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. 

What is a data center?, MN legislative session in full swing and more
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What exactly is a data center, and why are they becoming such a big topic in Minnesota? We break down what they are, how they work, and why communities are debating them. The Minnesota legislative session is in full swing, with major issues moving at the Capitol. Plus, the St. Thomas "Tommies" are heading into the Summit League spotlight — what it means for the program and fans. All that and more on today’s episode of The Afternoon Shift.

Understanding Medicaid cuts, getting to know Sheriff Witt & more
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Understanding Medicaid cuts with Fox 9’s Rob Olson, getting to know Minnesota’s first Black woman sheriff Dawanna Witt in our final Black History Month profile for 2026, breaking down the Wild’s return to the ice with Dawn Mitchell, and celebrating America’s 250th birthday with Rosie Rios — all that and more on today’s episode of The Afternoon Shift.

JD Vance makes MN fraud announcement, Rep. Lisa Demuth in studio & the rise of generative AI
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Speaker of the House Lisa Demuth joins us in person for our Black History Month profile to talk about making history in Minnesota and what to expect this legislative session. JD Vance and Dr. Oz make an announcement regarding MN Medicaid fraud. We reveal the towns hosting FOX 9’s Town Ball season and break down a new report on how artificial intelligence is impacting Minnesota’s workforce, with insight from its co-authors. All that and more on today’s episode of The Afternoon Shift.

SCOTUS strikes POTUS' tariffs, Twins training update & more
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Somali business leaders gather at Karmel Mall following recent ICE operations, calling for expanded state relief and action from elected officials. The U.S. Supreme Court strikes down the president’s sweeping tariffs, reshaping the debate over trade and executive power. Plus, a Minnesota Twins spring training update as camp gets underway. All this and more on today’s episode of The Afternoon Shift.

Team USA women's hockey, wild MN weather, court hearing on protecting MN refugees & more
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A winter storm pummeled the Twin Cities metro yesterday. Team USA women's hockey goes for gold against Canada. Minnesota Gophers women's basketball wins for the ninth straight game. All this and more on today's episode of The Afternoon Shift.

Winter weather returns, manufactured homes rally, MN Legislative Session & more
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Winter weather is making a comeback in Minnesota — how cold will it get and how much snow are we talking? Manufactured home residents are rallying at the Capitol in support of a proposed Bill of Rights — we’ll take you there live. Plus, a preview of Olympic hockey: can Team USA bring home two gold medals? And what should Minnesotans expect from this legislative session? All that and more on the Afternoon Shift.

 Don Lemon in court, Harlem Globetrotters & more
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FOX 9's Mike Manzoni tells us about Den Lemon's court appearance after the St. Paul church protest. Harlem Globetrotter Fatima Lister joins us ahead of their games in Minnesota happening this weekend. We also recap some of the biggest sports news of the week. All this and more on today's episode of The Afternoon Shift.

Operation Metro Surge will end, Ring cameras & more
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Reactions to Border Czar Tom Homan's announcement that Operation Metro Surge will end in Minnesota. We examine how Ring cameras are used and who has access to their data. We also look into how Team U.S.A. hockey teams are doing so far in the 2026 Winter Olympics. All this and more on today's episode.

Twins Spring training, Melt the ICE hat designer & more: Feb. 11, 2026
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Pitchers and catchers on the Minnesota Twins report to Spring training tomorrow. Our hosts learn to knit from the creator of the viral "Melt the ICE hat". And we hear from head coach of the North Dakota State University football team about their move to Mountain West. All this and more on today’s episode of The Afternoon Shift.

Inside the Whipple building, Walz on ICE departure, Olympic updates & more
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The team from The Afternoon Shift sits down with Rep. Kelly Morrison to talk about what it’s really like inside the Whipple Building. We break down Governor Walz’s press conference on ICE and offer a Minnesota Olympic roundup. 

U.S. curling team going for gold, Super Bowl reactions & more: Feb. 9, 2026
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Team U.S.A. Mixed Doubles Curling team advance to the finals to play for gold! We sit down with Team Korey and Cory's home club, the Duluth Curling Club. We recap the Super Bowl: the game, the ads and Bad Bunny's halftime show. We also chat about the University of Minnesota Women's Basketball team. All this and more, on today's episode of The Afternoon Shift.

NASCAR Dad, Super Bowl predictions, Olympics & more: Feb. 6, 2026
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The Team from The Afternoon Shift talks with an orthopedic surgeon about Lindsey Vonn’s ruptured ACL and what it means for her Olympic run, we chat with a Minnesota local and the father of rising NASCAR driver William Sawalich, and break down Super Bowl predictions and what fans can expect on game day.

MN schools file lawsuit against DHS, NBA trade deadline & more: February 5, 2026
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Today on The Afternoon Shift, we sit down with FOX 9's Pierre Noujaim to discuss the NBA trade deadline. We talk to a Minnesota ad agency about what goes into creating a Super Bowl ad. Fridley Public Schools superintendent Brenda Lewis tells us about the lawsuit filed by MN schools against DHS. All this and more, on this episode of The Afternoon Shift.

700 ICE agents set to leave MN, Timberwolves & more
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The team from The Afternoon Shift delivers live updates on Minnesota educators filing a federal lawsuit, the St. Paul City Council’s move to ban ICE officers from wearing masks on the job, plus a preview of Timberwolves vs. Raptors.

Nekima Levy Armstrong and others speak out after being arrested, looming govt shutdown & more
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The Afternoon Shift brings you a press conference where Nekima Levy Armstrong speaks out about her arrest following her Cities Church protest, information about the looming government shutdown, details on a toy drive set up to help refugee families impacted by ICE and more.

Sen. Klobuchar speaks on ICE activity in MN, MPLS groups call for "day of action" and more: Jan. 28, 2026
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The Afternoon Shift takes you to the U.S. Senate floor where we will hear from Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith speak about ICE. Minneapolis groups call for a "day of action" this Friday, Jan. 30 to protest ICE. We also talk to MN Department of Corrections Commissioner Paul Schnell about the DOC webpage 'Combatting DHS Misinformation.' All this and more on today's episode of The Afternoon Shift. 

Community reactions to the death of Alex Pretti, detained Hopkins residents returned home & more: January 26, 2026
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Community reactions continue following the death of Alex Pretti as vigils and calls for accountability grow across Minnesota. We also have updates on Hopkins residents detained by federal immigration authorities who have now been returned home.