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Minnesota Now with Nina Moini
Nina Moini, Aleesa Kuznetsov, Alanna Elder, Ellie Roth and Ellen Finn

Minnesota Now: April 28, 2025

Minnesota Now with Nina Moini
Minnesota Now with Nina Moini
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Severe thunderstorms are forecasted to move in across Minnesota, with a significant threat of tornadoes, heavy rain, damaging winds and large hail. We'll talk to MPR meteorologist Mandy Thalhuber about what to expect and how to prepare.

The rate of Black home ownership has fallen over the past 50 years in Minnesota. We'll learn more about a new study examining disparities with Census data.

Plus, the University of Minnesota is facing accusations that it mishandled plagiarism allegations against a star professor. We'll hear the latest.

A new program is bringing dance education to elementary schools in Minneapolis.

And the Timberwolves are one win away from moving forward in the playoffs. We'll get the latest sports news from contributors Wally and Eric.

Our Minnesota Music Minute was “RED EYE” by anni xo and our Song of the Day was “Lights On” by Enemy in the Sky.

Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.

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