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As this historical moment unfolds, Historical Society is taking notes

May 2, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic is destined to be part of history, and historians are collecting artifacts in real time. - COVID-19 How it compares with other diseases in 5 charts - ‘I don’t have the virus’ Asian Americans in MN confront COVID-19 backlash Support MPR News: Your donation has the power to keep MPR News strong and accessible to all during this crisis and beyond. Donate today.

Listen to 'Alone Together' with Cantus

May 1, 2020

Join Cantus for 'Alone Together,' a special program highlighting mental health topics including depression and anxiety. The program is a collaboration with Call To Mind for Mental Health Month. MPR music programming is only possible with member support.

Bring the Sing Home: Join us for 'Here Comes the Sun' at 5:55 p.m. Friday

May 1, 2020

We're doing it again! We invite everyone across Minnesota — and even beyond — to join us for Bring the Sing Home, a moment of song, at 5:55 p.m. CDT today Friday, May 1. Thanks to community feedback and suggestions, we have a fresh song for Friday: the Beatles' "Here Comes the Sun"! At 5:55 p.m., "Here Comes the Sun" will be broadcast simultaneously on Classical MPR, The Current and MPR News, welcoming listeners everywhere to sing loud and proud. Find the lyrics online. MPR music programming is only possible with member support.

MPR News Minnesota Today podcast delivers daily essential COVID-19 local news

April 20, 2020

Information overload? Get the most important info on COVID-19 and its impact on Minnesota in under 10 minutes a day. Subscribe to the Minnesota Today podcast from MPR News and stay up to date on your schedule. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or RSS More ways to stay up-to-date: Get the a.m. newsletter MPR News Guides and Tips: Stay-at-home order FAQ | Submit your questions | What you need to know | How to help | Parent tips | Share your experience

Call to Mind: Find help during the COVID-19 crisis

April 18, 2020

We’re all going through COVID-19 together. You are not alone. If you need some real, virtual support, Call to Mind has a listing of online groups that could help you find your flock. Call to Mind: More COVID-19 Wellness

COVID-19: Coverage of the pandemic from MPR News

March 21, 2020

Count on MPR News to provide the latest news, resources, guides and tips to help you stay up to date with the news of the coronavirus outbreak and how to navigate what Gov. Tim Walz called “our new normal.” Stay up-to-date: Get our a.m. newsletter | Subscribe to our daily podcast Guides and Tips: Submit your questions | What you need to know | How to help | Parent tips

MPR | APM 2019 Annual Report: Now Available!

February 13, 2020

We are honored to serve curious listeners by providing trusted, fact-based journalism and compelling cultural programming to audiences in Minnesota and around the globe. This privilege is made possible only by your generous support, and our 2019 annual report celebrates you. Find the 2019 Annual Report here. Video: A Message of Gratitude: https://vimeo.com/381337512

Listen to The Current via Smart Speakers

October 24, 2018

Listen to The Current on Google Home and Amazon's Echo devices, and get enhanced functionality -- song names, requests, song of the day -- by using The Current’s Alexa Skill.