Minnesota Now: March 18, 2026

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Fargo Police arrested a woman for bank fraud using AI facial recognition technology. But the woman is from Tennessee and says she's never been to Fargo. We hear from the Fargo Police Chief about the case and an expert on AI and policing.
The south Minneapolis Uptown neighborhood is struggling, and a new organization is hoping to revitalize the once-bustling business district.
Plus, more and more rentals in the Twin Cities metro are owned by investors. We break down the data.
With warmer weather on the way, Chief Meteorologist Paul Huttner has the forecast.
Plus, Minnesota Hmong artists will share music and poetry in a benefit concert for those impacted by the ICE surge. We talk to an organizer of the event.
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