NSS Daily Headlines August 13, 2026

Women head up the state’s biggest elections after a historic primary day, Minnesota’s oldest Black-owned newspaper celebrates 92 years, and a tragic murder-suicide shatters the peace in Hopkins.-----Producer: Xan HolstonReader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image:  The mural on the side of the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder's office in South Minneapolis. The paper celebrates its 92 birthday with a cruise this weekend. [photo credit: Paige Elliott, courtesy of the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder]-----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