Minnesota Now: Sept. 17, 2026
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The ICE agent who allegedly shot and wounded a man in Minneapolis in January was booked in jail in Minnesota after a legal fight to get him in custody. He made his first appearance in state court Thursday. We got all the latest details on that case.
Ahead of November’s midterm elections, leaders that supported Minnesotans during the surge this winter say they’re now building on their goal of protecting democracy.
Plus, community leaders are considering options for a long-term memorial to Alex Pretti.
We also heard from Minnesota’s champion skier Jessie Diggins about her grueling 100-mile trail run on the North Shore.
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And this weekend, thousands of inline skaters will be along the North Shore to skate a marathon.
The Minnesota Music Minute was “2sday” by Rabeca. The Song of the Day was “Free” by Jillian Rae.
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