Minnesota Now with Nina Moini

Minnesota Now: Jan. 13, 2025

Minnesota Now with Nina Moini
Minnesota Now with Nina Moini
MPR

Democrats in the Minnesota House are attempting to block Republican control when the legislative session begins Tuesday. The DFLers took their oaths of office early. It’s just one of the many unusual circumstances to the start of session. We broke down what it all means.

It’s been a year since the city of Minneapolis evicted hundreds of unhoused people from various encampments in south Minneapolis. Camp Nenookaasi organizers joined the show for an update.

An organization supporting Asian American business leaders across Minnesota joins the program to talk about a $2.5 million grant they received from philanthropist Mackenzie Scott.

A Native American cultural teacher joined the show to talk about the importance of traditional seasonal storytelling.

Our Minnesota Music Minute was “Bad Day” by Gully Boys and the Song of the Day was “See a Little Light” by Bob Mould.

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