Minnesota Now: Oct. 20, 2026
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State law enforcement say they'll begin sharing more information on what they call group and gang violence. The approach is modeled after what’s known as the “New Jersey Strategy.” We hear from an expert about lessons learned back east.
We'll get the latest in a series about the lives that led top candidates to this year's ballot. This time, we’ll hear from Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Peggy Flanagan.
A food shelf in north Minneapolis is trying a new approach to helping people get food after hours through lockers. We’ll learn more.
We’ll talk to Minnesota songwriter Charlie Parr about his new album, “Rooming House.”
Our Minnesota Music Minute was “Up Country Blues” by Charlie Parr and our Song of the Day was “Count Your Trees” by Eustace the Dragon.
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