Feds propose housing ICE detainees in western Minnesota private prison
Updated at 5:28 PMImmigration enforcement in MinnesotaThe Department of Homeland Security has posted a proposed contract for Immigration and Customs Enforcement to use a private prison facility in western Minnesota to hold up to 1,600 immigrant detainees.
The Superior Hiking Trail, Minnesota’s ‘Mini-Appalachian Trail,’ turns 40
9:00 AMOutdoorsThe Superior Hiking Trail, which stretches about 300 miles along the rugged ridgeline on the North Shore of Lake Superior, is celebrating its 40th birthday this weekend.
Minnesota teacher helps kids feel connected through music
9:00 AMArts and CultureAt Normandale Hills Elementary, music teacher Jeff Zupfer is helping students navigate a difficult school year through songs focused on joy, resilience and belonging.
Ticks are thriving in Minnesota. Experts explain why.
YesterdayHealthHealth experts emphasize early detection and prevention as tick activity increases statewide.
MN Shortlist June 5-11: A gay ‘Midsummer Night’s Dream,’ a new ICE puppet play and ‘Favourite Girl’ rock
9:00 AMMN Shortlist"The Great Gatsby" centennial continues at the Orpheum. Pillsbury House + Theatre uses puppetry to explore the impact of ICE on south Minneapolis. A group show explores mutual aid. A feminist choir turns 50 and more in this week’s MN Shortlist.
ICE releases Burnsville asylum seeker with life-threatening condition
Updated at 5:17 PMCrime, Law and JusticeA Burnsville asylum seeker detained by ICE since February has been released after lawyers raised concerns about delayed surgery for a large ovarian cyst.
Minnesota lawmakers reject all local sales tax requests, leaving local projects in limbo
YesterdayPolitics and Government NewsThe Senate Tax Committee approved 37 local sales tax requests this past legislative session, but the requests floundered in the Minnesota House.
Watch: Join Great Lakes Now as an expedition explores the deep Lake Superior
YesterdayEnvironmental NewsJoin a livestreamed expedition to the deepest point in the Great Lakes and explore a hidden underwater world from your own screen. Watch the live stream on MPR News’ Facebook Page or on MPRnews.org.
DHS disenrolls 3,400 Medicaid providers while flagging small fraction for further fraud review
YesterdayFraud in MinnesotaMinnesota’s Department of Human Services disenrolled 60 percent of providers from 14 high risk Medicaid programs as part of an agreement with the federal government to combat fraud. But only 59 providers were flagged for additional review.
Trump's deportation agenda is about to get a $70B infusion from Congress
7:58 PMPolitics and Government NewsThe $70 billion package that was approved overnight by the Senate and now goes to the House will be able to power President Donald Trump’s mass deportation agenda for the remainder of his term.
Forest Service temporarily bans campfires in Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness
YesterdayMinnesota WildfiresThe Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness campfire ban goes into effect at 12:01 a.m. Saturday and is set to run through June 30. It covers campfires and any stoves or grills fueled by wood or charcoal.
Minnesota Wild forward Marcus Foligno wins the NHL's King Clancy award for leadership and service
1:29 PMMinnesota WildMinnesota Wild forward Marcus Foligno has received this season’s King Clancy Memorial Trophy for leadership and service. The award is presented annually to the player who best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice and has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution in his community.
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