Minnesota Now: May 1, 2025
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Two deadly shootings have taken the lives of four people in the Minneapolis Native community, upending celebrations that were set for American Indian Heritage Month. We hear about how they're mourning the loss.
Minnesota State University Moorhead is jumping into the world of artificial intelligence, with a new institute launching this fall.
Plus, the City of Minneapolis has added several new protected classes to its civil rights ordinance.
It's time for spring planting season, we get some professional help to grow your garden.
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And this year marks 50 years since the first Minneapolis May Day celebration. We talk to the founder and learn about the festivities planned for this weekend.
The Minnesota Music Minute was “Sacred Rage” by Annie Humphrey and our Song of the Day was “This Just In” by Dilly Dally Alley.
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