Observe Women's History Month with The Current
March 18, 2021
Each weekday in March, we're paying tribute to a different musical icon in honor of Women's History Month.
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Atlanta-area shootings leave 8 dead, many of Asian descent
March 17, 2021
Updated: 6:46 a.m. A series of shootings over nearly an hour at three Atlanta area massage parlors left eight people dead and raised fears that the attack was yet another hate crime against people of Asian descent. - Attacks Asian Americans experience 'far more' hate incidents than numbers indicate - 'I don't have the virus' Asian Americans in Minnesota confront a COVID-19 backlash - Reporter Hannah Yang I have felt the sting of pandemic-fueled racism - Call to Mind Dealing with Anti-Asian discrimination during the pandemic - How to be an ally For Asian Americans facing racism
Irish Inspirations: Celebrating Women in Irish Music
March 17, 2021
Listen to this classical music special that does double duty and looks at music from Ireland, with an emphasis on women composers and performers, as well as music with female themes.
Podcast: In Front of Our Eyes
March 16, 2021
In March 2021, the first of the former officers charged in the killing of George Floyd will go on trial in Minnesota. Police officers are rarely prosecuted in such cases—and the world will be watching. MPR News, which has followed this case in detail from the beginning, will bring listeners updates on this monumental case, and the consequences it holds for the city and the country. Subscribe now to In Front of Our Eyes, created in collaboration with American Public Media.
Your questions about the Chauvin trial, answered
March 15, 2021
With jury selection underway in the murder and manslaughter trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, who was recorded kneeling on George Floyd’s neck for more than eight minutes, MPR News received a lot of audience questions. - Questions and Answers
Talking Volumes: Talking Race with N. Scott Momaday
March 14, 2021
In Earth Keeper: Reflections on the American Land, N. Scott Momaday reflects on his native ground and its influence on his people. In this moving and lyrical book, which includes original artwork by the author, Momaday offers an homage and a warning. He reminds us that the Earth is a sacred place of wonder and beauty; a source of strength and healing that must be protected before it’s too late. As he so eloquently yet simply expresses, we must all be keepers of the Earth. Attend Talking Volumes: Talking Race with N. Scott Momaday Tuesday, March 16 7 p.m. CT ONLINE event | Get Tickets
Classical Kids Music Lessons: Women's History Month
March 14, 2021
During the month of March, Classical MPR celebrates Women's History Month as a way to give special recognition to the contributions and achievements of women. This Classical Kids Music Lesson features five women composers.
Biden sets goal of July 4th to 'mark independence from this virus'
March 13, 2021
President Joe Biden is aiming for the country to begin to find a degree of normalcy and begin to move on from the coronavirus pandemic by the July 4th holiday, Biden announced in his first prime-time address Thursday night from the White House on the one-year anniversary of the pandemic. - Poll Majority approves of Biden's handling of pandemic
Shuttered venue grants are coming in April, after a long wait
March 13, 2021
The live music industry breathed a sigh of relief when Congress passed a $15 billion grant program for struggling venues. But owners still face uncertainty and delays.
Chauvin trial live: Race, ethnicity questions bubble in jury selection
March 12, 2021
Prosecutors have raised questions of bias in defense decisions dismissing several prospective jurors. The judge says he sees “no pattern whatsoever.” Jury selection continues Friday. - Thursday Judge reinstates 3rd-degree murder charge; 6th juror chosen - Jury selection How jurors will be picked in the Derek Chauvin trial - Your questions about the trial, answered Jury selection, the charges and more