NSS Daily Headlines: June 19, 2026

On the last day of our special coverage marking the one-year anniversary of the death of former House Speaker Melissa Hortman, North Star Stories speaks with current House Speaker Lisa Demuth about how we tone down political violence and rhetoric, Hennepin County charges a man for allegedly threatening St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her, and Minnesota marks Juneteenth-----Producer: Xan HolstonReader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image:  DFL Leader Melissa Hortman congratulates House Speaker Lisa Demuth following Demuth's election as House speaker. [credit: Michele Jokinen, House Public Information Services]-----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