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Listen to a musical celebration of John Williams for his 93rd birthday

Listen to a musical celebration of John Williams for his 93rd birthday

Composer John Williams turns 93 on Feb. 8. To celebrate, we’re presenting an encore of a special Minnesota Orchestra concert in tribute to the iconic composer. And ‘Saturday Cinema’ host Lynne Warfel has compiled the Ultimate John Williams Playlist for your listening pleasure. Enjoy!

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Minnesota joins lawsuit against Trump’s move to restrict gender-affirming care 

Minnesota joins lawsuit against Trump’s move to restrict gender-affirming care 

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, along with attorneys general from Washington and Oregon and three unnamed doctors, filed a federal lawsuit Friday calling for a halt on a presidential executive order that would end federal funding to medical institutions that provide gender-affirming care. 

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Go behind the scenes of Minnesota Opera's 'The Snowy Day'

Go behind the scenes of Minnesota Opera's 'The Snowy Day'

Minnesota Opera presents ‘The Snowy Day,’ the story of a young boy who finds joy and wonder in the first snowfall of winter. Listen as host Tynia Major speaks to cast members and watch how the crew makes snowball props in advance of the Feb. 8 premiere.

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Coffee Break: Los Angeles

Coffee Break: Los Angeles

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that mention Los Angeles would you like to hear?