Minnesota Now

Minnesota Now: Oct. 21, 2025


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A data center in Hermantown is closer to becoming a reality. The city approved a zoning change in a meeting Monday evening that lasted until nearly midnight after residents voiced opposition. MPR News Duluth reporter Dan Kraker was there and shared with MPR News host Nina Moini what happened.


An investigation by Eagan police found an alleged "pattern of predatory grooming" by a local high school teacher. We learned more about what grooming is - and whether new health education standards will help keep kids safe.


We learned about a new film from Twin Cities PBS that looks at 150 years of police reform efforts in Minneapolis.


We got the latest about Prairie Island Indian Community's new cannabis agreement with the state.


MPR News host Nina Moini talked to Native artist Dyani White Hawk about her new exhibit at the Walker Art Center.


Our Minnesota Music Minute was “Sitting on the East Side” by Stone Arch Rivals and our Song of the Day was "Maze" by TABAH.

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