Minnesota Now: Oct. 14, 2025

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Municipal elections are around the corner and one seat that's contested is the mayor of St. Paul. We got the scoop on that race ahead of an MPR News and Pioneer Press debate Tuesday afternoon.
We found out how the federal government shutdown might affect MEA week travel.
We learned how state law enforcement is responding to problems with the use of breathalyzers.
Some Twin Cities police departments are beginning to use AI to help write police reports. We talked with one officer about how it works.
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We met the winner of a recent startup competition. Her company is working on a medical device for babies in intensive care.
With the season behind us, we talked about why the WNBA may be at a turning point.
Our Minnesota Music Minute was “BRISKET WEEK” by Juice Lord and the Song of the Day was “idk i just work here” by Durry.
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