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Feds spying in Minneapolis church may have violated court order
Homeland Security spied on a Minneapolis church in May as part of an investigation into alleged anti-ICE activities, potentially violating a court order barring federal agents from enforcing civil immigration in churches in their network.
Wisconsin has first measles outbreak of 2026; 15 cases confirmed in SW part of the state
Wisconsin health officials confirm there are at least 15 cases of measles in an outbreak in the southwest part of the state. Measles cases are surging all across the country, as the anti-vaccine movement grows. The CDC reports 2,566 confirmed cases of measles already this year, surpassing last year’s total of 2,289. It’s the highest number of reported cases of measles in the U.S. since 1991.
‘Until we have to move again:’ The journey from one St. Paul encampment to the next 
Marty Johnson and Chalsea Diver, like so many encampment residents, have needs that can't be immediately addressed by shelters — so despite the risks that accompany living outside, they saw no better option while awaiting a more permanent spot inside.
Is there a summer COVID-19 surge this year? Yep, it's ramping up again
Just like all previous summers since the pandemic began, COVID-19 cases are ticking up again, even while other health threats make more headlines.
Conservative provocateur posts video questioning Minnesota election law
In an Islamophobic video, a conservative activist takes aim at voter registration laws in Minnesota, asks election workers what the law is, gets answers and leaves out plenty.
Users banned, routes limited after Lime scooter takeovers in Minneapolis
After hundreds of people zipped through downtown Minneapolis after dark on Lime scooters over the weekend, Lime has banned users who went on the highway and restricted scooter use at night. A third downtown event appears to be planned for Friday evening.
Timberwolves will finally retire Kevin Garnett's jersey after their Feb. 28 game vs. the Celtics
The Minnesota Timberwolves will retire Hall of Fame forward Kevin Garnett’s No. 21 jersey after their game against the Boston Celtics this season. The ceremony will occur following the Feb. 28 game at Target Center.
Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO
Luigi Mangione has pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. He admitted to following Thompson to an investor conference in 2024 and shooting him on a New York City street.