After a lot of thought and consideration, Grand Rapids Riverfest will take a break this year. This pause reflects KAXE’s financial realities and the complexities of putting on an event of this scale.

With 70 additions, Report for America’s current host newsrooms increase to more than 175 across the U.S. The innovative partnerships seek to expand newsrooms’ capacity and reach.

Bemidji Area Reporter Larissa Donovan reflects on her work covering stories in northwestern Minnesota and beyond in her ninth year as a journalist.

KAXE reporter Megan Buffington foregoes naming a favorite story and instead examines a favorite beat — and how she answers the oft-asked, "Why did you become a journalist?"

“Area Voices” is a segment on the KAXE Morning Show that focuses on the art and history of Northern Minnesota. Host Andrew Dziengel looks back at some highlights in 2025.

"Bright Spot" is a segment on the KAXE Morning Show that highlights the good happening in Northern Minnesota. Host Jennifer Barr looks back at some favorites from 2025.

The KAXE Music Team makes difficult decisions while they narrow down their top songs and albums of 2025 in this year-end Spin that Ish.

KAXE staff and hosts give ideas for holiday gifts inspired by KAXE and nature.

KAXE received new matching funds for Give to the Max Day from the McKnight Foundation, meaning every dollar you give can have quadruple the impact.

Community support helps unlock national and local matching dollars for local news as part of INN's NewsMatch program.