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North Star Stories
by AMPERS
North Star Stories: Voices from Where We Live is comprised of a weekly 30-minute magazine-style newscast and daily, five-minute headlines segments that shine a spotlight on the stories and perspectives of Minnesota’s diverse communities, including Black, Latine, Asian American, East African individuals, people living with disabilities, LGBTQIA2S+ residents, laborers, veterans, and those from Greater Minnesota.
Episodes
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NSS Daily Headlines October 22, 2026
New fights over the Google data center in Hermantown & the 2024 omnibus bill, plus Minnesota could get a new saint. ----- Executive Producer: Tracie Wells Collier Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: Monsignor Joseph Buh could become a Catholic Saint...
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NSS Weekly: What to Know Before Casting a Ballot
This week, we explore what voters should know before casting ballots in the midterm elections, how accessibility shapes the voting experience for people with disabilities, and how to be an informed consumer of political media in the digital age. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino…
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NSS Daily Headlines October 21, 2026
The fight between Cass County’s Sheriff candidates goes public, Mesabi Mines Iowa steel plant plan isn’t yet iron clad, and statewide symphonies “band together.” ----- Executive Producer: Tracie Wells Collier Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: A large...
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NSS Daily Headlines October 20, 2026
Nicole Amor’s husband questions Vice President J.D. Vance over the drone strike that killed his wife, Twin Lakes may get a new mayor — and then stop being a city, and a new “drill” for carving pumpkins. ----- Executive Producer: Tracie Wells Collier Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie...
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NSS Daily Headlines October 19, 2026
Questions around the Red Lake Nation’s Chairman’s tenure, Minnesota’s measle count goes up, and space garbage lands in Stevens County. ----- Executive Producer: Tracie Wells Collier Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: “A large, metallic object,...
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NSS Daily Headlines October 16, 2026
Moose conservation efforts bring reasons to celebrate in Northern Minnesota, thousands of sandhill cranes flock to their annual stopover, and the latest in the Bureau of Indian Affairs’ investigation and takeover of Red Lake Nation’s child welfare program. ----- Executive Producer: Tracie Wells...
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NSS en español: Semana del 12 de octubre al 16 de octubre del 2026
Esta semana, un incendio pone en riesgo la herencia del idioma dakota y la sequía pone al descubierto los restos del pasado. This week, a fire puts the Dakota language heritage at risk, and the drought exposes the remains of the past. ----- Productor/Producer: Victor Palomino Voiceover/Voiceover:...
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NSS Daily Headlines October 15, 2026
Farmington celebrates Vikings, Minnesota State Colleges and Universities face tough financial decisions, and the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and the Bois Forte Band of Ojibwe holds an intertribal community feast. ----- Executive Producer: Tracie Wells Collier Producer: Xan Holston...
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NSS Weekly: What's Next for Copper-Nickel Mining in Minnesota?
This week, we hear how residents and tribal leaders are responding to a proposed copper-nickel mine in Central Minnesota. And how the mining industry addresses concerns about water quality, tribal nations' sovereignty, and the preservation of cultural heritage. ----- Executive Producer: Victor...
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NSS Daily Headlines October 15, 2026
Farmington celebrates Vikings, Minnesota State Colleges and Universities face tough financial decisions, and the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and the Bois Forte Band of Ojibwe holds an intertribal community feast. ----- Executive Producer: Tracie Wells Collier Producer: Xan Holston,...
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NSS Daily Headlines October 14, 2026
Irreplaceable Dakota language archives are safe after a fire, St. Paul public schools announce possible staff cuts, and a shipwreck emerges in Lake Superior. ----- Executive Producer: Tracie Wells Collier Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: A map of…
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NSS Daily Headlines October 13, 2026
Two Chippewa nations’ Minneapolis offices burn, feds raid Congresswoman Ilhan Omar’s D.C. home, and 50 years of central Minnesota symphonies. ----- Executive Producer: Tracie Wells Collier Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: Today is White Cane…
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NSS Daily Headlines October 12, 2026
Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Faith leaders speak out against Trump’s anti-Somali American statements, and scarecrows infest Waconia. ----- Executive Producer: Tracie Wells Collier Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: Waconia has scarecrows, but Oz...
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NSS en español: Semana del 05 de octubre al 09 de octubre del 2026
Esta semana, la nueva ley de nudificación está bloqueada temporalmente, Minneapolis celebra la Semana de las Empresas Latinas y un barco embrujado atraca en Duluth. This week, the new nudification law is temporarily blocked, Minneapolis celebrates Latino Business Week, and a haunted ship moors in...
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NSS Daily Headlines October 9, 2026
Allegations against the Cass Couty Sheriff, charges for vandalism in an Albert Lea high school, and Drunk History for a ball of twine ----- Executive Producer: Tracie Wells Collier Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image caption: A ball of twine in Darwin,...
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NSS Weekly: What Do New Cryptocurrency Banking Laws Mean for You?
This year, Minnesota's lawmakers passed new legislation governing their use and allowing state-chartered banks and credit unions to offer cryptocurrency custody services. This week, we look at what cryptocurrency is, and what the new rules mean for customers and financial institutions. Then, we...
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NSS Daily Headlines October 8, 2026
Somali parents and community leaders speak up on recent violence, Latino Business Week is in full swing, and Duluth’s The West Theatre looks to pack the house. ----- Executive Producer: Tracie Wells Collier Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: Duluth’s...
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NSS Daily Headlines October 7, 2026
More on measles, metro law enforcement responds to overnight shootings, and Stillwater smashes pumpkins. ----- Executive Producer: Tracie Wells Collier Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: A giant warty pumpkin [image credit: VasenkaPhotography, CC BY…
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NSS Daily Headlines October 6, 2026
West Metro communities come together to address recent shootings, Minnesota looks at renewing the energy grid, and Fond du Lac celebrates Sustainability Week. ----- Executive Producer: Tracie Wells Collier Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: Resident...
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NSS Daily Headlines October 5, 2026
Elon Musk’s AI company wins an appeal in the fight over the state’s anti-nudification law, more measles cases, and a haunted ship moors in Duluth. ----- Executive Producer: Tracie Wells Collier Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: A marker for William…
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NSS en español: Semana del 28 de septiembre al 02 de octubre del 2026
Esta semana, continúa la recuperación tras las inundaciones y la gripe aviar reaparece. This week, recovery following the floods continues, and bird flu reappears. ----- Productor/Producer: Victor Palomino Voiceover/Voiceover: Marisa Rueda y Rito Ayala ----- For the latest episode drops and...
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NSS Daily Headlines October 2, 2026
Renee Good’s family sues the U.S. government, Minneapolis restricts Waymos — for now, plus 600 sturgeon and a lot of beer steins. ----- Executive Producer: Tracie Wells Collier Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: Fond du Lac Band members released more...
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NSS Daily Headlines October 1, 2026
Minnesota’s Truth Council hears its last public testimony, voting and voter security, and a job college grads will go nuts for. ----- Executive Producer: Tracie Wells Collier Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: Planters Nutmobile [Image credit:...
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NSS Weekly: Becoming Aware of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorders
This week, we examine fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, or FASD, a silent condition that affects many school-age children in the United States. Then, we speak with an organization that supports pregnant people navigating substance use. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino Producers: Victor...
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NSS Daily Headlines September 30, 2026
Today is National Day of Remembrance for Indian Boarding School Survivors, Essentia ad HealthPartners plan a merger, and the fight over rainbows in Detroit Lakes continues. ----- Executive Producer: Tracie Wells Collier Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston...
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NSS Daily Headlines September 29, 2026
Mesabi Metallics plans a steel plant in Iowa, FEMA comes to New Richland, and a deadly rabbit virus hits Northwest Minnesota. ----- Executive Producer: Tracie Wells Collier Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: Mesbai Metallics speaks at the Oval Office...
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NSS Daily Headlines September 28, 2026
A legal battle over rainbows in schools, concerns about a quarry near Rochester’s airport, and Minnesota honors its fallen firefighters. ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: The Fallen Firefighter Memorial at the St. Paul Capitol [image credit:...
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NSS Daily Headlines September 25, 2026
Investigators share the cause of a fire that killed sports journalist Jesse Pierce and her three children, UMN plans big cuts, and the 4H dog show comes to the Fairgrounds. ----- Executive Producer: Tracie Wells Collier Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston...
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NSS en español: Semana del 21 de septiembre al 25 de septiembre de 2026
Esta semana, el sarampión está oficialmente activo en el sureste, un condado del centro-sur ha declarado el estado de emergencia local tras las inundaciones, y la familia de Renee Good, junto con un testigo del asesinato de Alex Preddy en Minneapolis, testificaron ante legisladores en Washington…
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NSS Daily Headlines September 24, 2026
A sexual harassment lawsuit at the top of St. Paul’s political world, Minneapolis wants “drivers” in driverless taxis, and the last drag racing of the season in Brainerd. ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: Renee Good’s mother Donna Ganger speaks...
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NSS Daily Headlines September 23, 2026
Friends and family look for answers in the death of a 17-year-old from Walker, Google offers some concessions in Hermantown, and New Richland deals with flooding. ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: A dump site for flood-damaged goods in New...
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NSS Weekly: The Legacy of Minnesota's Indian Boarding Schools
This week, we discuss the history of Indian boarding schools, and how it is still present in some survivors' lives. And we learn how indigenous language programs are playing a role in preserving culture, traditions, and creating connections across generations. ----- Executive Producer: Victor...
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NSS Daily Headlines September 22, 2026
The state Public Utility Commission takes Minnesota Valley Cooperative to task, Minnesota Lynx rookie Olivia Miles breaks a record, and more on state flooding over the weekend. ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: The state Public Utility…
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NSS Daily Headlines September 21, 2026
Flooding replaces drought in some parts of the state, Mesabi Metallics breaks ground, and it’s Yom Kippur. ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: A large crowd gathers at the Mesabi Metallics mine near Nashwauk to hear remarks from federal officials...
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NSS Daily Headlines September 18, 2026
Minnesota marks its first domestically spread case of measles, absentee and mail-in voting begins, and slew of weekend festivals. ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: One of the racers from Worthington’s King Turkey Day race [Image credit:...
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NSS en español: Semana del 14 de septiembre al 18 de septiembre de 2026
Esta semana, una conversación especial con motivo del Mes de Concienciación sobre los Trastornos del Espectro Alcohólico Fetal (TEAF). This week, a special conversation for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Month. ----- Productor/Producer: Victor Palomino Pie de foto: Celebraciones de la...
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NSS Weekly: The Land of 10,000 Lakes in an Era of Drought and Erosion
This week, we explore how drainage-caused erosion and pollution are affecting some communities across Minnesota. Then, a conversation about how the state's geological history has shaped today's weather challenges. Plus, how a changing climate is making these challenges even more urgent. And, are…
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NSS Daily Headlines September 17, 2026
Minneapolis prepares to say goodbye to local radio personality Charles “Chaz Millionaire” Dillon, Minneapolis Public Schools could close 16 schools, and the state’s Oromo population welcomes in its new year and a change of seasons. ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells…
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NSS Daily Headlines September 16, 2026
Capitol and courthouse safety, invasive species and ultrasonic buoys, and disability pride and voting. ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: Disability Pride Festival last year at the Capitol. [image credit: Advocating Change Together] Audio…
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NSS Daily Headlines September 15, 2026
Allina doctors and nurses go on strike, Minnesota and other states strike a settlement over AmeriCorps, and it’s Hispanic Heritage Month starting today. ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey proclaimed September 9th to…
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NSS Daily Headlines September 14, 2026
The Minnesota Supreme Court rules Oak Grove can use paper rosters this November, the DNR cancels one of Twin Metals’ land leases, and Duluth is already prepping for Christmas celebrations. ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: A man faces charges...
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NSS Daily Headlines September 11, 2026
The new Minnesota Military and Veterans’ Museum remembers 9/11, the results of the Minnesota House State Fair Poll are in, and Jesse James rides — and loses again — in Northfield. ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: Jesse James and the...
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NSS en español: Semana del 7 al 11 del septiembre de 2026
Esta semana, el servicio de inmigración y control de aduanas de los estados unidos, o ICE, por sus siglas en inglés publica el número de ciudadanos estadounidenses arrestados y una declaración federal de desastre por sequía permite ahora acceder a préstamos de emergencia en la parte norte del...
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NSS Daily Headlines September 10, 2026
The state is failing in how it grades assisted-living facilities, Minnesota is well-equipped for a presidential push to end protections for gray wolves, and the DNR wants to pay you for your Norway Pine pinecones ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston…
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NSS Weekly: Farming Innovation Could Make Tough Growing Years Fruitful
This week, as many Minnesota farmers head into the final months of harvest season, we look at the challenges the agriculture sector has faced this year, and how technology, diversification, and land conservation can shape farming in our state today and in the future. ----- Executive Producer:...
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NSS Daily Headlines September 9, 2026
After 30 years, the 165-mile Mesabi Trail is complete, Minnesota Supreme Court Justice Natalie Hudson hears her last oral arguments before she retires, and two new clinics come to Minneapolis’ Indian Cultural Corridor. ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan…
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NSS Daily Headlines September 8, 2026
Labor unions grow in Minnesota, a Stearns County man uses centuries-old Catholic edicts as a legal defences, and a herd of horses at Como Park turns 112. ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: One of the hand-carved horses at Como Park’s Cafesjian’s...
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NSS Daily Headlines September 7, 2026
A U.S. Forest Service facility in Grand Rapids won’t close, “Spider Man” claims self defense in assault case, and the state fair ends. ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: An updated law about stopping for school buses goes into effect. [photo...
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NSS en español: Semana del 31 de agosto al 4 de septiembre de 2026
Esta semana, hay más espacios en refugios para quienes intentan escapar de la violencia doméstica en el sureste y la mitad del territorio del estado se clasifica en condiciones de sequía severa o extrema. This week, there are more shelter spaces for those trying to escape domestic violence in the...
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NSS Daily Headlines September 4, 2026
An update on Wednesday’s mass shooting in Minneapolis, Anoka confronts a historical attempted lynching and honors the survivor, and the State Fair closes with a cultural bang. ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: A mob in Anoka tried to lynch…
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North Star Stories: Voices from Where We Live is comprised of a weekly 30-minute magazine-style newscast and daily, five-minute headlines segments that shine a spotlight on the stories and perspectives of Minnesota’s diverse communities, including Black, Latine, Asian American, East African individuals, people living with disabilities, LGBTQIA2S+ residents, laborers, veterans, and those from Greater Minnesota.
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