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Stories from December 20, 2025

Thousands join anti-ICE march, rally for immigrants in Minneapolis

Thousands join anti-ICE march, rally for immigrants in Minneapolis

Demonstrators denounced the surge of immigration enforcement operations in Minnesota this month. A diverse coalition of 46 organizations co-hosted the rally and march, which included indigenous drumming and dance.
by Feven Gerezgiher

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Available to download Friday, some Epstein files no longer there Saturday afternoon

Available to download Friday, some Epstein files no longer there Saturday afternoon

An NPR analysis of the Epstein files shows some documents, originally available on Friday, are no longer on the Department of Justice's "Epstein Library" website as the DOJ releases more files.
by Casey Morell

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Anoka-Hennepin district teachers vote to authorize strike

Anoka-Hennepin district teachers vote to authorize strike

The teachers union for Minnesota’s largest school district says its members voted overwhelmingly to authorize a possible strike as they pursue a new contract. The authorization does not mean that a strike will happen.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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Minneapolis Sound legend Jellybean Johnson remembered for his music and love

Minneapolis Sound legend Jellybean Johnson remembered for his music and love

After a career spanning over 45 years, Garry George “Jellybean” Johnson was celebrated for his contributions to the music community as a skillful producer, songwriter, guitarist and drummer and to his family and Minneapolis culture.
by Anika Besst and Jacob Aloi

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Combat training is a rite of passage for police recruits. It's left a trail of deaths and injuries

Combat training is a rite of passage for police recruits. It's left a trail of deaths and injuries

Combat training drills are a rite of passage for police recruits nationwide, and an Associated Press investigation finds they've left a trail of deaths and injuries. The drills are frequently referred to as RedMan training for the brand and color of protective gear participants wear.
by The Associated Press

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Jordan says its air force joined U.S. strikes on Islamic State in Syria

Jordan says its air force joined U.S. strikes on Islamic State in Syria

Jordan confirms its air force joined U.S. strikes on Islamic State targets in Syria. The U.S. launched these strikes on Friday to retaliate for the killing of three U.S. citizens by a Syrian gunman earlier this month.
by The Associated Press

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Anthony Edwards returns with a late flourish for the Timberwolves in a clutch win over the Thunder

Anthony Edwards returns with a late flourish for the Timberwolves in a clutch win over the Thunder

Anthony Edwards returned from a three-game injury absence with 26 points and 12 rebounds for the Minnesota Timberwolves in a 112-107 victory over the NBA-leading Oklahoma City Thunder.
by The Associated Press

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Solstice: Winter transition brings sacred teachings and family traditions

Solstice: Winter transition brings sacred teachings and family traditions

Ojibwe author James Vukelich Kaagegaabaw shares how the transition into winter is a culturally significant time for family groups to prepare for winter and share sacred teachings, songs, and stories.
by Chandra Colvin

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Arboretum in Baxter debuts new forest skating trail: ‘If we build it, they will come’

Arboretum in Baxter debuts new forest skating trail: ‘If we build it, they will come’

The trail opening Sunday at the Northland Arboretum in Baxter winds through snow-covered pine trees and fields in a loop just under half a mile long. Unlike a frozen lake or smooth rink, there are curves, hills and occasional bumps.
by Kirsti Marohn

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U.S. House passes bill to remove wolves from endangered species protection list

U.S. House passes bill to remove wolves from endangered species protection list

The U.S. House passed a bill Thursday to remove wolves from the federal endangered species list. If it passes, it would return wolf management to states, including Minnesota—which could decide to authorize wolf hunting seasons. It now moves to the Senate.
by Dan Kraker

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The shortest day of the year is descending on the Northern Hemisphere. Here's what to know

The shortest day of the year is descending on the Northern Hemisphere. Here's what to know

Sunday marks the shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, signaling the start of astronomical winter. In the Southern Hemisphere, it's the longest day, marking the beginning of summer.
by The Associated Press

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Flurries fade as a breezy Saturday takes over

Flurries fade as a breezy Saturday takes over

Flurries fade early, giving way to a breezy and chilly Saturday, followed by Sunday’s winter solstice, the shortest day of the year, bringing a warming trend.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Minneapolis mayor vetoes ‘humane’ encampment ordinance

Minneapolis mayor vetoes ‘humane’ encampment ordinance

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey vetoed an ordinance requiring services and advance notice for large homeless encampments, sending the measure to a new City Council in January.
by Cari Spencer

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‘ICE is in my car!’ 911 transcripts reveal dueling ‘kidnapping’ claims

‘ICE is in my car!’ 911 transcripts reveal dueling ‘kidnapping’ claims

Newly-released 911 transcripts reveal dueling allegations of kidnapping by Homeland Security Investigations agents and a Nigerian man whom they tried to question about his immigration status. Oluwadamilola Bamigboye called 911 from the back seat of his girlfriend’s SUV as she headed for the New Hope police station.
by Matt Sepic

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