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Talking Volumes 2026

Talking Volumes 2026

Twenty-seven seasons in, Talking Volumes — presented by MPR News and the Minnesota Star Tribune — remains one of the region’s most anticipated literary event series. This fall, five bestselling authors sit down with award-winning journalists Kerri Miller and Catharine Richert for deep conversations about their books, their lives, and the ideas shaping our world. And we’ll do it all in a welcoming new home: The O’Shaughnessy Auditorium at St. Catherine University.

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St. Paul police chief sues Mayor Kaohly Her, alleging sexual harassment and retaliation

St. Paul police chief sues Mayor Kaohly Her, alleging sexual harassment and retaliation

The 73-page civil complaint, filed Wednesday morning in Ramsey County District Court by Henry’s attorney Chris Madel, includes allegations of unwanted touching, sexual comments and repeated attempts by Her to develop a closer personal relationship with Henry.

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Listen to the 2026 BBC Proms on YourClassical

Listen to the 2026 BBC Proms on YourClassical

The BBC Proms concerts return to YourClassical for the 2026 season. Enjoy live performances featuring world-class ensembles, conductors and soloists from the Royal Albert Hall in London. Listen at 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. on weekdays through Sept. 25 — plus on-demand audio for 30 days afterward.

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Music News Sept. 24: Michael Kiwanuka announces new album ‘FUDGE’ after suffering stroke, Angine de Poitrine Awarded 2026 Polaris Prize

Music News Sept. 24: Michael Kiwanuka announces new album ‘FUDGE’ after suffering stroke, Angine de Poitrine Awarded 2026 Polaris Prize

Listen to The Current’s Morning Show every weekday at 9 a.m. to hear news from around the world of music.