Minnesota Now

Minnesota Now: June 15, 2026

June 15, 2026·54 min
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ICE and Border Patrol are getting another massive budget boost after President Donald Trump signed off on a package last week directing $70 billion to these agencies over the next three years. We'll get a break down on plans for this money.A look inside a new clinic in Minneapolis trying to create an alternative, healing-centered response to sexual assault.Plus, a Minneapolis diner that shifted to a fully donation-based model during the federal surge this winter is continuing to operate under this unconventional approach. We'll check in with the owner of Post Modern Times about why he hasn't put prices back on the menu.And more Minnesota students are getting a chance to get outdoors thanks to some new state funding.And another former Minnesota athlete has gone on to win a championship after leaving the state. Our Minnesota Music Minute was “Down Home Blues” by Selby Ave Brass Band and our Song of the Day was “Just Go Home” by Nephuncle.

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