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Join Sean McPherson and the City Cast Twin Cities team every weekday morning as we bring you the day's conversations about life in the Twin Cities. With our cast of journalists, activists, experts and residents, we celebrate our wins with beaming pride, critique our shortcomings with the attention of a seed art judge and mutter “that’s interesting” for anything in between. Alongside our daily newsletter, we put the spotlight on the news and culture of the Twin Cities from every perspective we can find – including yours. It’s like a potluck where everyone’s invited and no one brings grape salad. So whether you've been here long enough to remember the Halloween blizzard of 1991, or you just bought your first winter coat, bring your dish over and let's talk. Learn more and subscribe to our newsletter at ⁠twincities.citycast.fm⁠.

  1. 3D AGO

    What the Insurrection Act Could Mean for Minnesota

    A week after an ICE agent shot and killed Renee Macklin Good, a federal officer shot a man in the leg in north Minneapolis. The man suffered non-life-threatening injuries, but the city is once again reeling from the display of force. City Cast producer Adam Sage reports back from the aftermath, where law enforcement set off chemical irritants and flash bangs against protesters. Plus, contributor and reporter Winter Keefer explains what it means for President Trump to threaten the use of the Insurrection Act. Finally, we celebrate some much-needed Twin Cities wins.  Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Second person in a week shot by federal immigration agent in Minneapolis (Minnesota Reformer) Live: Trump threatens to send troops to Minnesota after federal agent shoots man over alleged attack (Star Tribune)  Lawmakers Respond to ICE Activity in Minnesota Hospitals (DFL press release)  Brass Solidarity McDonald’s security guard stands up to ICE ‘10 toes down’ (North News)  Art Sled Rally! MPR’s Angela Davis announces she is cancer-free (Star Tribune)  Learn more about the sponsors of this January 16th episode: Ordway Center for the Performing Arts The Ascent by Christopher Walker Reading Partners Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram, or email us at twincities@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

    35 min

  2. 4D AGO

    Leaked ICE Documents, U.S. Attorney Resignations, and Minnesota's 'Black, Bold & Brilliant'

    Martin Luther King Jr. Day is on Monday, Jan. 19, and it's more than a day off work. Multidisciplinary artist Namir Fearce is directing this year's Black, Bold, and Brilliant Youth Talent Show, taking place from 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. on Jan. 19 at the Capri Theater, and he joined host Sean McPherson to chat about the show and how his organization partners with and serves Black families in the community. Racket co-founder Em Cassel and producer Adam Sage also join the conversation to run down the biggest stories related to the ongoing ICE surge in the Twin Cities, and Em talks about how she's seen local restaurants responding to the surge. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Black, Bold & Brilliant Get in touch with Black, Bold & Brilliant: bbbwefree@gmail.com After vowing 'retribution,' Trump says federal funding to Minnesota will end Feb. 1 (Bring Me The News) 92% of ICE Detention Growth in FY 2026 Driven by Immigrants with No Criminal Convictions (Austin Kocher) Mass resignation at Minnesota U.S. Attorney’s Office stems from Renee Good shooting, investigation (Star Tribune) Joe Thompson, Minnesota's top federal fraud prosecutor, quits over ICE shooting probe (MPR) Immigration Agents Terrified of ICE Backlash After Shooting (Ken Klippenstein) Federal judge considers arguments in Twin Cities residents’ lawsuit alleging mistreatment by ICE (Star Tribune) 'Frustrated' federal judge confronts DOJ lawyers 'struggling to articulate' evidence (AlterNet) With the Twin Cities Under Siege, Restaurants Become Hubs of Solidarity (Racket) Learn more about the sponsors of this January 15th episode: Xcel Energy Ordway Center for the Performing Arts The Ascent by Christopher Walker Reading Partners Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram, or email us at twincities@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

    40 min

  3. 5D AGO

    Trash Burnin’ Machine, MN Sues to Stop ICE, and Where to Decompress

    Minnesota and the Twin Cities are suing the federal government to stop Operation Metro Surge, as another 1,000 agents are expected to be deployed in the state. In more trash news, MinnPost reporter Trevor Mitchell talks about the trash-burning machine you may have seen (or smelled) near North Loop. Local officials have been working on plans to shut down the HERC, but it’s not soon enough for activists who are threatening a hunger strike. Plus, we share our favorite places to decompress and be with the community during this difficult time.  Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Minnesota and the Twin Cities sue the federal government to stop the immigration crackdown (AP News) MN Attorney General, Minneapolis and Saint Paul sue to halt ICE surge into Minnesota (Minneapolis press release)  Minneapolis ICE shooting live updates: At least 4 federal prosecutors resign over probe into Good (ABC News) Dumpster fire: What’s the future of the North Loop’s giant trash incinerator? (MinnPost Trump Officials Are Sending 1,000 More Immigration Officers to Minnesota (The New York Times) When the news is too much, find solace in these 10 local spaces (Star Tribune)  If you enjoyed today's interview with Reading Partners Executive Director, Brooke Rivers, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 14th episode: Ordway Center for the Performing Arts The Ascent by Christopher Walker Reading Partners Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram, or email us at twincities@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

    41 min

  4. 6D AGO

    MN Investigating ICE Shooting, SNAP at Risk (Again), and How To Be a Good Neighbor

    The immigration enforcement surge in the Twin Cities is showing no signs of slowing down, with around 1,000 more federal agents coming our way. The Trump administration is freezing funding for SNAP again, the Minnesota Attorney General and Hennepin County Attorney's Offices are conducting their own investigation into the killing of Renee Macklin Good after the FBI shut out local investigators, and elected leaders in D.C. are starting to have conversations about funding for DHS and possibly impeaching Kristi Noem. Host Sean McPherson is joined by producers Adam Sage and Tiffany Bui to discuss these stories and to chat with Alsa Bruno of the Brass Solidarity about how to be a good neighbor during trying times. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Trump Administration Freezes Food Stamps in Minnesota (New York Times) Minnesota begins collecting evidence into ICE shooting following ousting by feds (Minnesota Reformer) Hennepin County (MN) Attorney's Office Evidence Submission Portal BCA statement regarding investigation of ICE fatal shooting in Minneapolis (Bureau of Criminal Apprehension) Congress is debating the possible consequences for ICE and even Noem after Renee Good’s killing (Pioneer Press) U.S. Reps. Omar, Morrison and Craig denied access to immigration detention facility at Fort Snelling (Sahan Journal) Noem signs policy that hinders lawmaker oversight of ICE (Bring Me The News) ‘If I can do it, I’m going to’: How Twin Citians are helping immigrant neighbors (MinnPost) Parents stand watch for ICE outside Minnesota schools (Star Tribune) Learn more about the ways to get involved that were mentioned in today's episode SPPS School Solidarity Team Sign-Up Neighbors Helping Neighbors Supporting Families Impacted by ICE GoFundMe (Mojo Coffee Gallery) Second Harvest Heartland - Donate Second Harvest Heartland - Volunteer Food Drive at Moona Moono (Beyond Beur Blanc) Brass Solidarity Sister's Camelot Singing for Liberation Green Card Voices Learn more about the sponsors of this January 13th episode: Ordway Center for the Performing Arts The Ascent by Christopher Walker Reading Partners Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram, or email us at twincities@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

    39 min

  5. JAN 12

    Are Kids Safe From ICE at School? Plus, Dreaming Big for Central Ave

    Following the killing of Renee Nicole Macklin Good in South Minneapolis, the Border Patrol operation at Roosevelt High School, and increased federal immigration enforcement activities around the Twin Cities, we all have a lot of lingering questions about what's going on here. Host Sean McPherson is joined by celebrated journalist and contributor Winter Keefer and producer Tiffany Bui to talk through some of their concerns. Later, producer Adam Sage and local organizer and owner of Recovery Bike Shop Seth Stattmiller join the conversation to talk about a proposed project to revitalize Central Ave. when MnDOT conducts a reconstruction project in 2028. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: How are St. Paul and Minneapolis schools preparing for possible ICE raids? (MinnPost) What a new immigration directive could mean for domestic violence victims (MinnPost) Yes, state and local prosecutors can charge federal law enforcement agents with crimes. But it isn’t easy (MinnPost) “Art Walk” advocates collaborate on proposal for Central Ave redesign (Northeaster)  Art Walk: The Future of Northeast Minneapolis (Recovery Bike Shop) Art Walk Design (Recovery Bike Shop) Learn more about the sponsors of this January 12th episode: Ordway Center for the Performing Arts The Ascent by Christopher Walker Reading Partners Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram, or email us at twincities@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

    39 min

  6. JAN 9

    What Can MN Do About ICE? (with Sen. Doron Clark)

    Gov. Tim Walz described the state as being “at war” against the federal government. Minneapolis mayor Jacob Frey called for ICE to “get the f*ck out.” But legally, can the state make federal agents do just that? Spoiler alert: not really. But Emmanuel Mauleón, an associate professor of law at the University of Minnesota, and Alicia Granse of ACLU-MN explain that lawmakers and investigators can make it easier to hold federal agents accountable. So we called up Sen. Doron Clark, part of the Minneapolis caucus to the state Senate, to hear what can be done.  Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Star Tribune identifies ICE agent who fatally shot woman in Minneapolis (Star Tribune)  ACLU-MN, Pro Bono Partners Sue to Protect Protesters, Observers, and Journalists from Illegal Activity by ICE (ACLU-MN) Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram, or email us at twincities@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

    38 min

  7. JAN 8

    What We Saw at the ICE Shooting in South MPLS

    Late Wednesday morning, a federal immigration agent shot and killed a woman in the Central neighborhood of South Minneapolis. The scene afterward became a swarm of protestors and federal agents. Producer Adam Sage, just off the scene, walks host Sean McPherson and contributor Tane Danger through what witnesses saw and the community response. Plus, NA expert Kirstie Kimball gives advice on doing Dry January or observing sobriety year-round. She talks about the best local drinks, sober-approved restaurants, and why Minnesota is ahead of the NA wine game.  Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Live: ICE agent shoots, kills woman in Minneapolis (Star Tribune) LIVE UPDATES: ICE agent shoots, kills woman in south Minneapolis (Bring Me The News) ICE officer fatally shoots woman in Minneapolis; Gov. Walz demands investigation (CBS News) LIVE: DHS says ICE agent shot and killed woman in Minneapolis | Updates near Powderhorn Park (Kare 11) 12 days 12 Dry January pieces from your Dry January Queen! (Beyond Beurre Blanc) Learn more about the sponsors of this January 8th episode: Xcel Energy Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram, or email us at twincities@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

    32 min

  8. JAN 7

    Hope Walz Unleashed, Top 5 Chicken Wings, New Album Alert

    John O’Sullivan of One Hour Detours is back on the show to talk to us about his interview with Hope Walz, the governor’s daughter and a social media force in her own right. She gave John a glimpse into when and why Walz decided to drop out of the race, and her own experiences with online harassment. Later in the show, Sean does some hard-hitting journalism on chicken wings; get a napkin ready because there will be drool. Plus, listen to St. Paul artist Emmy Woods’s new album.  Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Hope Walz: Her Dad’s Decision Not to Run, Finding a Boyfriend With a Secret Service Detail, and more (One House Detours and John O’Sullivan)  Top 5 Twin Cities Chicken Wings (City Cast Twin Cities)  “When The Day Breaks” album release party at the Cedar Cultural Center on Jan. 10 Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram, or email us at twincities@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

    32 min
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Join Sean McPherson and the City Cast Twin Cities team every weekday morning as we bring you the day's conversations about life in the Twin Cities. With our cast of journalists, activists, experts and residents, we celebrate our wins with beaming pride, critique our shortcomings with the attention of a seed art judge and mutter “that’s interesting” for anything in between. Alongside our daily newsletter, we put the spotlight on the news and culture of the Twin Cities from every perspective we can find – including yours. It’s like a potluck where everyone’s invited and no one brings grape salad. So whether you've been here long enough to remember the Halloween blizzard of 1991, or you just bought your first winter coat, bring your dish over and let's talk. Learn more and subscribe to our newsletter at ⁠twincities.citycast.fm⁠.

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