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Stories from October 20, 2026

Ask a vet: How to have a healthy, happy and well-behaved pet

Ask a vet: How to have a healthy, happy and well-behaved pet

What does it take to keep your dog, cat or other pet healthy and happy? Coming up at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, MPR News host Angela Davis talks with a veterinarian about how to care for your pet and what to know before you get one.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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WNBA Finals and the national anthem: The rules and why some teams stay on the court and others don't

WNBA Finals and the national anthem: The rules and why some teams stay on the court and others don't

Fans who don’t usually watch the WNBA might be asking why the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream were not on the court during the playing of the national anthem ahead of Game 1 or 2 of the league’s championship series. However, it’s been common practice for many WNBA teams over at least the past six seasons to leave the court with 10 minutes left in pregame warmups — right before "The Star Spangled Banner” is played.
by The Associated Press

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Red Lake Nation Chairman Darrell Seki Sr. says he will not step down

In a formal notice to the Red Lake Nation Tribal Council, Seki said he has not resigned. He wrote that he will continue his duties as an elected official. In other news, more than 40 local, state and federal law enforcement agencies announced a partnership to address what they describe as gang and group violence in Minnesota.
by Phineas Pope

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Dry, sunny weather continues with warmer temps ahead

Dry, sunny weather continues with warmer temps ahead

The streak of sunny days continues Tuesday into Thursday. We’ll see just a few more clouds Friday and for the weekend. Temps will continue to run above normal.
by Sven Sundgaard

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How a Minnesota wild prairie helps fight climate change

How a Minnesota wild prairie helps fight climate change

Research shows an acre of prairie grassland can pull a ton of carbon out of the air each year. Climate Cast went to the Nature Conservancy’s Bluestem Prairie near Moorhead to learn more.
by Ben Cathey

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Law enforcement announces collaboration to combat group and gang violence

Law enforcement announces collaboration to combat group and gang violence

Bureau of Criminal Apprehension Superintendent Drew Evans said the agencies will share intelligence, enhance information sharing and prevent violence through proactive measures.
by Ahmed Hassan

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