Each year, MPR News’ freelance and staff photographers capture moments of celebration, protest, grief and resilience. See highlights from the past year and get the perspectives of the visual journalists who captured these images.
The United States hit Venezuela with a “large-scale strike” early Saturday and said its president, Nicolás Maduro, had been captured and flown out of the country after months of stepped-up pressure by Washington.
On Thursday, Jan. 1, the Minnesota Orchestra rang in 2026 with pianist Aaron Diehl and a program featuring music by Tilson Thomas, Andres, Bernstein and Copland. Listen to the concert now!
The Beatles began work on 'Let It Be', Sid Vicious went to trial, John and Yoko's album caused some controversy, Elvis hit No. 1, Ozzy got back with his band, and Rick Hall passed away, Today in Music History.
