Minnesota Now: Sept. 9, 2026
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A Somali man who had been living legally in the Twin Cities is now in ICE detention in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Adam Abdullah was arrested in St. Paul in December and has no criminal record. MPR News reporter Matt Sepic talked with him from detention.
Dunwoody College of Technology is launching a new program to help high school students learn trade skills.
Plus, the pastor of a rural Lutheran church is trying to reduce mental health stigma by talking with his congregation and producing a podcast.
The state has had some pleasant fall-like weather. MPR Chief Meteorologist Ben Cathey joined Minnesota Now with a detailed forecast.
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For the first time, the national Hispanic Heritage Awards will be held outside Washington, D.C. The ceremony in Minneapolis Thursday will honor the people of Minnesota alongside famous Latino artists and leaders.
The Minnesota Music Minute was “Stone” by Prince and “Summer Child” by Karate Chop, Silence was the Song of the Day.
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