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MPR News with Angela Davis
Conversations about life in Minnesota and how the state is changing, weekdays from MPR News.
Programming note: Our colleague Angela Davis is taking a leave of absence after a recent breast cancer diagnosis. Thank you to all who have checked in and shared kind words. Angela is touched by your support as she focuses on her recovery.
Episodes
- MPR News with Angela Davis
'For such a time as this': Faith leaders reflect on the federal immigration surge
When federal agents surged into Minnesota in January, communities didn’t just face a legal issue. They faced a moral one. Faith leaders showed up. Churches…
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Black women bore the brunt of federal job cuts
Federal job cuts last year hit one group the hardest — Black women. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with a journalist who interviewed some of the women who…
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What's behind the financial crisis at HCMC, and will other hospitals be next?
Hennepin Healthcare operates one of Minnesota’s largest and most essential hospitals, HCMC, formerly known as Hennepin County Medical Center. And it’s not in…
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How unemployment affects our mental health
It’s a tough moment in the job market right now. Layoffs are happening across industries, and for recent graduates just starting out, getting a foot in the…
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Building community and wealth for Black Minnesotans
Repa Mekha saw slim opportunities for himself and his peers growing up as a young Black man in Milwaukee. He ended up in prison, where he started college and…
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How technology is changing work in Minnesota
Technology is changing how we work, how businesses operate and how decisions get made — from artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and automation. And it’s…
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Tapping into the science of maple syrup
What makes tree sap start running in late winter? And how do you tap a tree without harming it? MPR News host Angela Davis talks about the science behind maple…
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Mental health providers are stressed and anxious, too
The weight of the world is increasingly showing up in therapy these days — from fears of the war with Iran to worries about the job market to anxiety about…
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Why Minnesota’s wage gap persists and what it will take to change it
The wage gap facing women in Minnesota has barely budged in more than a decade. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two nonprofit leaders about how they…
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Minnesota blizzard update: Heavy snow, strong winds, dangerous roads
MPR News host Chris Farrell and meteorologist Sven Sundgaard talk about the powerful March snowstorm that brought blizzard conditions and dangerous travel to…
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Preventing, detecting and treating colorectal cancer
Colorectal cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer deaths in the U.S. But when it’s caught early, the survival rate is around 90 percent, according to…
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Responding to a warmer and wetter Minnesota
If you’ve lived in Minnesota for a while, you’ve probably noticed that winters are changing. They’re not quite as cold as they used to be. We get less fluffy…
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The economics of buying a car
Over the past few years, the car market has gone through some changes. It’s getting more expensive to buy a vehicle. Prices for new cars are high and so are…
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Is there a better way to respond to young people who commit crimes?
Ramsey County is changing how it responds to young people who commit crimes — and early results show their new approach is working. In the past, young…
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How much protein do you really need?
Protein is having its moment. Protein powders are marketed to young men who want to bulk up and to women in menopause to prevent losing muscle mass. It’s also…
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Minnesota food bank CEO on why hunger is rising and potential solutions
One in five Minnesota households can't afford the food they need. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about hunger in Minnesota — who's affected, what keeps…
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How ICE’s presence is affecting child care in Minnesota
Increased federal immigration agents in parts of Minnesota has had ripple effects that are affecting child care. Some child care centers are reporting drops in…
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What are you watching?
When the world feels heavy, we look for small escapes. For some, that means tuning out the headlines to binge a new show or watch a must-see film. MPR News…
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Unpacking the State of the Union
President Donald Trump took the national stage Tuesday night for his State of the Union address at a pivotal moment for his presidency and for his party. MPR…
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Ask the editor: Kathleen Hennessey on local news and what's next for the Minnesota Star Tribune
Americans say staying informed is essential to participating in civic life — especially when it comes to voting. But a new Pew Research Center study finds that…
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The economic impact of ICE in Minnesota
The immigration enforcement surge has taken an economic toll on many Minnesota communities, especially in the Twin Cities. As workers and customers stay home…
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Finding harmony and a home in the Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus
The Twin Cities Gay Men’s Chorus is one of the oldest and largest gay choruses in the country. For 45 years, it’s built a sense of community among its singers…
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How federal public health funding cuts could affect Minnesota
More federal funding for public health is on the chopping block. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about what the cuts could mean for Minnesota and why a…
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Former St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter on leaving City Hall and what's next
MPR News host Angela Davis talks with former St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter about his eight years in City Hall, the lessons he’s learned and what’s next. Guest…
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Special Coverage: Homan says federal surge to end, Walz pitches recovery package
The immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota is ending, said Tom Homan, the border czar for President Donald Trump. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said Thursday…
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Living through crisis: How to cope with grief, unrelenting stress and toxic positivity
The federal immigration enforcement actions have brought a sense of fear and uncertainty to many communities in Minnesota. Many people — especially immigrants…
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Mail carriers describe changes on their routes amid ICE activity
Names removed from mailboxes. Businesses shuttered. More packages from online retailers. These are just a few of the changes mail carriers say they’ve noticed…
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Minnesota's construction industry is feeling the impact of ICE
Construction always slows during winter in Minnesota. But this year, federal immigration crackdowns are causing an even bigger slowdown in the industry…
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Amid the ICE crackdown: How artists are responding to this moment
For many people, the federal immigration activity in Minnesota creates fear and raises urgent questions about safety and belonging. For others, it’s a call to…
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Could immigration enforcement lead to an eviction crisis?
Federal immigration enforcement is fueling a growing rent crisis. Many immigrant workers — even those with legal authorization — fear leaving home due to…
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The digital dragnet: ICE's surveillance playbook and your legal rights
Federal immigration enforcement has entered a new era. ICE agents are now deploying facial recognition software, social media monitoring, and other digital…
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Redefining community safety in Minneapolis
Over the past month, federal immigration enforcement has focused on the city of Minneapolis. Their presence and aggressive tactics have forced city leaders to…
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How federal immigration activity is affecting Minnesota schools
MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Minnesota school superintendents about how the surge in federal immigration activity is affecting student attendance…
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Minnesota businesses feeling the strain of immigration enforcement
Businesses across Minnesota are feeling the strain as the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown moves into its seventh week. Immigrant-owned businesses…
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How ICE's presence is affecting health care in Minnesota
Healthcare providers across the state say fear of federal immigration operations are keeping patients from doctors’ offices and emergency rooms. Patients are…
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Minnesotans provide a surge of help to immigrant neighbors
As federal immigration enforcement has surged in Minnesota, so has assistance to immigrants. Across Minnesota, people are supporting immigrant neighbors who…
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How to safely observe and document law enforcement interactions
Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old Minneapolis resident, was killed by Border Patrol agents on Saturday. The shooting has renewed protests after weeks of aggressive…
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When immigration enforcement and religious conviction collide
Faith communities across Minnesota are facing a hard question: What happens when federal immigration enforcement collides with religious conviction? A recent…
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Supporting youth mental health during uncertain times
Recent federal immigration enforcement actions are creating fear, anger or uncertainty for some Minnesota families. And mental health providers say that…
- MPR News with Angela Davis
Minnesotans describe recent encounters with federal immigration enforcement
Federal immigration enforcement activity has increased in Minnesota in recent weeks, prompting questions, concern and uncertainty in many communities. MPR News…
- MPR News with Angela Davis
Youth voices: Carrying Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy forward
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a chance to reflect on King’s life, his words and the work he urged us to continue. King believed in justice rooted in community…
- MPR News with Angela Davis
Power Pairs: Educator Angela Mansfield and artist Roosevelt Mansfield
Sometimes opposites attract, and then they make each other stronger. That’s the story of our first Power Pair of 2026, Minneapolis married couple Roosevelt and…
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How research has improved cancer treatments
Getting a cancer diagnosis today can mean something very different than it meant a few decades ago. Cancer is still deadly. But thanks to advances in detection…
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Protecting yourself from misinformation: What to know and how to spot it
Have you ever seen a social media post that was so captivating that you just had to share it? Maybe it was a powerful video, a striking image or a headline…
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How to cope with stress, fear and anger during uncertain times
Increased immigration enforcement and Wednesday’s fatal shooting of a Minneapolis woman by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent have left some…
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Fatal ICE operation shooting in Minneapolis: What we know and the legal questions ahead
On Wednesday morning, a woman was shot and killed during what ICE describes as a targeted enforcement operation in south Minneapolis. In a statement, the…
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Understanding the health insurance hike after tax subsidies expire
Health insurance is about to become more expensive for tens of thousands of Minnesotans. Some of the tax credits that helped lower the cost of insurance for…
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Trump administration freezes child care funding amid fraud claims: Impacts on families, providers, and politics
President Donald Trump’s administration says it’s freezing $185 million in child care funds nationwide this year amid allegations of potential fraud in…
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Walz ends his campaign for a third term: What it means for Minnesota politics
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced this morning that he is ending his campaign for a third term. He said he made the decision after consulting with family and…
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Power Pairs: A state senator and a superintendent both focused on serving their community
Laurie Putnam is the superintendent of St. Cloud Public Schools, and the first woman to lead the district. Her husband, Aric Putnam, is a DFL state senator…
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Power Pairs: Filmmaker Daniel Bergin and sportscaster Lea B. Olsen
MPR News host Angela Davis revisits a conversation she had with a brother and sister who are both award-winning storytellers. They talk about their work and…
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Power Pairs: A rabbi and a politician on what makes a strong marriage
Some say religion and politics don’t mix. But they do in the lives of couple Marcia Zimmerman and Frank Hornstein. Rabbi Marcia Zimmerman is the senior rabbi…
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Is a plant-based diet right for you?
Only six percent of Americans follow a vegetarian diet, according to a Statistica poll. And even fewer follow a strict vegan lifestyle, avoiding all animal…
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Stories for the cold months: The importance of seasonal storytelling
As winter settles across Minnesota — when lakes freeze, snow quiets the land, and nights stretch long — many Indigenous communities enter a season of…
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Could proposed federal changes push thousands of Minnesotans back into homelessness?
Millions of dollars for homeless services in Minnesota are up in the air after the Trump administration proposed changing the rules for housing programs that…
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From shorebirds to songbirds: Understanding Great Lakes birds
From shorebirds to warblers to backyard regulars, the Great Lakes region is a critical stopover for millions of birds every year. MPR News guest host Catharine…
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What does it really mean to be happy?
Many of us think about, talk about and chase happiness. But it can be elusive and surprisingly complicated. MPR News guest host Catharine Richert talks with a…
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Finding joy and community in amateur holiday performances
From local Nutcrackers to community choir concerts, ‘tis the season for holiday shows put on by your friends and neighbors. Across Minnesota, stages are booked…
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Fatal mass shootings at Hanukkah event in Australia and at Brown University
Two mass shootings over the weekend left communities in two countries shaken. Two gunmen killed 15 people at a Hanukkah Festival in Australia and dozens remain…
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Author and activist john a. powell on 'The Power of Bridging'
Is it possible to build relational bridges, even in contentious times? Scholar and activist john a. powell says yes. He’s dedicated his life to teaching others…