Minnesota Now: Oct. 29, 2026
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New statewide data shows a decrease in opioid overdose deaths but that comes along with a rise in overall drug deaths. That’s attributed partially to stimulant drugs, like meth and cocaine. We talked to a doctor who treats patients who have overdosed.
St. Paul’s largest current homeless encampment sits on a site with toxic chemicals in the soil. We spoke to the reporter behind the story.
We also looked back at an MPR documentary about teens looking for adoptive parents and got more on the organization trying to help 18 years later.
And with Halloween coming up, we learned all about Minnesota’s mysterious and helpful animals — bats — ahead of a festival honoring them this weekend.
The Minnesota Music Minute was “Down the Highway” by Bob Dylan. The Song of the Day was “The Man Who Forgot to Die” by The Walking Beat String Band.
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