Minnesota Public Radio (St. Paul, MN)
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Minnesota Public Radio (MPR), is a public radio network for the state of Minnesota. With its three services, News & Information, Classical Music and The Current, MPR operates a 44-station regional radio network in the upper Midwest serving over 9 million people. MPR has 127,150 members and more than one million listeners each week, the largest audience of any regional public radio network. Source
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| Scope | Local |
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| Language | English |
| Country | United States of America |
| Media Market | Minneapolis-Saint Paul |
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Search ArticlesThe Current partners with Radio Milwaukee and Converge Media for exclusive Eaux Claires Festival programming
Jul 23, 2026 ST. PAUL, Minn., July 23, 2026 — The Current is partnering with Radio Milwaukee and Converge Media to share special programming on-air, online, and on-site around the Eaux Claires Festival, taking place Friday, July 24, and Saturday, July 25, at Carson Park Stadium in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. The partnership unites three non-commercial, community-focused radio stations committed to expanding access to music and arts storytelling.
Rock the Cradle Returns to Mia and Children’s Theatre Company on June 14
May 26, 2026 The Current’s annual, family-friendly event, presented by M Health Fairview Pediatrics, will rock the Minneapolis Institute of Art and Children’s Theatre Company ST. PAUL, Minn., May 26, 2026 – Rock the Cradle, The Current’s annual free event for kids and their grownups, returns Sunday, June 14. Explore music, art, and culture at the Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia) and Children’s Theatre Company (CTC).
MPR News names Ben Cathey as new chief meteorologist
May 18, 2026 ST. PAUL, Minn., May 18, 2026 – MPR News has announced that following a national search, award-winning meteorologist Ben Cathey will serve as the next chief meteorologist. Cathey will take the helm from veteran meteorologist Paul Huttner, who retired earlier this spring. Cathey holds meteorology certifications from the American Meteorological Society and National Weather Association and is a nationally recognized science communicator.
Performance Today selects Gabriela Ortiz as 2026 Classical Woman of the Year
Mar 30, 2026 ST. PAUL, Minn., March 30, 2026 – YourClassical's Performance Today, America’s most popular classical music radio show, is pleased to announce the selection of Gabriela Ortiz as the program’s 2026 Classical Woman of the Year. This prestigious title is awarded to exceptional women who have made significant contributions to the world of classical music and who provide inspiration for listeners. “Many composers can illustrate a scene, a painting to be admired at arm’s length.
Performance Today names four students for 2026 Young Artist in Residency Series
Feb 24, 2026 ST. PAUL, Minn., Feb. 24, 2026 – YourClassical’s Performance Today, America’s most popular classical music radio show, announces the four distinguished young musicians who have been selected as part of Performance Today Young Artists in Residence program. Each year, Performance Today works with the top music conservatories from around the country to identify their most promising talent to take part in the program.
Meet Minnesota Bathrobe Lady Sam Stroozas of MPR News
Feb 13, 2026 Earlier this week, an unexpected and fast-moving incident unfolded in St. Paul, Minnesota involving both federal and local law enforcement. As crowds gathered and questions mounted, one of our MPR News reporters, Sam Stroozas, realized she lived just blocks away. She did what reporters do. She went. There wasn’t time to change clothes. Sam arrived in a bathrobe and slippers and began reporting from the scene. A photo captured the moment.
Minnesota Public Radio holds inaugural College Emerging Voices showcase | Minnesota Public Radio
Feb 12, 2026 Teams from universities across Minnesota pitched their big ideas for local media ST. PAUL, Minn., Feb. 12, 2026 – Minnesota Public Radio (MPR), in partnership with the Glen Nelson Center at American Public Media Group, held its inaugural College Emerging Voices showcase on Tuesday, awarding $7,000 in prize money to students from around the state.
MPR News names managing editor and promotes veteran editor/correspondent to deputy managing editor, investigations | Minnesota Public Radio
Dec 18, 2025 Darius Walker to join the organization, while longtime senior editor and correspondent Curtis Gilbert will move to new role ST. PAUL, Minn., Dec. 18, 2025 – Following a national search, MPR News announces two major leadership hires: Darius Walker will be the station’s new managing editor, and Curtis Gilbert will be the deputy managing editor of investigations. The two will start in their new roles on Jan. 5 and Dec. 28, respectively.
Minnesota Public Radio to host retail pop-up at Mall of America
Dec 12, 2025 Holiday shoppers can buy limited-edition totes and hats in-person and online ST. PAUL, Minn., Dec. 12, 2025 – Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) unveils a limited-edition Mall of America pop-up experience and collection of tote bags, hats and patches inspired by the creativity, community and local pride that make Minnesota special.
Minnesota Public Radio announces eight new board members to its Board of Trustees
Dec 4, 2025 ST. PAUL, Minn., Dec. 4, 2025 – Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) announces today the election of eight new members to its Board of Trustees. Four of the new Trustees joined the MPR board in early December and four will join in April 2026, following a national search with Potrero Group. This is the organization’s first public search for new Trustees and advisory council members. The new members hail from across the country and various industries, including the nonprofit sector.