Minnesota Now

Minnesota Now: March 2, 2026


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War is escalating in the Middle East after the U.S. and Israel launched a major military attack against Iran over the weekend ... the strikes have killed more than 500 Iranians. More reaction ahead from one Iranian Minnesotan.


A local group says they're hearing widespread stories of Minnesotans being unable to pay their rent as a result of the surge of federal agents in recent weeks. How they're providing support.


And we'll meet a Minnesota GOP leader and Trump backer who's trying to reconcile his political beliefs in light of the Trump Administration’s massive immigration enforcement surge.


Plus, a new design competition begins Monday, allowing students to submit ideas for a future George Floyd memorial in Minneapolis.


Our Minnesota Music Minute was “Plumes” by HEYARLO and our Song of the Day was “Mississippi” by The Cactus Blossoms.

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