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Minnesota citizens detained by ICE are left rattled, even weeks later

Minnesota citizens detained by ICE are left rattled, even weeks later

The number of immigration agents in Minnesota may be reduced, but they'll leave leave behind a changed community, including many U.S. citizens questioned and detained in recent weeks.
by Meg Anderson

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Minnesota precinct caucuses offer first venue for voters in chock-full 2026 campaign

Minnesota precinct caucuses offer first venue for voters in chock-full 2026 campaign

Voters get their first chance to help shape key Minnesota political races at Feb. 3 precinct caucuses. The neighborhood gatherings come as top races see churn and an immigration operation has heightened tensions. 
by Brian Bakst, Dana Ferguson and Nicole Ki

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Invasive, tree-killing emerald ash borer confirmed in Fargo

Invasive, tree-killing emerald ash borer confirmed in Fargo

The Emerald Ash Borer, an invasive insect responsible for killing millions of trees across the country, has been spotted in Fargo for the first time. In preparation, city officials have been diversifying the kinds of trees planted in the city. They also hope the recent bitter cold temperatures may slow the insects’ spread.
by Noah Bloch

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What to know about the partial government shutdown

What to know about the partial government shutdown

The Senate passed a measure to avert a shutdown on Friday. But with the House on recess, funding for broad stretches of the federal government has technically lapsed.
by Lexie Schapitl

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Thousands join Minneapolis bike ride to honor Alex Pretti

Thousands join Minneapolis bike ride to honor Alex Pretti

Thousands rode through Minneapolis to honor Alex Pretti, killed by federal agents last week, as part of 250 events held worldwide.
by Feven Gerezgiher

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ICE claim that a man shattered his skull running into wall triggers tension at a Minnesota hospital

ICE claim that a man shattered his skull running into wall triggers tension at a Minnesota hospital

Nurses in Minneapolis doubted federal immigration officers' claims about a Mexican immigrant's severe injuries. ICE agents said Alberto Castañeda Mondragón ran headfirst into a wall while handcuffed. But hospital staff found his injuries inconsistent with that account.
by The Associated Press

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Israeli strikes kill 30 Palestinians, including children, as Gaza ceasefire inches forward

Israeli strikes kill 30 Palestinians, including children, as Gaza ceasefire inches forward

Israeli strikes in Gaza have killed at least 30 Palestinians, marking one of the highest tolls since the October ceasefire. Hospitals in Gaza say several children are among the dead after strikes on an apartment building in Gaza City and a tent camp in Khan Younis on Saturday.
by The Associated Press

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St. Peter police chief intervened and got federal agents to release resident, sources say

St. Peter police chief intervened and got federal agents to release resident, sources say

Sources tell MPR News that the police chief of St. Peter intervened to prevent federal agents from taking a local resident who was observing ICE enforcement actions into detention. It is believed to the first time local police in Minnesota intervened in a federal law enforcement action since the ICE and border patrol surge began here two months ago.
by Hannah Yang, Matt Sepic and David Schaper

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