Via MPR:
Minnesota Public Radio and its parent organization American Public Media said Wednesday they’ve cut all business ties with Garrison Keillor as they investigate a report of “inappropriate behavior” by Keillor involving someone who worked with him.
Keillor, whose ties to MPR go back nearly to its founding 50 years ago, retired last year from “A Prairie Home Companion,” the renowned weekly music and variety show he’d created. He continued to produce the “Writers Almanac” for syndication.
The allegations relate to Keillor’s conduct while he was responsible for the production of “A Prairie Home Companion.” They came to the company’s attention last month and were referred to a special committee of its board for investigation, APM chief executive Jon McTaggart said.
Cutting ties with Keillor will bring several big changes. That includes a name change for “A Prairie Home Companion,” which is hosted now by Keillor’s successor, Chris Thile.