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Lawyers drop racial profiling case against ICE but vow to continue legal fight
The ACLU is dismissing its lawsuit alleging ICE racially profiled people of color during Operation Metro Surge, but says plaintiffs will refile after pursuing administrative actions against the Department of Homeland Security.
Boelter pleads guilty in lawmaker attacks, agrees to two life sentences
Vance Boelter’s plea deal announced during a Thursday court hearing lets him avoid a possible federal death penalty. In that hearing, disturbing new details also surfaced on how Boelter killed former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman.
Duluth engineering professor’s fabric recycler keeps old clothes out of landfills
University of Minnesota Duluth engineering professor Abbie Clarke-Sather’s “fiber shredder” breaks clothing down into reusable threads in 90 seconds. The machine may help recycle clothing and keep it out of landfills.
Minneapolis City Council waives property taxes, blocks Agape development in George Floyd Square
The Minneapolis City Council voted on two debates surrounding George Floyd Square. They agreed to waive a financial burden on current businesses and residents, and to reject a development proposal for the Peoples’ Way.
Steps to honor Hortman, prevent future tragedies take root in year since her assassination
The assassination of Melissa Hortman, along with her husband, Mark, and the attempted killings of other lawmakers prompted policymakers to make changes aimed at tackling a growing number of threats. And they’re also taking steps to honor the late House Speaker’s memory.