School started today in some Minnesota districts. 371 of those public schools will receive extra support to help students boost achievement. We'll find out what help is being offered.

And access to abortion is changing in the states surrounding Minnesota since the Supreme Court overturned the Roe decision. We'll hear what's changing in Wisconsin.

More than seven thousand young people are at the State Fair to show off their animals in competition! We'll talk with a first time fair-goer and the mentor that's helping her navigate the great Minnesota get-together.

Speaking of the fair — the amazing Twin Cities based musician Annie Mack is playing Aug. 29 and Aug. 30. We’ll talk with her about her latest work and her musical inspirations.

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