Olson’s Cheers & Jeers: A life turned around in service after decades in prison
Plus: “Fraud tourism,” a shooting tragedy in Stewartville, the Democrats’ 2024 election campaign and more.
AuthoredRochelle Olson
AuthoredRochelle OlsonDecember 26, 2025
Brown: Despite arguments and heartbreak, a bipartisan friendship shows the way
After 40 years, what they had left was not disagreement but devotion.
AuthoredAaron Brown
AuthoredAaron BrownDecember 24, 2025
Rash: The clock is ticking on the credibility of ‘60 Minutes’ — and CBS
Administration sources’ silence cannot be used as a “kill switch” on a story.
AuthoredJohn Rash
AuthoredJohn RashDecember 23, 2025
Grove: 2025’s reminder: Take nothing for granted
There’s hope for journalism when the public decides it matters. 
AuthoredSteve Grove
AuthoredSteve GroveDecember 21, 2025
Burcum: ‘Zero impact,’ or rolling the dice on vets’ health care?
Scrutiny of Veterans Affairs’ staffing decisions is imperative after report that thousands of vacancies will go unfilled. 
AuthoredJill Burcum
AuthoredJill BurcumDecember 20, 2025
Brown: We need more communication about mining and the environment, not less
The point of negotiation is not to crown a winner but to find shared opportunity.AuthoredAaron Brown
AuthoredAaron BrownDecember 20, 2025
Olson’s Cheers & Jeers: In bad news for car thieves, Ellison wins Kia-Hyundai lawsuit
Plus: ICE flights at MSP, the hunter accused of bagging a bull moose, upheaval at the U and more.AuthoredRochelle Olson
AuthoredRochelle OlsonDecember 19, 2025
Brown: It’s Christmastime, which means it’s time to count birds
The Audubon Society’s annual wildlife survey is a big deal, and everyone’s welcome.AuthoredAaron Brown
AuthoredAaron BrownDecember 18, 2025
Rash: Minnesota brings ‘a breath of energy’ to human rights advocacy
“We should just be coming here and learning — fast,” said Amnesty International USA’s executive director, Paul O’Brien.AuthoredJohn Rash
AuthoredJohn RashDecember 17, 2025
Olson: Whose model is better for Minnesota, Trump or Walz?
Voters must weigh the governor’s fraud response against how MAGA tactics affect our state.AuthoredRochelle Olson
AuthoredRochelle OlsonDecember 16, 2025
Brown: Resurgent film industry can elevate Minnesota to the A-list
To promote the state’s movie locations, it may be time to get a bit more “braggy and loud.”AuthoredAaron Brown
AuthoredAaron BrownDecember 15, 2025
Rash: UNICEF and Starkey partner to help kids hear
The Minnesota multinational works with the international institution on its inaugural Children with Disabilities fund.AuthoredJohn Rash
AuthoredJohn RashDecember 14, 2025
