Artemis II update, Mpls adult bathhouses, Twins beat Tigers & more
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Randy Meier and Jared Piepenburg break down Minnesota’s stream trout fishing opener, while NASA’s Artemis II mission enters its final day with Tim Blotz previewing the crew’s return to Earth and what it means for future space travel. Back in Minneapolis, we take a closer look at the city’s potential repeal of its long-standing bathhouse ban, followed by insight from Dylan Boyer on what the changes could mean. We also welcome new FOX 9 meteorologist Erika Mrazik alongside Ian Leonard with a look at the weekend forecast, including possible snow. In sports, Ryan Rablin discusses the Twins’ recent success and climb above .500, and we wrap up with a roundup of major concerts coming to the Twin Cities.

60,000 ladybugs, MN committee hearings & Artemis II updates
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60,000 ladybugs are released inside the Mall of America — we explain why and what it’s all about. We also take you live to a Minnesota Senate environmental policy hearing and the House Public Safety Finance and Policy Committee as lawmakers discuss establishing victims of crime accounts. Plus, we bring you updates on NASA’s Artemis II mission. Dawn Mitchell joins for sports coverage on the Timberwolves and Wild, and James Colgan previews the Masters Tournament. All that and more on today’s episode of The Afternoon Shift.

Power outage delays Twins home opener, Artemis II update & more
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Off the back of the massive power outage at Target Field we preview the Masters with analysis from golf expert Dottie Pepper, and check in on NASA’s Artemis II mission with physicist Mike Pravica. We highlight National Donate Life Month with an in-studio conversation featuring Alyssa Kieffer on becoming an organ donor.

Impact of the Iran war on small business, tariffs, WNBA exchange draft & more
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We take a look at one year of tariffs and what it means moving forward, followed by an in-depth conversation with Jeep Kline. Later, we dive into sports with coverage of the WNBA expansion draft with Dawn Mitchell. We also bring you political and local business coverage, including highlights from Rep. Kelly Morrison’s press conference in Hopkins on the impact of the war in Iran impact on small business owners. Barrett Lawn Care owner Steve Mura joins us for further insight. Plus, we preview the Twins with Pierre Noujaim before wrapping up the show. Stay tuned for all that and more on today’s Afternoon Shift.

Artemis II, MN snow storm, Trump to speak & more
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Today on The Afternoon Shift, Andrew Latham joins us to break down what we can expect as Donald Trump prepares to address the nation tonight. We also take a look at Bruce Springsteen kicking off his tour in Minneapolis last night, plus the latest in local sports as Dawn Mitchell joins us to talk Twins baseball and Gophers men’s basketball. Looking ahead to the Artemis II launch, FOX 9’s Tim Blotz stops by to discuss the excitement of space exploration. We wrap things up with a lighthearted look at the history of April Fools’ Day. (photo credit: NASA)

Gas prices, Timberwolves update & more
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On today’s episode of The Afternoon Shift, we cover the day’s top headlines. Karen Sieber gives a breakdown of the history of gas rationing and how gas prices have impacted Minnesota. Today marks Transgender Day of Visibility, and Bree Fram, a retired Colonel in the U.S. Space Force, joins us to share insight on the significance of the day.  Pierre Noujaim gives us the latest on the Minnesota Timberwolves. We wrap up with a look ahead to Passover as we talk traditions and food.

Feeding our Future sentencing, auto thefts & more
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We cover several stories from Minnesota and beyond. We begin with an update on the Feeding Our Future case following a recent guilty plea, with live reporting from Courtney Godfrey on what comes next. We then discuss the rise of digital price tags and their potential impact on consumers in Minnesota, joined by Professor Akshay Rao.

Social media lawsuits, Twins talk & more
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We break down the latest social media lawsuits everyone is talking about and what they could mean moving forward. Plus, we talk Twins baseball and mark Equal Pay Day with a look at the ongoing conversation around pay equity. All that and more on today’s episode of The Afternoon Shift.

Twins season preview, unclaimed tax refunds & more
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We preview the Twins opener and chat with Jim Rich. Plus Peps Newman, better known as the “Blanket Lady," joins us to talk about Gopher women’s basketball making it to the Sweet Sixteen. Financial advisor Nicole Middendorf breaks down why there are millions in unclaimed taxes, and Minister JaNaé Bates Imari shares insight on the upcoming “No Kings” protest happening in Minneapolis this weekend.

Gun legislation, new Gophers hockey coach & Special Olympics USA games
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As gun legislation is discussed in a Minnesota House committee, we take you live to those conversations as they happen. AEW wrestling is in Minnesota, and Pierre Noujaim joins us to preview the action. We also react to the hiring of the new Gophers men’s hockey head coach. Plus, we round out the show by looking ahead to the Special Olympics with athletes sharing their stories. All that and more on today’s episode of The Afternoon Shift.

New Gophers coach, airport travel alerts & March Madness
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Greg “Boom” May answers questions as he steps in as the new Gophers women’s hockey head coach. Big travel headlines at airports today, what TSA and ICE updates mean for you, with travel expert Gunnar Olson sharing tips to avoid delays. Plus, the Minnesota Gophers women are dancing into the Sweet 16, and we react to the program’s momentum. All that and more on today’s episode of The Afternoon Shift.

Allina Health to join Sutter Health, Gophers in Women's NCAA tournament & spongy moths
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On today's episode, we preview the first round of women's March Madness with Dawn Mitchell. A discussion on Allina Health’s planned merger with Sutter Health, highlighting the $2 billion investment, potential impacts on patients and costs. Later, we take a closer look at Minnesota’s plan to control the invasive spongy moth, with insight from expert John Larsen. In honor of Women’s History Month, we highlight St. Catherine University with guests Dr. Marcheta Evans and Victoria Lo.

DHS testify in Senate committee, travel delays, St. Patrick's Day preview & more
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Heavy snow from the weekend continues to impact Minnesota and parts of the United States. We discuss the impact the weather has had and what we can expect over the coming days. Plus, we take you live to a Minnesota Senate committee hearing as DHS officials testify before lawmakers. All that and more on today’s episode of The Afternoon Shift.

Winter storm, Kyler Murray, Seniors happy hour & more
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On today’s episode of The Afternoon Shift, we lead with a look at the wild winter weather headed for Minnesota and what you can expect as conditions change. We also break down the latest headlines before Dawn Mitchell fills us in on Kyler Murray singing with the Vikings and the buzz surrounding that moment. Plus, we discuss a new “Happy Hour for Seniors” bill introduced in the Minnesota Legislature, and senior Anita LeBrun joins us to share what the proposal would mean for her and others like her. All this and more on today's episode of The Afternoon Shift.

Seniors "love" a happy hour, honoring Melissa Hortman and more
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Minnesota seniors are pushing for a bill that would allow happy hour in assisted living facilities without requiring a liquor license. We also joined the Minnesota House floor as lawmakers discussed honoring the late Melissa Hortman by renaming a solar garden program in her name. Plus, Fox 9’s Dawn Mitchell breaks down what it could mean after the Vikings hosted Kyler Murray. All that and more on today’s episode of The Afternoon Shift.

MN House weighs emergency rental assistance bill, Big Ten tourney and magic mushrooms
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On today’s episode of The Afternoon Shift, we bring you live coverage of a Rental Assistance House Hearing, keeping you informed on the latest developments as they happen. We also take a closer look at the science of magic mushrooms with researcher Jessica Nielson. Plus, we highlight the Gophers in the Big Ten Basketball Tournament with Pierre Noujaim. All this and more on today's episode of The Afternoon Shift.

MN House Children & Families Finance & Policy Committee on Harvey’s Law and today's headlines
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Today on The Afternoon Shift, we follow the Minnesota House Children & Families Finance & Policy Committee as it holds a hearing on Harvey’s Law, legislation that would require cameras in child care centers. We bring you live coverage from the Capitol, including testimony from Catherine and Hunter Mucklebust and remarks from Rep. Nolan West (R), as lawmakers debate the proposal and its potential impact on Minnesota families. Plus, today’s top headlines.

Legalizing mushrooms, sports betting, boys hockey & Sketches of Minnesota
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Could Minnesota expand access to psilocybin therapy? We dive into the bipartisan proposal moving through the Legislature and speak with Rep. Andy Smith (DFL, District 25B) about the plan to allow supervised, therapeutic use of psilocybin for mental health treatment. We talk with Tane Danger from Danger Boat Productions about the second annual Sketches of Minnesota Civic Community Comedy Revue — bringing the personality of small Minnesota towns to the stage. The Moorhead Spuds won the Minnesota boys state hockey tournament with a thrilling performance in Class 2A! Athletic director Dean Haugo talks about what this state title means for the community. Rep. Nolan West (R, District 32A) joins the show to discuss the sports betting bill headed to the Minnesota State Capitol and what it could mean for the state’s future. All this and more on today's episode of The Afternoon Shift.

Understanding the MN legislative session, Gophers women's basketball & more
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Dawn Mitchell joins us for a sports wrap on Gophers women’s basketball, Tommies hoops, and the Wild. We break down how the legislative session works — from drafting a bill with Rep. Norris to understanding committee hearings with Rep. Kelly Moller. Plus, we celebrate Women’s History Month with two female comics talking improv, and round out the week with another edition of Headline Hustle. All that and more on today’s episode of The Afternoon Shift.

Pete Hegseth on Operation Epic Fury, Harvey's law & U.S. gold medalist Frost player
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Pete Hegseth gives a live update on Operation Epic Fury. Professor Andrew Latham provides insight into the conflict and Kristi Noem's removal as Secretary of DHS. Hunter and Catherine Muklebust tell us about a law being introduced in honor of their son Harvey who died at a Minnesota day care center. Harvey's law would require cameras in all state-owned child care facilities. Plus, Olympian Grace Zumwinkle tells us about competing on the U.S. women's hockey team and bringing home the gold.