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July 12, 2023

Each of 11 songs spanning a decade still feels relevant to the artist because of the album’s focal point: her children.

Lucy Michelle embraces motherhood and uncertainty on ‘Womanly’

Lucy Michelle embraces motherhood and uncertainty on ‘Womanly’

Macie Rasmussen and Jaida Grey Eagle • Jul 12, 2023

Each of 11 songs spanning a decade still feels relevant to the artist because of the album’s focal point: her children.

Watch Ben Folds' one-of-a-kind Microshow performance at the Turf Club

Jul 12, 2023

In a set that included several selections from his latest album, What Matters Most, Folds treated the audience to the personal stories behind the new songs.

Inside Caroline Smith's latest project, Howard's Bar in Stillwater

Inside Caroline Smith's latest project, Howard's Bar in Stillwater

Diane • Jul 12, 2023

The Your Smith musician and her chef husband Adam To talk to Local Show host Diane about their new restaurant.

Coffee Break: Songs for National Simplicity Day

Coffee Break: Songs for National Simplicity Day

Jill Riley • Jul 12, 2023

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs that embrace simplicity do you want to hear?

A jury rules a handwritten will found under Aretha Franklin's couch cushion is valid

A jury rules a handwritten will found under Aretha Franklin's couch cushion is valid

Ayana Archie • Jul 12, 2023

Multiple handwritten wills were found in Franklin's home in 2019. Two of Franklin's sons would like a 2014 will to be honored and are up against their brother, who wanted to uphold a 2010 will.

50 years ago, teenagers partied in the Bronx — and gave rise to hip-hop

50 years ago, teenagers partied in the Bronx — and gave rise to hip-hop

Kat Lonsdorf, Juana Summers and Patrick Jarenwattananon • Jul 11, 2023

In August 1973, an 18-year-old DJ Kool Herc played his sister's back-to-school fundraiser in the rec room of their apartment building. But he and his friends sparked something much bigger.

Cafuné bring infectious energy at 7th St Entry

Cafuné bring infectious energy at 7th St Entry

Bora • Jul 11, 2023

The band behind the TikTok hit “Tek It” thrilled the audience at their makeup Minneapolis date.

The 2023 new Minnesota State Fair foods list features our deepest indulgences

The 2023 new Minnesota State Fair foods list features our deepest indulgences

Ali Elabbady • Jul 11, 2023

Pickles, cheese, birthday cake, and even lutefisk make appearances on the menu at the Great Minnesota Get-Together.

Coffee Break: Songs for World Watercolor Month

Coffee Break: Songs for World Watercolor Month

Jill Riley • Jul 11, 2023

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs about colors, generally or specifically, do you want to hear?

Lisa O'Neill: Tiny Desk Concert

Bob Boilen • Jul 11, 2023

The Irish singer brings a plaintive, pensive atmosphere to the Tiny Desk.

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