North Star Stories

AMPERS

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North Star Stories: Voices from Where We Live is comprised of a weekly 30-minute magazine-style newscast and daily, five-minute headlines segments that shine a spotlight on the stories and perspectives of Minnesota’s diverse communities, including Black, Latine, Asian American, East African individuals, people living with disabilities, LGBTQIA2S+ residents, laborers, veterans, and those from Greater Minnesota.

13h ago

NSS en español: semana del 8 de junio 2026

La policía del estado alerta sobre un nuevo modelo de estafa. Una comunidad de la zona metro rechaza las cámaras de vigilancia y la cara de un bebé le da un nuevo motivo de orgullo a Mineesata.Police warn of a new type of scam, a metro-area community rejects surveillance cameras, and a baby's face gives Minnesota a new reason for pride. -----ProductorProducer: Victor PalominoVoiceover: Marisa Rueda, Rito AyalaPie de foto: Ciberseguridad, estafa con el símbolo de la criptomoneda Bitcoin sobre fondo blanco, primer plano. [Crédito fotográfico: ADOBE stock por prima91]Image: cyber security, scam with Bitcoin cryptocurrency symbol on white background, close-up. [credit: ADOBE stock By prima91]----- For the latest episode drops and updates, follow us on social media. instagram.com/ampersradio/ instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/ Never miss a beat. Sign up for our email list to receive news, updates and content releases from AMPERS. ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/ This show is made possible by community support. Due to cuts in federal funding, the community radio you love is at risk. Your support is needed now more than ever. Donate now to power the community programs you love: ampers.org/fund

5 min
18h ago

NSS Daily Headlines: June 12, 2026

Vance Boelter changes his plea to guilty and will spend life in prison, community members around George Floyd Square won’t be charged for infrastructure changes, and the 158th White Earth Treaty Day Celebration and Powwow kicks off.----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: US Attorney for Minnesota Daniel Rosen announces Vance Boelter’s plea deal [credit: Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension] ----- For the latest episode drops and updates, follow us on social media. instagram.com/ampersradio/ instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/ Never miss a beat. Sign up for our email list to receive news, updates and content releases from AMPERS. ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/ This show is made possible by community support. Due to cuts in federal funding, the community radio you love is at risk. Your support is needed now more than ever. Donate now to power the community programs you love: ampers.org/fund

5 min
1d ago

NSS Weekly: One of the Midwest's Largest Trans Pride Celebrations Is Here in Minnesota

This week, residents in Northern Minnesota find a space to celebrate trans joy. Then, how a group of Minnesota athletes is preparing to be the center of a national sports competition. And, Minnesota has a new claim to babyface fame. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino Producers: Katharine DeCelle, Emily Krumberger Anchor: Chantel SinGs Reader scripting: Xan Holston, Tracie Wells Collier, Victor Palomino Fact checking: Victor Palomino, Joel Glaser Editorial support: Emily Krumberger Production Coordinator: Britt Aamodt Mixing & mastering: Chris HarwoodImage: ThatQueerIsa performing at Trans Joy Fest 2026. [credit: Emily Krumberger] ----- For the latest episode drops and updates, follow us on social media. instagram.com/ampersradio/ instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/ Never miss a beat. Sign up for our email list to receive news, updates and content releases from AMPERS. ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/ This show is made possible by community support. Due to cuts in federal funding, the community radio you love is at risk. Your support is needed now more than ever. Donate now to power the community programs you love: ampers.org/fund

29 min
1d ago

NSS Daily Headlines: June 11, 2026

The Upper Sioux Community gets closer to energy sovereignty, scammers move on from crypto kiosks, and a North Shore easement protects nearly 1,000 acres of forest.----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: North Shore forest land [credit: Xan Holston] ----- For the latest episode drops and updates, follow us on social media. instagram.com/ampersradio/ instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/ Never miss a beat. Sign up for our email list to receive news, updates and content releases from AMPERS. ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/ This show is made possible by community support. Due to cuts in federal funding, the community radio you love is at risk. Your support is needed now more than ever. Donate now to power the community programs you love: ampers.org/fund

5 min
2d ago

NSS Daily Headlines: June 10, 2026

A real estate broker accused of religious discrimination goes on trial, the University of Minnesota forges a new partnership with Fairview, and a preview of next week’s coverage remembering Melissa Hortman.----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: DFL Leader Melissa Hortman in 2 [credit: Michele Jokinen, House Public Information Services] ----- For the latest episode drops and updates, follow us on social media. instagram.com/ampersradio/ instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/ Never miss a beat. Sign up for our email list to receive news, updates and content releases from AMPERS. ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/ This show is made possible by community support. Due to cuts in federal funding, the community radio you love is at risk. Your support is needed now more than ever. Donate now to power the community programs you love: ampers.org/fund

5 min
3d ago

NSS Daily Headlines: June 9, 2026

The Bois Forte Band of Chippewa live streams its election count, Mesabi Metallics gets closer to opening, and a bomb threat interrupts attempts to smell a flower that reeks like rotting flesh.----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: The blooming of Como Park Zoo & Conservatory’s Corpse Flower, Horace, was nearly ruined by a bomb threat. [credit: Como Park Zoo & Conservatory]----- For the latest episode drops and updates, follow us on social media. instagram.com/ampersradio/ instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/ Never miss a beat. Sign up for our email list to receive news, updates and content releases from AMPERS. ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/ This show is made possible by community support. Due to cuts in federal funding, the community radio you love is at risk. Your support is needed now more than ever. Donate now to power the community programs you love: ampers.org/fund

5 min
4d ago

NSS Daily Headlines: June 8, 2026

As one Northland wildfire is contained, two more pop up, rural healthcare providers find strength in numbers, and a Minnesota Gerber baby.----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston Image: A firefighter walks the hose line for the Birch Bay Fire. [credit: inciweb.wildfire.gov]----- For the latest episode drops and updates, follow us on social media. instagram.com/ampersradio/ instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/ Never miss a beat. Sign up for our email list to receive news, updates and content releases from AMPERS. ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/ This show is made possible by community support. Due to cuts in federal funding, the community radio you love is at risk. Your support is needed now more than ever. Donate now to power the community programs you love: ampers.org/fund

5 min
Jun 5

NSS en español: semana del 1 de junio 2026

La modernización del aeropuerto de Makato sufre retrasos por financiación. St Cloud detiene un proyecto de vivienda para los más vulnerables, y un nuevo centro cultural Dakota abre en las ciudades gemelas.The modernization of Mankato Airport faces delays due to funding issues. St Cloud halts a housing project for the most vulnerable, and a new Dakota cultural center opens in the Twin Cities.-----ProductorProducer: Victor PalominoVoiceover: Marisa Rueda, Rito AyalaPie de foto: Pie de foto: Habitantes de Minnesota marchan sosteniendo una enorme representación de la Carta de Derechos en protesta contra las medidas federales de control migratorio en Minneapolis. Los habitantes de las Ciudades Gemelas de Minnesota han sido galardonados con el premio «Profile in Courage» (Perfil de Coraje) de John F. Kennedy por su respuesta a la Operación Metro Surge. [Crédito fotográfico: Xan Holston]Image: Minnesotans marching holding a massive Bill of Rights in protest to federal immigration enforcement in Minneapolis. The people of the Twin Cities of Minnesota have been honored with a John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award for their response to Operation Metro Surge. [credit: Xan Holston]

5 min

North Star Stories: Voices from Where We Live is comprised of a weekly 30-minute magazine-style newscast and daily, five-minute headlines segments that shine a spotlight on the stories and perspectives of Minnesota’s diverse communities, including Black, Latine, Asian American, East African individuals, people living with disabilities, LGBTQIA2S+ residents, laborers, veterans, and those from Greater Minnesota.

Creator

AMPERS
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

368
Rating

Clean
Copyright

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North Star Stories