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The 2026 Karin Larson YourClassical Prize Winners

The 2026 Karin Larson YourClassical Prize Winners

Congratulations to the two winners of the 2026 Karin Larson YourClassical Prize! Tina O’Malley, a soprano from New Brighton, Minnesota, is the winner in our Preprofessional Musician category. Gaia Daniel, a pianist from Minneapolis, Minnesota, is the winner in our Emerging Artist category.

The Current's Happy Hours 2026

The Current's Happy Hours 2026

You’re invited to join The Current at venues across the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota this spring and summer for music and fun. The Current's hosts will provide the soundtrack and a special guest will perform at each event. Each of The Current’s Happy Hours are free and open to everyone.

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Sam Nordquist's family and friends say they saw warnings signs of abuse before he was killed

Sam Nordquist's family and friends say they saw warnings signs of abuse before he was killed

Family and friends of Sam Nordquist, a transgender man from Oakdale killed in New York, say they saw signs of control and isolation before his death. Domestic violence advocates say those warning signs are often difficult to recognize and address.

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Listen: Celebrate Juneteenth with the Minnesota Orchestra

Listen: Celebrate Juneteenth with the Minnesota Orchestra

Join the Minnesota Orchestra in celebrating Juneteenth with a performance featuring an array of special guests, including conductor Kedrick Armstrong, vocalist Melody Betts, and composer Brian Raphael Nabors. Listen to the concert now!

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Coffee Break: Going for Gold

Coffee Break: Going for Gold

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs to cheer on the athletes at the Special Olympics would you like to hear?