NSS Daily Headlines: June 23, 2026

NSS Daily Headlines: June 23, 2026

Police voice concerns over “teen takeovers”, the former Lusten Resort owner wants arson charges dropped, and the Special Olympics USA Games promotes unapologetic confidence. ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston  Image:  The Lutsen Resort after fire razed it in 2024. [credit: Kirsten Wisniewski, WTIP] ----- 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 22, 2026

Two Texans plead guilty in a Northern Minnesota crypto kidnapping, it’s lights out at a Winona lighting factory, and the fifth annual Two Spirit Powwow is back at the Minneapolis American Indian Center this Tuesday. ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston  Image:  A dancer wears a pride flag [credit: CJ Younger, Minnesota Native News} ----- 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 15 de junio 2026

Esta semana recordamos los hechos de violencia política que marcaron al Estado hace un año This week, we look back at the acts of political violence that left their mark on the state a year ago. ----- Productor/Producer: Victor Palomino Voiceover: Marisa Rueda, Rito Ayala Pie de foto: La presidenta de la Cámara de Representantes, Melissa Hortman, en 2024. [Crédito fotográfico: Andrew VonBank, Servicios de Información Pública de la Cámara de Representantes] Image: House Speaker Melissa Hortman in 2024 [credit:  Andrew VonBank, House Public Information Services] ----- 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 19, 2026

On the last day of our special coverage marking the one-year anniversary of the death of former House Speaker Melissa Hortman, North Star Stories speaks with current House Speaker Lisa Demuth about how we tone down political violence and rhetoric, Hennepin County charges a man for allegedly threatening St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her, and Minnesota marks Juneteenth ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston  Image:  DFL Leader Melissa Hortman congratulates House Speaker Lisa Demuth following Demuth's election as House speaker. [credit: Michele Jokinen, House Public Information Services] ----- 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: Remembering the Hortmans, and the Enduring Legacy of Juneteenth in Minnesota

This week, we remember the political violence that shook the state last year. We also look at the history of one of the state's newest official holidays, Juneteenth, and how it continues to be celebrated across generations.  ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino Producers: Xan Holston, Tracie Wells Collier, Jose Ozoria Anchor: Grace Jacobson 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 Larry Fitzgerald audio courtesy of KMOJ-FM Image: House Speaker Melissa Hortman in 2024 [credit: Andrew VonBank, House Public Information Services] ----- 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]