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Thursday will mark one year since the shooting at Annunciation Church and School in Minneapolis when a shooter opened fire during a back-to-school Mass. One hundred and sixteen bullets shattered windows of the building in less than two minutes. Two children, 8-year-old Fletcher Merkel and 10-year-old Harper Moyski, were killed. Twenty-eight other people were injured.On Monday, MPR News host Angela Davis talked with two parents of children who attend the school about how they plan to remember Aug. 27, 2025. “It's feeling really heavy,” said Brittany Haeg, whose first-grade son was shot last August and spent several days in intensive care. “We have three kids, and they're all very different ages and stages, and they feel very different about how they want to spend the day. And so, I think our day is about contingencies and contingencies for our contingencies. So we have a loose plan and a lot of adults, and we have staffed our house with friendly faces who are going to hang out there, so that we can sort of touch in and touch out throughout the day.” Haeg co-chairs the Annunciation Light Alliance, a nonprofit founded by parents to build safer communities for children, with Kristen Neville, who founded the organization. Neville is in a blended family with five children who attend Annunciation Catholic School. Like Haeg, she plans to lean into how her children are feeling. She also said she hopes to spend time with other Annunciation families.“I think our hope is to be able to spend time together with other Annunciation families. It's a comfort, and I think it's also a part of the healing journey that we have. I have a really strong sense of desire to want to give back to the community on that day, which is very much associated with what Annunciation is asking, right? People come and they ask us, ‘What can we do on this day? What are you doing?' It's a day really focused on remembrance, but it's also focused on moving your feet and on prayer. And so, I will be doing that, kind of working in the community. There's a really beautiful event that's been planned at Pearl Park by some of our representatives, and so I'll be there packing some kits for youth that experience homelessness right now.” Annunciation families push for laws to protect kids While reflecting on the last year, Haeg and Neville also talked about continuing their advocacy for changes that keep kids safe. During the legislative session earlier this year, the Annunciation Light Alliance took a nonpartisan stance and sought a layered approach to preventing gun violence with hopes of gaining support from both sides of the aisle. Parents backed a ban on assault-style weapons and high-capacity magazines, as well as more mental health support funding, funding for school safety programs and safeguards for children online. The Minnesota Senate, with its slight DFL majority, passed a comprehensive package with firearm restrictions and school safety provisions in early May. However, the state House — split 67-67 between parties — did not bring the bill to the floor for a vote. Companion bills also failed to make it out of committee. State lawmakers passed two laws the Annunciation Light Alliance says will help. One adds guardrails around social media accounts for Minnesota minors. Another requires schools to set up anonymous threat reporting systems, which allow people to report tips about potential threats and help with intervention. “I think the legislative session was disappointing for some people in terms of what got passed and that the gun violence — some of those efforts didn't get passed,” said Jillian Peterson, executive director of the Violence Prevention Project Research Center at Hamline University. Peterson said it has been “inspiring” to be part of the Governor's Statewide Safety Council, which Gov. Tim Walz established in December after the shooting to examine and reduce gun violence. Haeg and Neville are also on the council. “It's commissioners from all different state agencies, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the sheriffs, the chief of police, and it's getting all these people from different perspectives into a room once a month for like a three or four hour conversation about how complicated this is, about the root causes, about mental health and gun access and radicalization and social media, with the goal of putting together a really comprehensive package of recommendations for the legislature,” Peterson said. Peterson is hopeful that the connections forged on the council will encourage change. How to honor and help Peterson, who has studied mass shootings for years, said what stands out to her about Annunciation is that people are not focusing on the shooter. Instead, they're focusing on finding solutions to help children.“I think to take a tragedy like this and spin it into something incredibly positive about protecting children and about, ‘How do we do a better job of this? How do we hold each other up? How do we take care of each other?' To me, that's a remarkable conversation to come out of something this horrific.” As we approach Aug. 27, 2026, Haeg and Neville said they are often asked what people can do to help. “Sometimes I say just spending time with your own children and being able to be present and a part of their life, so that you can be able to help them continue to grow,” Neville said. “And nurture their environment that they're in when they go to school and are good stewards of the community and really express and represent those values that then can be presented and lived. That I think is something that is really helpful. I also think there is the element of just being engaged within your community on a broader basis, finding opportunities to take action if it's something that you feel called to.” Haeg added, “Have these conversations in your communities before tragedy strikes. Have it before your Aug. 27.” Subscribe to the MPR News with Angela Davis podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify or RSS.Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.    

08/14/26: Tyler Axness, Host of Afternoons Live, is in for Joel Heitkamp and is joined in the studio by Andrew Rockhold. Andrew is the Republican candidate running for Minnesota House District 4A, which covers all of Moorhead south of 15th Avenue North. He will face DFL candidate Erika Yoney in November. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It has come down to Anders Lee and Cedrick Frazier in the Hennepin County Attorney - we discuss the race, the wave of progressives in the DFL party, what separates his leadership as potentially the next Hennepin County Attorney compared to Mary Moriarty and Cedrick Frazier!

We keep pushing through the recaps and also the path towards November elections - so much on the primaries, the next chapter of candidates and volunteers doorknocking their way to Election Day, the state of the DFL when it comes to moderates and how the DFL has and plans to handle some of the bigger issues such as the massive fraud in the state!

Now that we are into Thursday - we check in with Blois Olson on some of the deeper digging he was able to do Wednesday amid the fallout of these races. Also, we discussed possibly transitioning into more of a face to face engagement with these candidates, doorknocking, etc and some discussion regarding GOP and DFL lines when it comes to some of the key points in these races!

Now that we are into Thursday - we check in with Blois Olson on some of the deeper digging he was able to do Wednesday amid the fallout of these races. Also, we discussed possibly transitioning into more of a face to face engagement with these candidates, doorknocking, etc and some discussion regarding GOP and DFL lines when it comes to some of the key points in these races!

We keep pushing through the recaps and also the path towards November elections - so much on the primaries, the next chapter of candidates and volunteers doorknocking their way to Election Day, the state of the DFL when it comes to moderates and how the DFL has and plans to handle some of the bigger issues such as the massive fraud in the state!

It has come down to Anders Lee and Cedrick Frazier in the Hennepin County Attorney - we discuss the race, the wave of progressives in the DFL party, what separates his leadership as potentially the next Hennepin County Attorney compared to Mary Moriarty and Cedrick Frazier!

Democrat Amy Klobuchar and Republican Lisa Demuth will compete to be Minnesota's next governor. Either would make history as the state's first woman leader. Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan won a decisive victory in the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate. Flanagan defeated U.S. Rep. Angie Craig. The margin of victory was much wider than many expected in a race where Flanagan was vastly outspent.At her victory party at First Avenue in downtown Minneapolis, Flanagan turned her gaze toward her November opponent, former sports broadcaster Michele Tafoya, who won the Republican nomination. Minnesota hasn't elected a Republican to the U.S. Senate since 2002. But Tafoya says she's a new kind of candidate and says she will not be beholden to her party or President Donald Trump.A crew member assigned to work to contain the wildfires that are burning in northern Minnesota has died. The incident management team that is overseeing firefighting operations says in a statement that “a medical emergency occurred” at about 10:40 a.m. Tuesday “involving an individual assigned to the incident.”Klobuchar is DFL nominee for governor, Demuth wins GOP race over two rivalsFlanagan wins DFL duel in Senate race, Tafoya claims GOP nod for open seatCrew member battling to contain northern Minnesota wildfires dies

Jason talks with the newly minted DFL nominee for US Senate, Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan. Why does she think MN voters should choose her over GOP candidate Michele Tafoya?

MPR News political analysts Chas Anderson and Todd Rapp dive deeper into the primary results and what they mean for the November midterm. Anderson, a Republican, is the CEO and senior principal at Park Street Public. Rapp is a DFL political analyst with Rapp Strategies.

From fraud to other major issues in Minnesota - we discuss it all with Senator Amy Klobuchar who joined Vineeta in the aftermath of her primary victory on the DFL side of the gubernatorial bid and where is the Democratic side of Minnesota headed - is the DFL becoming more moderate? Progressive - a lot to get to with Senator Klobuchar!

From fraud to other major issues in Minnesota - we discuss it all with Senator Amy Klobuchar who joined Vineeta in the aftermath of her primary victory on the DFL side of the gubernatorial bid and where is the Democratic side of Minnesota headed - is the DFL becoming more moderate? Progressive - a lot to get to with Senator Klobuchar!

It's finally here. Primary Day! What can we expect? Blois Olson joined Vineeta with a primer on the WCCO Morning News.

It's finally here. Primary Day! What can we expect? Blois Olson joined Vineeta with a primer on the WCCO Morning News.

A red hot race in the DFL Senate Primary. And with all the negativity was done away with by Vineeta. Candidate Flanagan discussed her credentials that makes her the best choice for Minnesota in tomorrow's Primary.

A red hot race in the DFL Senate Primary. And with all the negativity was done away with by Vineeta. Candidate Craig discussed her credentials that makes her the best choice for Minnesota in tomorrow's Primary.

A red hot race in the DFL Senate Primary. And with all the negativity was done away with by Vineeta. Candidate Craig discussed her credentials that makes her the best choice for Minnesota in tomorrow's Primary.

A red hot race in the DFL Senate Primary. And with all the negativity was done away with by Vineeta. Candidate Flanagan discussed her credentials that makes her the best choice for Minnesota in tomorrow's Primary.

Two big political forums drew large crowds at Farm Fest,. Blois Olson was there for both and has this recap on the WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar

Two big political forums drew large crowds at Farm Fest,. Blois Olson was there for both and has this recap on the WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar

Minnesota is recognizing veterans of the Secret War for the first time. During the Vietnam War, the CIA recruited tens of thousands of Hmong soldiers to carry out covert operations in Laos in support of U.S. efforts. Many later resettled in Minnesota, but they were not eligible for state veterans benefits.A new state law that took effect Aug. 1 changes that, allowing eligible Secret War veterans living in Minnesota to apply for state veterans benefits. The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs is holding its first benefits clinic to help veterans navigate the application process.MPR News host Nina Moini spoke with State Sen. Susan Pha, the DFL lawmaker who authored the legislation, about what the change means for Minnesota's Hmong veterans.

On Monday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: Jason talks about his trip to Mexico - specifically one tourist area known for haggling between customers and service providers. Turns out Instagram commenters thought that made him look like a cheap, ugly American. Do you agree? Then Jason's joined by Blois Olson from The Daily Agenda to talk about the DFL primary for US Senate and the angry tone it's taken - will that cost Democrats? 4pm Hour: Jason talks about Edina saying no to a bike lane plan. Has the push for bikers over cars gone too far? Then Dan Cook shares a "Monday Message" on political endorsements and why it's important for the church to stay away. 5pm Hour: Jason's back from Mexico and sat in first class for the first time - was it all it's cracked up to be? Then he's joined by Dave Schwartz who has his own first class story, plus they talk Twins, Vikings training camp and… Vixen?

There was another debate this morning between Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Rep. Angie Craig as they vie for the DFL spot on the ballot for US Senate. And the tone was as angry as it's been all campaign. Will the DFL risk losing that seat given the tone of the campaign? Jason talks with Blois Olson from the Daily Agenda.

Monday 3pm Hour: Jason talks about his trip to Mexico - specifically one tourist area known for haggling between customers and service providers. Turns out Instagram commenters thought that made him look like a cheap, ugly American. Do you agree? Then Jason's joined by Blois Olson from The Daily Agenda to talk about the DFL primary for US Senate and the angry tone it's taken - will that cost Democrats?

Visibility is the topic of discussion as many in the GOP look to win this year's Senate race, specifically Michele Tafoya who despite not having the GOP nomination, could be the best suited candidate to go up against the DFL in this race. Also, Lindsey Graham's sister is taking the interim Senator seat in wake of her brother's passing - that and more with Blois Olson including an upcoming debate on WCCO Radio!

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BVB kompakt am Morgen - 03.07.2026 Sicher dir unser Angebot für echte BVB-Fans: Nur 1 Euro für 8 Wochen! Einfach hier entlang: https://www.ruhrnachrichten.de/bvbpodcast Was bewegt dich gerade beim BVB? Schick uns deine Fragen oder Meinungen mit deinem Namen gerne als WhatsApp-Nachricht an 0151 15288444. Dann sprechen wir hier bei uns im Podcast darüber. Zu unseren Beiträgen: BVB startet gegen HSV in die neue Bundesliga-Saison. DFL veröffentlicht Spielplan https://www.ruhrnachrichten.de/bvb/borussia-dortmund-bundesliga-saison-start-gegen-hsv-dfl-spielplan-2026-27-w1215552-2002128704/ Wie der BVB durch ablösefreie Abgänge Millionen verschenkt. Dortmunds verlorenes Vermögen https://www.ruhrnachrichten.de/bvb/wie-der-bvb-durch-abloesefreie-abgaenge-millionen-verschenkt-w1214924-2002128297/ Sechser, Zehner, Tempo und Tore. Im BVB-Puzzle des Sommers fehlen noch viele Teile https://www.ruhrnachrichten.de/bvb/sechser-zehner-tempo-und-tore-im-bvb-puzzle-fehlen-viele-teile-w1215527-2002128389/ Das BVB-Team der Ruhr Nachrichten im ... Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

A new Supreme Court ruling won't affect voting by mail in Minnesota. An explanation from Blois Olson on The WCCO Morning News.

Some of Minnesota's biggest names are on the sidelines when it comes to endorsing candidates. Some insight from Blois Olson and Vineeta Sawkar on The WCCO Morning News.

Rep. Ilhan Omar stops by for a conversation in the middle of Lyndale Avenue, as she campaigns for re-election ahead of the August 11th DFL primary. Then we talk to Eric Harris Bernstein of the Minneapolis Board of Estimate & Taxation. Episode recorded at Open Streets on June 7, 2026.Watch: https://youtube.com/wedgeliveJoin the conversation: https://bsky.app/profile/wedge.liveSupport the show: https://patreon.com/wedgeliveWedge LIVE theme song by Anthony Kasper x LaFontsee

A sentencing date is pending for Vance Boelter after he pleaded guilty Thursday to federal charges stemming from last June's attacks on Minnesota lawmakers and their families. That includes the killings of former DFL House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, as well the attack on DFL state Senator John Hoffman, his wife, Yvette, and their daughter, Hope. Under terms of the plea deal, Boelter will spend the rest of his life in prison.More than a hundred men serving time at Rush City prison are boycotting the canteen to protest prison conditions. A federal judge has denied a request from independent journalists Don Lemon and Georgia Fort to release grand jury transcripts in their case. Target Field food and beverage workers announced they will strike on June 22 — during a game between the Twins and the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Mass shooting in west Texas; Operation Cluster; Elon Musk becomes a trillionaire; DFL chair Richard Carlbom talks about the memory and legacy of Speaker Melissa Hortman; aftermath of the guilty plea of the assassin; Williams Arena naming rights sold; drunk driver spared prison for killing pedestrian; Trump goes on another racist rant. The post The Matt McNeil Show – June 12, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

Vance Boelter today admitted killing a top DFL lawmaker and her husband during an early morning shooting rampage last year. Boelter's plea means federal prosecutors will not seek the death penalty. And the Minneapolis City Council voted today to waive a special tax assessment for property owners in George Floyd Square.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

As Minnesotans were waking up to the news of the attacks on state Rep. Melissa Hortman and state Sen. John Hoffman on June 14, 2025, some of the state's political leaders were also learning they might have been targeted. Authorities say they found writings by the gunman that included the names of dozens of politicians. They also say that between the attacks on the Hoffmans and Hortmans, he went to the homes of two other DFL lawmakers. One of them is Maple Grove and Osseo Rep. Kristin Bahner.A year later, like Sen. John Hoffman, she has decided to run for reelection, despite the terrifying events of last summer. Minnesota Now host Nina Moini spoke with Rep. Bahner about her decision to run again, in part, to carry on the legacy of her late colleague.

We're marking one year since the tragic killings of DFL state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark. A look at their legacy and how DFL state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife — who were injured in the attack — are recovering. We'll also talk another lawmaker who was targeted that night, state Rep. Kristin Bahner, on how she's grappling with safety and running for office.Then, the man who allegedly carried out the attacks pleaded guilty Thursday morning. We'll have the latest on the case.And we'll talk to two experts studying an uptick in political violence.Plus, the Hortmans' children share one of their parents' favorite songs.And we'll meet some puppies who are training to be service dogs in the Hortmans' honor.

Sam solves an acronym from a talkback and Jon shares a story from Alpha News regarding DFL candidates. Jon address comments from members of the GOP who criticized his show. Cally Proctor joins to share her background as a social commentator and her connection to the Annunciation shooting.

Sam solves an acronym from a talkback and Jon shares a story from Alpha News regarding DFL candidates. Jon address comments from members of the GOP who criticized his show. Cally Proctor joins to share her background as a social commentator and her connection to the Annunciation shooting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon has strong opinions on DFL voting issues in California and looks at President Trump's interview with Meet the Press. Minneapolis socialists announced their new platform and Jon has questions...

Jon has strong opinions on DFL voting issues in California and looks at President Trump's interview with Meet the Press. Minneapolis socialists announced their new platform and Jon has questions...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon offers his opinion on whether or not the candidates should abide by the GOP endorsement. Jon looks at Sen. Klobuchar's reaction to another DFL candidate being nominated at the DFL convention. Jon reviews the context around the moment of silence controversy.

Jon does a deeper dive into the results and controversies from the GOP and DFL conventions over the weekend. Daveed Gartenstien Ross joins where the conversation turns to AI radio and potential uses of AI in the legal system.

Jon offers his opinion on whether or not the candidates should abide by the GOP endorsement. Jon looks at Sen. Klobuchar's reaction to another DFL candidate being nominated at the DFL convention. Jon reviews the context around the moment of silence controversy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon does a deeper dive into the results and controversies from the GOP and DFL conventions over the weekend. Daveed Gartenstien Ross joins where the conversation turns to AI radio and potential uses of AI in the legal system.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday 3pm Hour: both the DFL and GOP held endorsing conventions over the weekend and neither went smoothly. Are incidents like the "moment of silence" for Derek Chauvin evidence that they're no longer helpful? Jason talks with listeners. Then he's joined by the newly endorsed GOP candidate for US Senate for Adam Schwarze who makes it clear he wasn't in the room for the "moment of silence" and doesn't want to talk about it.

On Monday's Drivetime with DeRusha.... 3pm Hour: both the DFL and GOP held endorsing conventions over the weekend and neither went smoothly. Are incidents like the "moment of silence" for Derek Chauvin evidence that they're no longer helpful? Jason talks with listeners. Then he's joined by the newly endorsed GOP candidate for US Senate for Adam Schwarze who makes it clear he wasn't in the room for the "moment of silence" and doesn't want to talk about it. 4pm Hour: Jason is joined by Kate Raddatz talking stress at work. Is "back to the office" making things worse? And Happy National Game Show Day! Then he talks with listeners about whether Lisa Demuth should abide by the endorsement or keep running for Governor after "voting irregularities". Plus, why did producer Dan Cook go camping this weekend? 5pm Hour: Jason replays his interview with GOP-endorsed candidate for Senate Adam Schwarze - do listeners think Jason was being "intellectually bankrupt"? Then he's joined by Dave Schwartz - the Vikings have a new GM, the Twins are the walking wounded, the Lynx keep winning and much more!

Republican and DFL party leaders have made endorsements in major statewide races. But internal divisions remain after this weekend's party conventions in Duluth and Rochester. Residents of the Twin Cities were recognized this weekend for their response during the surge of federal immigration agents. We heard from one community leader who accepted the award on behalf of his community.Teens looking for a job this summer may find a tougher job market than in the past. The teen unemployment rate has nearly doubled over the past year.Plus, a Minneapolis theater is bringing a classic American novel to the stage. And the Minnesota Now team visited a special central Minnesota gift shop just off Highway 10.The Minnesota Music Minute was “Balloon” by Leo Kottke and Mike Gordon. “Looking for Something” by Castlebeat was the Song of the Day.

Republicans gather in Duluth Friday to begin winnowing their field of U.S. Senate candidates. An endorsement contest could bring some to drop out of the race, but an August primary will determine the nominee for the general election.For Democrats, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan heads into this weekend's DFL state convention with a victory already in hand. Her opponent in the DFL Senate race, U.S. Rep Angie Craig, decided Wednesday to skip the convention, with the delegate math showing a strong advantage there for Flanagan. The two will instead battle it out in the August primary.Four Twin Cities leaders will accept the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation Profile in Courage Award this Sunday on behalf of the people of the Twin Cities.

Angie Craig will ignore the endorsement process and try to win the primary. The DFL is certainly at odds. Author's Corner featured the book "Theo of Golden." New Minneapolis interim police chief has her own baggage. Big Foot fans will gather in Ocala FL, just the state for Big Foot fans. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minneapolis police chief Brian O'Hara resigned Tuesday amid allegations that he interfered with an internal investigation. The investigation explored allegations that the chief had sexual relationships with city employees. According to investigators, there was sufficient evidence that O'Hara intentionally deleted data on his city-issued cell phone that was related to the investigation. At the DFL convention this weekend, the endorsement that will garner the most attention is in the U.S. Senate race. Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and U.S. Rep. Angie Craig are seeking their party's endorsement.The temporary closure of one of the state's few marijuana testing labs could spell trouble for the budding industry. Last week, Minnesota's Office of Cannabis Management froze testing at Legend Technical Services for failing to meet security and testing requirements. State law requires testing, but Minnesota already faces a backlog with demand spiking.