NSS Daily Headlines: April 17, 2026

A new documentary on the Jacob Wetterling kidnapping, St Louis County gets creative to secure construction cash, and the U.S. Senate overturns a 20-year mining ban near the BWCA.-----Producer: Xan HolstonReader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: Minnesota U.S. Senator Tina Smith spoke for hours Wednesday night in an attempt to stop the vote to repeal a mining ban near the BWCA. [credit: U.S. Senate]-----For the latest episode drops and updates, follow us on social media. instagram.com/ampersradio/instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/Never miss a beat. Sign up for our email list to receive news, updates and content releases from AMPERS. ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/ This show is made possible by community support. Due to cuts in federal funding, the community radio you love is at risk. Your support is needed now more than ever. Donate now to power the community programs you love: ampers.org/fund