KCIE 90.5 FM 🇺🇸

KCIE 90.5 FM, broadcasting from Duluth, Minnesota, is a non-commercial, educational radio station licensed to Minnesota Public Radio (MPR). As an integral part of the MPR News network, KCIE delivers comprehensive news and information to the Duluth-Superior metropolitan area and extends into northeastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin. Operating at 90.5 FM, KCIE provides a vital public service by broadcasting MPR News programming. This includes a blend of national and international news from National Public Radio (NPR), featuring flagship programs like *Morning Edition*, *All Things Considered*, and *Weekend Edition*. News from sources like the BBC World Service are broadcast as well. KCIE focuses heavily on Minnesota-specific news and information, covering state government, politics, business, and cultural events with a dedicated team of journalists. Public affairs programming delves into public policy, social concerns, and community matters, through interviews with experts and leaders. The station also airs a variety of talk shows addressing current events and social issues, often incorporating listener call-in segments. Special programming is broadcast, concerning local events, elections, or breaking news. As a non-commercial station owned and operated by Minnesota Public Radio, KCIE's funding comes from listener donations, corporate sponsorships, and grants. KCIE provides Duluth with unbiased news and information, without the influence of advertising.