NSS Daily Headlines: June 19, 2026

NSS Daily Headlines June 30, 2026

Counties and cities offer ways to beat the heat, the University of Minnesota raises tuition for a second time in as many years, and the North Shore’s Sugarloaf Cove gives a glimpse into the past. ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston  Image:  A view of Sugarloaf Cove [credit: exploreminnesota.com] Audio credit: POOL_SUMMER_SOUNDS_KIDS FROLICKING_1.wav by Scott_Snailham -- https://freesound.org/s/102881/ -- License: Attribution NonCommercial 4.0  ----- For the latest episode drops and updates, follow us on social media.  instagram.com/ampersradio/ [https://www.instagram.com/ampersradio/] instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/ [https://www.instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/] Never miss a beat. Sign up for our email list to receive news, updates and content releases from AMPERS. ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/ [https://ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/]  This show is made possible by community support. Due to cuts in federal funding, the community radio you love is at risk. Your support is needed now more than ever. Donate now to power the community programs you love: ampers.org/fund [http://ampers.org/fund]

NSS Daily Headlines: June 29, 2026

Severe heat hits Minnesota, deadly motorcycle accidents are up, and Inver Grove Heights votes to hold off on data centers ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston  Image:  Temps could feel as hot as 110 with the heat index in parts of the state today. [credit: NWS] ----- For the latest episode drops and updates, follow us on social media.  instagram.com/ampersradio/ [https://www.instagram.com/ampersradio/] instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/ [https://www.instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/] Never miss a beat. Sign up for our email list to receive news, updates and content releases from AMPERS. ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/ [https://ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/]  This show is made possible by community support. Due to cuts in federal funding, the community radio you love is at risk. Your support is needed now more than ever. Donate now to power the community programs you love: ampers.org/fund [http://ampers.org/fund]

NSS en español: semana del 22 de junio al 26 de junio del 2026

Esta semana, reuniones masivas de jóvenes ponen en alerta a las autoridades, y los parques estatales son una opción para el fin de semana festivo. This week, mass gatherings of young people are putting authorities on alert, and state parks are an option for the holiday weekend. ----- Productor/Producer: Victor Palomino Voiceover: Marisa Rueda, Rito Ayala Pie de foto: Vistas de Gooseberry Falls en un día nublado en Duluth, Minnesota. [Crédito fotográfico: ADOBE Stock por Gunnar] Image: Views of Gooseberry falls on a cloudy day in Duluth, Minnesota [credit: ADOBE Stock,  by Gunnar] ----- For the latest episode drops and updates, follow us on social media.  instagram.com/ampersradio/ [https://www.instagram.com/ampersradio/] instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/ [https://www.instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/] Never miss a beat. Sign up for our email list to receive news, updates and content releases from AMPERS. ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/ [https://ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/]  This show is made possible by community support. Due to cuts in federal funding, the community radio you love is at risk. Your support is needed now more than ever. Donate now to power the community programs you love: ampers.org/fund [http://ampers.org/fund]

NSS Daily Headlines: June 26, 2026

Energy co-ops statewide back Lower Sioux Community’s right to produce its own energy, a big win for Minnesota voters, and it’s Pride Weekend in Minneapolis. ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston  Image: It’s Pride Weekend in Minneapolis [image credit: TC Pride] Audio credit: Portland Pride Parade Hour 1 SPDR.flac by tim.kahn -- https://freesound.org/s/475166/ License: Attribution NonCommercial 4.0  ----- For the latest episode drops and updates, follow us on social media.  instagram.com/ampersradio/ [https://www.instagram.com/ampersradio/] instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/ [https://www.instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/] Never miss a beat. Sign up for our email list to receive news, updates and content releases from AMPERS. ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/ [https://ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/]  This show is made possible by community support. Due to cuts in federal funding, the community radio you love is at risk. Your support is needed now more than ever. Donate now to power the community programs you love: ampers.org/fund [http://ampers.org/fund]

NSS Weekly: Powering Minnesota's Solar Energy Future

This week, we look at efforts to reach Minnesota's renewable energy goals. We examine how tuition increases at state schools may affect younger Minnesotans, and we have ideas how to enjoy the outdoors during the holiday weekend.  ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino Producers: Jules Yaeger, Jamad Jama Anchor: Chantel SinGs Reader scripting: Xan Holston, Tracie Wells Collier, Victor Palomino Fact checking: Victor Palomino, Joel Glaser Editorial support: Emily Krumberger Production Coordinator: Britt Aamodt Mixing & mastering: Chris Harwood Image caption: Advocates say plug-in solar, also known as balcony solar, is a cheap, easy power generation option for renters and homeowners alike. [credit: Adobe Stock]  ----- For the latest episode drops and updates, follow us on social media.  instagram.com/ampersradio/ [https://www.instagram.com/ampersradio/] instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/ [https://www.instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/] Never miss a beat. Sign up for our email list to receive news, updates and content releases from AMPERS. ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/ [https://ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/]  This show is made possible by community support. Due to cuts in federal funding, the community radio you love is at risk. Your support is needed now more than ever. Donate now to power the community programs you love: ampers.org/fund [http://ampers.org/fund]