Minnesota Now

Minnesota Now: May 5, 2025


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A video of a woman admitting she called a Black child a racial slur on a playground in Rochester has gone viral, prompting a fundraising standoff and a police investigation. We'll hear from the president of the Rochester NAACP about the impact this incident has had on the entire community.


A new mental health clinic is now open in St. Paul will provide care to more young people of color. We'll learn more about the program.


Plus, a new development is bringing 90 new low-cost housing units to Duluth. We'll hear how this project could help ease the housing shortage in the city.


And the Timberwolves are facing the Golden State Warriors in Round 2 of the playoffs! We'll get the latest from our sports guys Wally and Eric.


Our Minnesota Music Minute was “Grudge” by Gozie Ukaga and our Song of the Day was “Tidal Wave” by Garden Tigers.

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