North Star Stories

As we approach the deadline set by the governor, we take a look at the state of broadband in Minnesota. Then, a man pleads guilty to mosque arsons. And, more than 50-thousand students benefit from a unique financial aid program. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Jose Ozoria Anchor: Grace Jacobson  Reader scripting: Victor Palomino Fact checking: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino  Edi...

A Minnesotan rock band is in the national spotlight. Plus, a new text message scam is targeting your personal banking information and, Minnesota expands legal cannabis sales. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Jamad Jama Anchor: Chantel SinGs Reader scripting: Victor Palomino  Fact checking: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino  Editorial support: Emily Krumberger  Mixing & mastering...

Officials warn about an invasive species in the Northeastern waters. Plus, early voting is underway in Minnesota and, a new state task force will try to make healthcare more affordable. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Victor Palomino Anchor: Grace Jacobson Reader scripting: Victor Palomino Fact checking: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino  Editorial support: Emily Krumberger  Mixing...

How do charter schools in our state get their funding? Faaya Adem finds out. Plus, a university in Northern Minnesota gets a new Chancellor, and archery deer season opens in Minnesota. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Faaya Adem Anchor: Chantel SinGs Reader scripting: Victor Palomino Fact checking: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino  Editorial support: Emily Krumberger  Mixing &...

As they prepare for their future, some college students in Minnesota face food insecurity. Reporter Britt Aamodt has the story. Also, a mother is charged after two students overdosed at a Minnesota school and the Duluth City Council moves to support the LGBTQIA2S+ community. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Britt Aamodt Anchor: Grace Jacobson  Reader scripting: Victor Palomino ...

For the first time in 40 years, an iconic concert celebrated farmers in the Twin Cities. Reporter Katharine DeCelle was there. Also on this North Star Stories, a former DFL State Senator is sentenced for burglary and a housing program investigation results in federal fraud charges. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Katharine DeCelle  Anchor: Chantel SinGs Reader scripting: Victo...

A police officer from Southeastern Minnesota strikes it rich. Then, Minnesota celebrates its cultural diversity with Hispanic Heritage Month. And, a much-needed animal shelter in North Central Minnesota is much closer to reality. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Frankie Felegy  Anchor: Grace Jacobson  Reader scripting: Joel Glaser Fact checking: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino  Ed...

Important new information for 23andMe customers. Then, automatic license plate readers raise concerns about how people's data is being used in north central Minnesota. And, why blue and green bows are appearing throughout the Twin Cities. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Victor Palomino Anchor: Chantel SinGs Reader scripting: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino  Fact checking: Joel Gl...

Some Minnesota lawmakers want tougher penalties for suspects who run from police. Then, North Star Stories takes a look at how to practice personal safety in the digital world. And, an effort in Grand Marais to get people to connect without technology. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Faaya Adem Anchor: Grace Jacobson  Reader scripting: Joel Glaser Fact checking: Joel Glaser, V...

A 72-year-old is facing possible prison time after threatening to shoot out the windows of a Duluth school. Then, as political polarization grows around the country, a state university teaches students how to confront and engage with differing perspectives. And what Minnesotans are saying about gun control at the state capitol.   ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Katharine DeCel...

Democrats and Republicans once again share control of the Minnesota House. Then, why some question how Minnesota legislators use omnibus bills to passing policy. And, volunteers roll up their sleeves for public lands. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Xan Holston Anchor: Grace Jacobson Reader scripting: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino  Fact checking: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino  E...

A Minnesota Mayor faces felony theft charges. Then, why a Minnesota grassland feels quieter. And, the state wants to hear from the Latine community. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Maija Hecht Anchor: Chantel SinGs Reader scripting: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino  Fact checking: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino  Editorial support: Emily Krumberger  Mixing & mastering: Chris Harw...

A drug bust in north central Minnesota is making national news, but not because of the drugs. Then, a Minnesota team is making headlines on the basketball court. And, why you might be seeing more purple around the state this month. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Mik Finnegan  Anchor: Grace Jacobson  Reader scripting: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino Fact checking: Joel Glaser, Vi...

In today's newscast, why employees in Minnesota can refuse to attend a mandatory meeting at work. Then, those who fought secretly for the US military in Vietnam earn long-awaited veteran status in our state. And a reminder about the importance of getting well water tested. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Jamad Jama  Anchor: Chantel SinGs  Reader scripting: Victor Palomino  Fac...

The city of Ely is one step closer to requiring police officers to wear body cameras. Then, a move by the federal government that could impact the state's solar energy goals, and Governor Walz tries to make it easier for Minnesotans to get COVID-19 vaccines. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Jose Ozoria  Anchor: Grace Jacobson  Reader scripting: Joel Glaser Fact checking: Joel G...

In this North Star Stories newscast, Minnesota's Washington delegation honors the state's school shooting victims on the Senate Floor. Then, a ban on a gun device triggers a bigger question about legislation, and Democrats in the Minnesota House of Representatives have elected a new leader. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Xan Holston  Anchor: Chantel SinGs  Reader scripting: V...

Minnesota's Secretary of State fires back at Washington over what he says are false election claims. Then, an iconic concert comes to the North Star Sate for the first time in 40 years. And, a fashion designer from Duluth is heading to the nation's biggest stage. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Mik Finnegan Anchor: Grace Jacobson  Reader scripting: Victor Palomino Fact checkin...

Minnesota businesses brace for an increase in the state's minimum wage. Then, WTIP reports on a new population – of turtles - living in northeast Minnesota. And, a Twin Cities high school student gets national recognition. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Victor Palomino  Anchor: Chantel SinGs Reader scripting: Victor Palomino  Fact checking: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino  Edito...

The State secures federal funding for education. Then, what is in our food? Why lawmakers are banning some popular food dyes. And, a new renewable energy project gets the green light in Minnesota. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Britt Aamodt Anchor: Grace Jacobson  Reader scripting: Victor Palomino Fact checking: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino  Editorial support: Emily Krumberge...

The case against a Wisconsin judge accused of helping an immigrant avoid arrest moves forward. Why some communities are still flying the old state flag. And, how the state became the home to one of the oldest LGBTQ2S+ libraries. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Lydia Moran Anchor: Chantel SinGs  Reader scripting: Victor Palomino Fact checking: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino  Edit...

In today's North Star Stories newscast, the viral video of a woman making racial slurs has resulted in even more criminal charges. State leaders face questions after the latest mass shooting. And, Minnesota blood banks need your donations. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Xan Holston  Anchor: Grace Jacobson  Reader scripting: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino Fact checking: Joel Gla...

Communities negatively impacted by the fact that cannabis was once illegal are getting a big boost from the state. Then, a new team in Willmar brings their own traditions to the country's national sport. And, it looks like Minnesota will end up being the home to two hockey Halls of Fame. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Jose Ozoria Anchor: Grace Jacobson  Reader scripting: Vict...

A court reverses the conviction of a pipeline protester in Northern Minnesota. Then, Minnesota attracts athletes from around the globe for the USA Wheelchair Softball World Series. And, a new renewable energy project gets the green light. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Katharine DeCelle  Anchor: Chantel SinGs  Reader scripting: Victor Palomino, Joel Glaser  Fact checking: Joe...

Why Minnesota is suing TikTok. Then, as we approach the beginning of the school year, we take a look at the controversy and confusion around charter schools. And, a Fond du Lac member is recognized for language revitalization. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Faaya Adem  Anchor: Grace Jacobson  Reader scripting: Joel Glaser, Victor Palomino Fact checking: Joel Glaser, Victor Pa...

The free speech debate in Forest Lake heats up, prompting police to remove a resident from a school board meeting. Then, a Northern county is seeking solutions to its housing shortage. And, more driverless cars are going to be on the streets of North Central Minnesota. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino  Producer: Ngoc Bui  Anchor: Chantel SinGs  Reader scripting: Xan Holston, Joel Glaser F...