis-based Target is going on a pre-holiday season hiring spree. Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary …

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Assassination attempt on Trump thwarted. Police release details of fatal Minneapolis hit-and-run 4:48

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The FBI says former president Donald Trump was the target of an “attempted assassination” at his golf club in West Palm Beach, Fla. Nine weeks ago, the Republican presidential nominee survived an attempt on his life at a campaign event in Pennsylvania. Minneapolis police have released the ages of the victims in Saturday's hit-and-run in downtown. A…

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BWCA fire update; West Nile in Minnesota horses 5:19

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Responders are fighting two small wildfires in northern Minnesota. The Wood Lake fire is burning in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and another blaze is going near Burntside Lake not far from Ely. And the Minnesota Board of Animal Health has confirmed the state's first positive case of West Nile virus in a horse this year. Those stories a…

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09-13-24 Mental Health Resources Todd Ostertag a harm reduction advocate talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show 7:15

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For more information https://www.mhresources.org/By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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09-13-24 Jack Becker talks about an event called Bridging Cultures with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show 9:27

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For more information https://www.36thart.org/projects/bridging-culturesBy KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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09-09-2024 Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara joins Freddie Bell on the KMOJ Morning Show to talk about the latest going on in the Minneapolis City 15:50

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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Senate confirms Minnesota’s newest federal judge. Minneapolis residents voice thoughts on Blue Line extension plan 4:53

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The U.S. Senate has confirmed a veteran prosecutor as Minnesota’s newest federal judge. President Joe Biden in June nominated Assistant U.S. Attorney Laura Provinzino to replace retiring Judge Wilhelmina Wright. The Senate approved the president’s choice in a bipartisan vote. Provinzino, from St. Cloud, has served as an assistant U.S. Attorney sinc…

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Evening Update for Thursday, September 12, 2024 4:34

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This is the evening update from MPR Nes. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.By Minnesota Public Radio

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Twin Cities business owner addresses U.S. House panel on crime. Minneapolis considers new encampment data policy 4:40

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A Twin Cities business owner Wednesday urged U.S. House members to focus on tougher penalties as they weigh public safety policy. Brian Ingram runs Purpose Driven Restaurants. He told a Republican-led panel he has had several burglaries in recent years and he pushed for tougher sentences to deter people from reoffending. Democrats on the committee …

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Ramsey County medical examiner review 4:48

1d ago4:48

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A review of criminal cases that involved the former Ramsey County medical examiner has entered its third and final phase. The review started three years ago, sifting through 215 cases that Dr. Michael McGee played some part in. And a Minneapolis man was sentenced to over 30 years in prison today for the murder of a transgender woman last November. …

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Minnesotans react to the Harris-Trump debate. Wayzata seeks help to find 9/11 memorial artifact 5:04

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Our top story is last night’s presidential debate. MPR reporters Mark Zdechlik and Ellie Roth attended Republican and Democratic watch parties to get reactions from Minnesotans. The Wayzata Police Department is seeking the public's help in finding an artifact that was part of a 9/11 memorial. The Wayzata Crime Prevention Coalition is offering a $1,…

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Update on Saturday shooting in Minneapolis; New report on financial hardship 4:53

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Authorities have identified the Minneapolis police officer who shot and injured a man Saturday. The man was allegedly firing a weapon in an apartment building. And insights from a new report released by United Ways of Minnesota and United for ALICE show that 63 percent of households under the age of 25 have high rates of financial hardship. Those s…

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Minneapolis extends contract for gunshot detection tech. Trump and Harris debate tonight 4:50

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Former President Donald Trump and current Vice President Kamala Harris meet in a debate Tuesday night. Top Minnesota officials say they will be watching closely. And members of the Minneapolis City Council voted Monday to extend the city’s contract for a controversial gunshot detection technology. The city has contracted with what’s commonly referr…

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New charges in Park Tavern crash; Child care worker investments 5:47

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Prosecutors today filed third-degree murder charges against the alleged drunk driver in the Park Tavern crash. Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan visited a child care center in Plymouth today to highlight the state's investment into the child care workforce. Those stories and more in today’s evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.…

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No one hurt in shooting at Northtown Mall. BCA investigating shooting at Minneapolis apartment 4:42

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A shopping mall in the northern Twin Cities metro area was cleared and locked down Sunday after gunshots broke windows. Six police departments, state troopers and the Anoka County sheriff's department responded to the shots that were fired outside Northtown Mall on Sunday afternoon. And the BCA is investigating a shooting at a Minneapolis apartment…

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Minneapolis council proposes to keep shelter open with the help of a grant 5:12

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The Minneapolis City Council proposed funding Friday to address the closure of a shelter operated by Agate Housing and Services, affecting more than 80 residents and 23 employees. Council members proposed a $1.5 million grant, contingent on a match from Agate. Also, frost advisories and freeze warnings are in effect for late Friday through early Sa…

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9-6-24 Mayor Jacob Frey talks about the positive results of the work that the Mayor's office has been putting in with Freddie Bell and Chantal Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show 11:25

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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9-6-24 Superintendent Christine Tucci Osorio talks about updates and about the great start to the 2024-25 school year with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on KMOJ Morning Show 13:40

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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Twin Cities weekend freeway closures. Woman pleads guilty to bribery attempt in fraud trial 5:31

7d ago5:31

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A woman pleaded guilty Thursday to attempting to bribe a juror in the first Feeding our Future trial. And drivers in the Twin Cities will need to navigate two freeway closures this weekend.By Minnesota Public Radio

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