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Stories from May 14, 2025

Federal judge orders Marshall man detained by ICE to be immediately released

Federal judge orders Marshall man detained by ICE to be immediately released

Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers arrested Aditya Harsono in March at his job at a Marshall hospital, days after his student visa was revoked without his knowledge. He has been in custody for nearly two months at the Kandiyohi County Jail. 
by Hannah Yang

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Minnesota Freedom Fund switches focus from cash bail to policy

Minnesota Freedom Fund switches focus from cash bail to policy

A nonprofit that seeks to end cash bail in Minnesota said Wednesday that it’ll no longer post bail for people who are in pretrial detention. The Minnesota Freedom Fund says it’s shifting its focus from helping individual clients to education and legislative advocacy.
by Matt Sepic

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Uncontrolled wildfires continue to burn and grow in northeastern Minnesota

Two large wildfires burning uncontrolled in northeastern Minnesota grew significantly overnight. The Jenkins Creek fire more than doubled in size and has now burned more than 20,000 acres of forest, or about 31 square miles. It's burning north in a long, narrow band east of Hoyt Lakes and south of Babbitt.
by Kelly Bleyer

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Republicans voice concern over Trump‘s support for a new Air Force One from Qatar

Republicans voice concern over Trump‘s support for a new Air Force One from Qatar

In a rare break with the president, some inside the GOP are expressing concern over the potential national security risks of accepting a luxury Boeing 747 jet from Qatar to replace Air Force One.
by Claudia Grisales and Deirdre Walsh

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Political headwinds could spell trouble for solar power in Minnesota

Political headwinds could spell trouble for solar power in Minnesota

MPR News Chief Meteorologist Paul Huttner talked to energy reporter Brian Martucci about how much solar energy has expanded in Minnesota and the politics that could stunt its growth.
by Paul Huttner and Matthew Alvarez

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DHS ends Temporary Protected Status for Afghanistan, raising concerns for Minnesota’s Afghan community

DHS ends Temporary Protected Status for Afghanistan, raising concerns for Minnesota’s Afghan community

The status allows people fleeing violence, political unrest and instability temporary protection from deportation and immediate work permits. The Department of Homeland Security says Afghanistan is becoming safer and the country no longer meets the requirements, but some community advocates disagree.
by Sarah Thamer

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NASA rover spies the first aurora at Mars that's visible to the human eye

NASA rover spies the first aurora at Mars that's visible to the human eye

NASA's Perseverance rover has detected the first aurora at Mars that's visible to the human eye. That's good news for future astronauts who can savor the view on the red planet. European and U.S. scientists reported Wednesday that the green aurora in the dusty Martian sky was generated by a solar storm and had three days' advance notice last year to set aside viewing time. 
by The Associated Press

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End of legal protections for Afghans bringing 'fear' to community in Minnesota

End of legal protections for Afghans bringing 'fear' to community in Minnesota

The Department of Homeland Security announced Tuesday it will end the Temporary Protected Status program for Afghan refugees, a move that could lead to the deportation of thousands of migrants from the U.S., including in Minnesota.
by Nina Moini and Ellie Roth

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Buttigieg presses an anti-Trump message in Iowa and demands Democrats make their agenda clear

Buttigieg presses an anti-Trump message in Iowa and demands Democrats make their agenda clear

Pete Buttigieg returned to Iowa with some messages about what’s changed since he ran in the state’s 2020 Democratic presidential caucuses. President Joe Biden's transportation secretary gave a critique Tuesday of President Donald Trump’s administration while demanding that Democrats make their agenda clear and reach out to people who disagree with them.
by The Associated Press

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EPA announces rollback for some Biden-era limits on so-called forever chemicals in drinking water

EPA announces rollback for some Biden-era limits on so-called forever chemicals in drinking water

The Environmental Protection Agency says it will roll back limits on several types of so-called forever chemicals in drinking water. The agency, however, will keep limits on the two most common types, called PFOA and PFOS, although it will offer a two-year deadline extension for utilities to comply.
by The Associated Press

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ESPN’s new streaming app could replace cable for some but may end up costing them more

ESPN’s new streaming app could replace cable for some but may end up costing them more

ESPN says its long-anticipated subscription plan will cost $29.99 a month. An analyst says that, combined with subscriptions to other stream services, could drive the cost up to the price of cable packages.
by Lydia Calitri

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Major League Baseball lifts lifetime ban on Pete Rose and ‘Shoeless’ Joe Jackson

Major League Baseball lifts lifetime ban on Pete Rose and ‘Shoeless’ Joe Jackson

Major League Baseball has lifted the lifetime ban of Pete Rose, “Shoeless” Joe Jackson and 15 other deceased players. The move clears the way for a Hall of Fame vote but doesn’t guarantee admission.
by Russell Lewis

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New Jersey says chemical maker 3M agrees to ‘forever chemical’ settlement worth up to $450M

New Jersey says chemical maker 3M agrees to ‘forever chemical’ settlement worth up to $450M

New Jersey’s attorney general says chemical manufacturer 3M has agreed to pay up $450 million to resolve lawsuits over natural resource contamination stemming from PFAS — commonly referred to as “forever chemicals.”

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Trump meets Syria’s interim president after pledging to lift sanctions

Trump meets Syria’s interim president after pledging to lift sanctions

Gulf states are keen to invest in Syria, which has important mineral and oil reserves, but had been prevented from doing so by U.S. sanctions. President Trump has now pledged to lift the restrictions.
by Franco Ordoñez and Aya Batrawy

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Wildfires continue to burn and grow in northeastern Minnesota

Three wildfires burning in northeastern Minnesota have exploded in size, driven by strong winds and hot, dry conditions. Preliminary data from the Minnesota Department of Health show that 988 Minnesota Lifeline Centers answered about 90,000 contacts in 2024 — a 75 percent increase from 2023.
by Phil Picardi

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As data center concerns heat up, Rochester company develops solutions to keep them cool

As data center concerns heat up, Rochester company develops solutions to keep them cool

The power demands of data centers for cooling have raised concerns about whether utilities and the electric grid will be able to keep up. LiquidCool offers a different solution: covering computer components with fluid, then circulating it to remove heat.
by Kirsti Marohn

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From Nye’s to Betty’s Pies: A Minneapolis designer photographs the signs of Minnesota

From Nye’s to Betty’s Pies: A Minneapolis designer photographs the signs of Minnesota

Minneapolis-based designer and sign painter Kelsi Sharp showcases her photo collection and hand-painted signs in the exhibition “Greetings From” at Augsburg University, reflecting on Minnesota’s visual history through iconic and hidden signage.
by Alex V. Cipolle

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