MN Daily News: In The Know

Lucas Vasquez explores the systemic inequities behind swimming ability, and a free swim program working to reduce disparities in swim education and safety.

The incoming editor-in-chief and managing editor discuss student reporting experiences and goals for the newsroom. 

On the Mississippi River, a unique division one team made up of mostly walk-ons pushes past their physical and mental limits to succeed

The Daily editor-in-chief and managing editor reflect on the 2025-26 year, the lessons they learned and how they dealt with unexpected challenges.

How is the generative AI boom impacting creative spaces such as music, vocal performance and animation?

Whether curious or critical of AI, students are invited to explore its possibilities in Walter Library

The city desk reporter reflects on her first year at The Daily, covering ICE and learning how to approach community-centered reporting.

Minnesota's secretary of state and a political science expert weigh in on if the SAVE America Act would actually address voter fraud — or simply shut out eligible voters.

Students and experts discuss how rising tuition costs can impact academic performance and mental health. 

An expert in Iranian politics traces the decades of conflict leading to today’s war between the U.S. and Iran, while an Iranian student reflects on watching it unfold from afar.  

 As administrators revisit tenure policy, teaching professors say the review raises questions about stability, hiring and the future of their roles.  

How the University of Minnesota governing Board operates and why its 9–3 decision on institutional neutrality has sparked campus debate

The show's breakout success reveals both progress in LGBTQ+ representation and ongoing gaps in who gets to shape queer narratives. 

Three entrepreneurs share how they run nail and clothing resale businesses while navigating full credit loads and fluctuating sales.

Hear from students, faculty and protestors on what it has been like living amid an unprecedented time, amid rising human rights concerns and discussion of legal recourse.

A conversation with the Daily’s multimedia editor.

Students and experts on navigating today’s job market

Elections, ICE activity, campus safety, sports highlights and the pop culture moments that dominated the fall. 

What does this mean for streaming services, movie theaters and Minnesotan movie lovers? 

UMN students, faculty and a high schooler reflect on screen time, phone bans and what it takes to truly unplug

Latino students share how the group, Mi Gente, has shaped their university experience and become a second-family. 

Hear from students, food shelf organizers and university staff about how college students struggle with food insecurity and the SNAP freeze  

Two UMN political experts unpack the partisan battle, public frustration and what’s at stake for Minnesotans during this government shutdown. 

University students and Minnesota Daily journalists share their concerns about AI’s uses, future, and the policies shaping its place on campus.   ALL CONTRIBUTORS: Ceci Heinen, Jeff Young, Wren Warne-Jacobsen, Vivian Wilson, Callie Burch, Amy Watters, Matthew Jegers, Atticus Marse, Lucas Vasquez, Grace Aigner.   Extra editing help from Rob McGinley Meyers.