Myron Medcalf
Columnist
News & PoliticsMyron Medcalf is currently a senior college basketball reporter and nationally syndicated radio host with ESPN. He's a former Minnesota Star Tribune news and sports reporter.
Latest from Myron Medcalf
Culture
Medcalf: Celebrity status should not excuse chef Justin Sutherland’s behavior
Famous men often get a pass when accused of harming women.
October 26, 2024
Culture
Medcalf: Bloomington offers hopeful model for reducing police clashes with people in mental distress
Giving people access quickly to counselors and therapists could be a game changer.
October 23, 2024
Culture
Medcalf: What’s the best way to give to Minnesotans asking for help?
St. Paul’s anti-panhandling signs may inadvertently dehumanize those experiencing homelessness.
October 15, 2024
Culture
Medcalf: We owe our most high-risk youth more than we’ve given them
Our Minnesota community is facing a crisis, and it’s our collective responsibility to address it.
October 9, 2024
Culture
Medcalf: Debate over banning smartphones in Minnesota classrooms needs measured approach
Cellphones can be both a distraction to learning and a powerful tool to enhance education.
October 5, 2024
Travel
Medcalf: Let’s bask in this moment of pride for our Minnesota airport
Of all the brag-worthy things in this state, MSP’s #1 ranking means the most to this frequent flyer.
September 21, 2024
Food & Culture
Medcalf: Review of ex-Ramsey County medical examiner’s decisions casts larger doubt on justice system oversight
Probe should go beyond individuals to restore credibility.
September 19, 2024
Culture
Medcalf: Lino Lakes community must stand up against anti-Muslim rhetoric
Amid calls to censure a city council member who praised an Islamophobic rant, the people of this town will be remembered for their response.
September 14, 2024
Culture
Medcalf: Debate over banning smartphones in Minnesota classrooms needs measured approach
Cellphones can be both a distraction to learning and a powerful tool to enhance education.
October 5, 2024
Travel
Medcalf: Let’s bask in this moment of pride for our Minnesota airport
Of all the brag-worthy things in this state, MSP’s #1 ranking means the most to this frequent flyer.
September 21, 2024
Food & Culture
Medcalf: Review of ex-Ramsey County medical examiner’s decisions casts larger doubt on justice system oversight
Probe should go beyond individuals to restore credibility.
September 19, 2024
Culture
Medcalf: Lino Lakes community must stand up against anti-Muslim rhetoric
Amid calls to censure a city council member who praised an Islamophobic rant, the people of this town will be remembered for their response.
September 14, 2024