Minnesota Now: Sept. 24, 2026

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St. Paul Police Chief Axel Henry is suing Mayor Kaohly Her for sexual harassment and retaliation. We got more on the allegations in the lawsuit and next steps from MPR News reporter Matt Sepic.
We also spoke to a midwife who helped support pregnant women whose families went into hiding during Operation Metro Surge earlier this year — and how her work has continued six months later.
And the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge is celebrating 50 years of protecting thousands of acres along the Minnesota River.
Plus, a preview of the final Minnesota Lynx game ahead of the playoffs and a new micro-cinema opening on the East Side of St. Paul.
The Minnesota Music Minute was “Hey Big Dipper” by Humbird. The Song of the Day was “Forgiveness/Forgetness” by We Are the Willows.
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