Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Minnesota Public Radio Stories
Al Franken sworn in as Minnesota's new U.S Senator
Senator-elect Al Franken becomes Senator Al Franken (D-Minn.) this hour. on MIDDAY, Congressional expert Steven Smith discusses his possible impact on the Senate and the country.11:00 a.m.GuestsSteven Smith: Director of the Weidenbaum Center on the Economy, Government and Public Policy at Washington University in St. Louis.More from MPRPreviewing Al Franken's swearing-in to the Senate (07/07/2009)Franken in Washington, says he's ready to work (07/06/2009)Documnetary: Al Franken's Road to the Senate (07/02/2009)
Michael Jackson memorial draws huge crowd
The memorial service for Michael Jackson is being broadcast live around the world, and the 20,000-seat arena is expected to be packed. Participants include an all-star cast from the music world, headlined by Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Lionel Richie and Usher.12:00 p.m.GuestsSteve Seel: Host on The Current, Minnesota Public Radio's alternative music station.J.D. Steele: Singer, "The Steeles"Grant West: Co-founder of Walker West Music Academy in St. Paul, Minn.More from MPRCommentary: Black water and Michael Jackson (07/02/2009)Minneapolis bells to toll for Michael Jackson (06/26/2009)Michael Jackson, 'King of Pop', dies at age 50 (06/26/2009)Resources
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