World’s Toughest Rodeo bucks into Grand Casino
Cinch World’s Toughest Rodeo heads to Grand Casino Arena Feb. 13–14 with bull riding, broncs and edge-of-your-seat action. Garrison Panzer shares how he got his start in rodeo, what happens when something goes wrong in the arena and what fans can expect from the high-energy event.
Cinch World’s Toughest Rodeo heads to Grand Casino Arena Feb. 13–14 with bull riding, broncs and edge-of-your-seat action. Garrison Panzer shares how he got his start in rodeo, what happens when something goes wrong in the arena and what fans can expect from the high-energy event.
Harlem Globetrotters Bring 100-Year Celebration to Target Center
The Harlem Globetrotters bring their 100-year anniversary tour to the Target Center this weekend, celebrating a century of dunks, dazzling dribbling and fan interaction. Team member Fatima “TNT” Lister shares what fans can expect from the high-energy centennial show before the team heads to Rochester on the 16th.
The Harlem Globetrotters bring their 100-year anniversary tour to the Target Center this weekend, celebrating a century of dunks, dazzling dribbling and fan interaction. Team member Fatima “TNT” Lister shares what fans can expect from the high-energy centennial show before the team heads to Rochester on the 16th.
Don Lemon facing FACE Act charges: What’s next?
Hamline University Professor David Schultz breaks down the conspiracy charges against Don Lemon and the alleged violations of the federal FACE Act, a law designed to protect religious freedom. Schultz explains what the statute covers and what legal steps could come next for Lemon.
Hamline University Professor David Schultz breaks down the conspiracy charges against Don Lemon and the alleged violations of the federal FACE Act, a law designed to protect religious freedom. Schultz explains what the statute covers and what legal steps could come next for Lemon.
Operation Metro Surge will end, Ring cameras & more
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.
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.
How smart is your doorbell?
Ring’s new AI features can scan neighborhood camera footage to help find lost pets, but the technology is raising new privacy concerns. In the wake of Ring's controversial Super Bowl commercial Tech strategist Lisa Martin joins us to explain what’s going on, how the data is used, and what it means for homeowners.
Ring’s new AI features can scan neighborhood camera footage to help find lost pets, but the technology is raising new privacy concerns. In the wake of Ring's controversial Super Bowl commercial Tech strategist Lisa Martin joins us to explain what’s going on, how the data is used, and what it means for homeowners.
Twins Spring training, Melt the ICE hat designer & more: Feb. 11, 2026
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.
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.
NDSU football moving up: Bisons jump from FCS to FBS, join Mountain West
North Dakota State football is moving from the FCS to the FBS and will join the Mountain West Conference, marking a significant shift for the nationally recognized Bison program. Head coach Tim Polasek discusses why the move matters, what it means for recruiting and competition, and how the transition could impact postseason opportunities, including potential eligibility for the College Football Playoff.
North Dakota State football is moving from the FCS to the FBS and will join the Mountain West Conference, marking a significant shift for the nationally recognized Bison program. Head coach Tim Polasek discusses why the move matters, what it means for recruiting and competition, and how the transition could impact postseason opportunities, including potential eligibility for the College Football Playoff.
“Melt the Ice” hat goes viral as Minnesota craft project draws national attention
The “Melt the Ice” hat, created by St. Louis Park designer Paul S. Neary, has quickly gained national attention after going viral online and appearing at public events across the country. What began as a locally designed knitting pattern at Needle & Skein has grown into a widely shared craft project, with strong pattern sales and high demand for red yarn at yarn shops.
The “Melt the Ice” hat, created by St. Louis Park designer Paul S. Neary, has quickly gained national attention after going viral online and appearing at public events across the country. What began as a locally designed knitting pattern at Needle & Skein has grown into a widely shared craft project, with strong pattern sales and high demand for red yarn at yarn shops.
Voyageurs National Park ranked No. 2 for exceeding expectations
Voyageurs National Park has been ranked No. 2 in the country for visitor satisfaction, exceeding expectations despite being one of the least visited national parks. Claudine Arndt of the Voyageurs Conservancy says the park’s remote, water-based wilderness, world-class stargazing, and four-season recreation — including winter adventures and Boreal Stargazing Week now through Sunday — make it a hidden gem.
Voyageurs National Park has been ranked No. 2 in the country for visitor satisfaction, exceeding expectations despite being one of the least visited national parks. Claudine Arndt of the Voyageurs Conservancy says the park’s remote, water-based wilderness, world-class stargazing, and four-season recreation — including winter adventures and Boreal Stargazing Week now through Sunday — make it a hidden gem.
Twins pitchers & catchers report Feb. 12: Offseason moves, fan interest, and spring storylines
As Twins pitchers and catchers report to Fort Myers, ZoneCoverage.com editor Tom Schreier breaks down the team’s quiet offseason, the state of fan interest, and the key storylines to watch this spring.
As Twins pitchers and catchers report to Fort Myers, ZoneCoverage.com editor Tom Schreier breaks down the team’s quiet offseason, the state of fan interest, and the key storylines to watch this spring.
Inside the Whipple building, Walz on ICE departure, Olympic updates & more
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.
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.
Inside the Whipple building
Rep. Kelly Morrison describes what she witnessed during visits to the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minnesota, calling conditions inside the ICE holding facility inhumane, overcrowded, and unsuitable for long-term detention. She also raises concerns about potential measles exposure and other public health risks inside the facility.
Rep. Kelly Morrison describes what she witnessed during visits to the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minnesota, calling conditions inside the ICE holding facility inhumane, overcrowded, and unsuitable for long-term detention. She also raises concerns about potential measles exposure and other public health risks inside the facility.
What happens to ICE detainees when they are released?
Jane Graupman, executive director of the International Institute of Minnesota, joins the Afternoon Shift to explain what happens when ICE detainees are released, including where they go, what support services are available, and the challenges individuals face as they transition back into the community.
Jane Graupman, executive director of the International Institute of Minnesota, joins the Afternoon Shift to explain what happens when ICE detainees are released, including where they go, what support services are available, and the challenges individuals face as they transition back into the community.
ICE out by next week?
Tim Blotz, FOX 9 news anchor, joins us to break down Gov. Tim Walz’s press conference and his statements on expectations that ICE could begin scaling down its operations as soon as next week, including what that could mean for Minnesota and federal enforcement moving forward.
Tim Blotz, FOX 9 news anchor, joins us to break down Gov. Tim Walz’s press conference and his statements on expectations that ICE could begin scaling down its operations as soon as next week, including what that could mean for Minnesota and federal enforcement moving forward.
U.S. curling team going for gold, Super Bowl reactions & more: Feb. 9, 2026
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.
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.
Duluth’s Cory Thiesse & Korey Dropkin become first U.S. mixed doubles curling team to play for gold
Duluth curlers Cory Thiesse and Korey Dropkin made history at the 2026 Winter Olympics, edging Italy 9–8 in a thrilling mixed doubles curling semifinal. The Duluth natives became the first U.S. mixed doubles curling team to advance to the Olympic gold medal match and will play for gold tomorrow. Duluth Curling Club manager Kerry Hadiaris tells us what this means to the Duluth community and more about curling in general.
Duluth curlers Cory Thiesse and Korey Dropkin made history at the 2026 Winter Olympics, edging Italy 9–8 in a thrilling mixed doubles curling semifinal. The Duluth natives became the first U.S. mixed doubles curling team to advance to the Olympic gold medal match and will play for gold tomorrow. Duluth Curling Club manager Kerry Hadiaris tells us what this means to the Duluth community and more about curling in general.
Gopher women win sixth straight game, narrowly miss top-25 ranking
The Minnesota women’s basketball team won its sixth straight game but narrowly missed the AP Top 25 as the first team left out. Sophie Hart posted 17 points and 10 rebounds in the road win at Rutgers. Sports reporter Tony Liebert from Bringmethenews.com tells us more.
The Minnesota women’s basketball team won its sixth straight game but narrowly missed the AP Top 25 as the first team left out. Sophie Hart posted 17 points and 10 rebounds in the road win at Rutgers. Sports reporter Tony Liebert from Bringmethenews.com tells us more.
NASCAR Dad, Super Bowl predictions, Olympics & more: Feb. 6, 2026
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.
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.
Minnesota native William Sawalich making his mark in NASCAR
NASCAR driver William Sawalich is proudly representing Minnesota as he continues to rise in the sport. His father, Brandon Sawalich, CEO of Starkey, shares how William got his start in auto racing, his journey from Eden Prairie to driving the No. 18 car, and how Starkey has become his top sponsor along the way.
NASCAR driver William Sawalich is proudly representing Minnesota as he continues to rise in the sport. His father, Brandon Sawalich, CEO of Starkey, shares how William got his start in auto racing, his journey from Eden Prairie to driving the No. 18 car, and how Starkey has become his top sponsor along the way.
Lindsey Vonn’s ACL injury explained: Risks, recovery and skiing through the damage
Lindsey Vonn’s torn ACL has raised questions about how the injury happens, what it means for an elite skier and how it’s treated. Dr. Brent Warner, a sports medicine physician and orthopedic surgeon with Summit Orthopedics, explains what an ACL injury is, what it means when it’s ruptured, how athletes can continue skiing with the injury and the treatment process.
Lindsey Vonn’s torn ACL has raised questions about how the injury happens, what it means for an elite skier and how it’s treated. Dr. Brent Warner, a sports medicine physician and orthopedic surgeon with Summit Orthopedics, explains what an ACL injury is, what it means when it’s ruptured, how athletes can continue skiing with the injury and the treatment process.