Neal Justin
Critic / Reporter
Culture Neal Justin is the pop-culture critic, covering how Minnesotans spend their entertainment time. He also reviews stand-up comedy. Justin previously served as TV and music critic for the paper. Before coming to Minnesota, he was a crime reporter for the Rockford Register Star and graduated from Northwestern University. He is the co-founder of JCamp, a non-profit program for high-school journalists, and works on many fronts to further diversity in newsrooms. He is the former president of UNITY and former governing board member for the Asian American Journalists Association. He is an adjunct professor at the University of St. Thomas.
Latest from Neal Justin
Billie Eilish, Nicki Minaj react to Twin Cities chaos
Many well-known entertainers have used social media and stages to share their thoughts on the ICE surge in Minnesota.
January 21, 2026
‘Saturday Night Live’ tribute to Minnesotans gets zapped at last minute
NBC has made Tommy Brennan’s editorial available online.
January 21, 2026
Iowa’s historic Surf Ballroom offers a new reason to make the trip
“Not Fade Away” exhibit will take center stage during Clear Lake’s annual Winter Dance Party.
January 21, 2026
Social media account keeps Somali community informed, connected during challenging time
The Somalisnaps account, which posts to Instagram, TiKTok and Snapchat, started as an online gathering place for Somalis. Now it’s a vital source of information amid an immigration crackdown in Minnesota.
January 20, 2026
Jacob Frey, Liz Collin raise national profile through TV news
News outlets are turning to local personalities in the wake of the ICE shooting.
January 18, 2026
MPR’s Angela Davis announces she is cancer-free
The radio personality has returned to hosting duties.
January 12, 2026
National media swoops into Minneapolis to cover our latest tragedy
New CBS anchor Tony Dokoupil and Fox News’s Laura Ingraham were among the big names flying into Minnesota.
January 9, 2026
Why you’ll want to book a winter trip to Spain
Great deals, more intimate experiences make up for cooler temps in Madrid and Barcelona.
January 8, 2026
New CBS News anchor Tony Dokoupil will broadcast from Minneapolis next week
Mayor Jacob Frey is set to be part of the show.
January 6, 2026
‘Purple Rain’ album plays pivotal role in ‘Stranger Things’ finale
Prince was one of the many ’80s artists showcased in the highly anticipated Netflix episode.
January 1, 2026
Four TV journalists say goodbye to Twin Cities viewers
KARE’s Reggie Wilson and Fox 9’s Se Kwon are among the departures.
December 30, 2025
Minnesota politicians and celebrities reveal their Spotify Wrapped lists
Check out what music well-known personalities were listening to in 2025.
December 30, 2025
