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University of Minnesota researchers say hepatitis B vaccine safe for babies, despite federal concern

University of Minnesota researchers say hepatitis B vaccine safe for babies, despite federal concern

A report from the University of Minnesota’s Vaccine Integrity Project maintains the recommendation for newborn hepatitis B vaccination. This contradicts arguments from Trump administration health advisors like Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. who may recommend a vaccine delay later this month.
by Kyra Miles

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Minnesota faces weight of Trump administration actions on multiple fronts

Minnesota faces weight of Trump administration actions on multiple fronts

At least four federal agencies moved in quick succession to investigate or threaten Minnesota, and an immigration action began as President Donald Trump and Gov. Tim Walz tangle over whose competency is in question.
by Dana Ferguson and Peter Cox

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What basic rights do people have if ICE stops them? A lawyer explains

What basic rights do people have if ICE stops them? A lawyer explains

A Turkish student living and studying lawfully in the U.S. was arrested by federal immigration officers. A lawyer explains to NPR some of the basic rights people have in such a situation.
by Obed Manuel and A Martínez

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Twin Cities leaders rally behind Somalis amid reports feds may target community

Twin Cities leaders rally behind Somalis amid reports feds may target community

City leaders from Minneapolis and St. Paul stood firmly with the Twin Cities Somali community Tuesday following reports that the Trump administration plans to primarily target hundreds of Somali immigrants living unlawfully in the Twin Cities.
by Peter Cox and MPR News Staff

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Judge dismisses Camp Nenookaasi lawsuit against Minneapolis Mayor Frey

Judge dismisses Camp Nenookaasi lawsuit against Minneapolis Mayor Frey

Residents of Camp Nenookaasi sued Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, claiming he intentionally inflicted emotional distress by ordering the camp of unhoused, mostly Native people cleared multiple times. 
by MPR News Staff

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Treasury investigating tax fraud allegations in Minnesota, Bessent says

Treasury investigating tax fraud allegations in Minnesota, Bessent says

The U.S. Treasury Department is investigating allegations that tax dollars from Minnesota may have been diverted to the al-Shabaab militant group in Somalia, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Monday. The Minnesota U.S. Attorney's Office, however, has aggressively prosecuted fraud in the state and not made such links.
by Reuters

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Democrat Mandela Barnes, a former U.S. Senate candidate, enters the Wisconsin governor's race

Democrat Mandela Barnes, a former U.S. Senate candidate, enters the Wisconsin governor's race

 A Democrat who served four years as Wisconsin’s lieutenant governor and narrowly lost a 2022 U.S. Senate bid is running for governor in the battleground state. Mandela Barnes announced Tuesday that he is joining the crowded Democratic field for the open race in 2026.
by The Associated Press

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Mass killings in 2025 in the U.S. hit the lowest level since 2006

Mass killings in 2025 in the U.S. hit the lowest level since 2006

Seventeen mass killings have occurred this year in the U.S., the lowest since 2006. Experts say this probably isn't the start of a bigger trend. It's more likely a return to average levels after spikes in 2018 and 2019. 
by The Associated Press

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Four people wounded in St. Paul shooting

Four people wounded in St. Paul shooting

Four men were wounded in a shooting in St. Paul on Monday afternoon. St. Paul police said the victims suffered injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening.
by MPR News Staff

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