LIVE NEWS | Flight impacts at MSP, teachers strike, Hope Walz & more

Today’s episode of The Afternoon Shift with Adam Llorens and Maxx Fuller dives into the biggest headlines across Minnesota and beyond, blending live updates, local insight, and thoughtful conversation.

Travelers are facing turbulence before they even take off — with hundreds of flights cancelled and delayed at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport. We dig into what’s behind the chaos, from weather impacts and staffing shortages to the ripple effects hitting Delta and other carriers, and what passengers can expect heading into one of the busiest travel weekends of the season.

Meanwhile, teachers’ strikes and contract showdowns continue across Minnesota as educators demand smaller class sizes, higher pay, and better support for staff. We look at how the negotiations are unfolding, what it means for students and families, and how long the standoff could last if districts and unions can’t find common ground.

Then, Hope Walz — daughter of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz — joins us to talk about growing up in the public eye, using social media as a platform for advocacy, and what it’s like balancing humor, politics, and authenticity online. We explore how her voice is resonating with a new generation of Minnesotans and why her message is connecting beyond state lines.

Plus, a look at the other big stories shaping Minnesota this week — from travel and education to politics and community — with the headlines that matter most to you.